Senior Manager, Pain Portfolio

Zoetis

. Execute global medical initiatives supporting the Companion Animal Pain portfolio and category growth, differentiation, and customer value creation .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $129,000 - $185,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Companion Animal Pain Management and the ability to develop and execute global medical strategies and initiatives. Strong skills in scientific communication, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration are essential for success in this role.

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Doctor Of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD)Companion Animal Pain ManagementMedical Strategy ExecutionStakeholder ManagementScientific Communication

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Hard Skills

Veterinary Medical RolesProject ManagementMedical PresentationsTraining Program DevelopmentCustomer Insights AnalysisKOL EngagementRegulatory ComplianceMedical Content DevelopmentCross-Functional CoordinationOperational Excellence

Soft Skills

Collaborative MindsetAnalytical ThinkingSolutions-Oriented ApproachInfluencing Without AuthorityAttention To Detail

Certifications & Qualifications

Authorization To Work In The US

Industry Keywords

Animal Health IndustryCustomer-Facing ExperienceScientific IntegrityOmnichannel EngagementMarket Needs Identification

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Execute global medical initiatives supporting the Companion Animal Pain portfolio and category growth, differentiation, and customer value creation
Translate global medical strategies into actionable programs, tools, and initiatives
Lead short-, medium-, and long-term medical plans for the Companion Animal Pain portfolio
Support global medical priorities across markets in collaboration with regional and country medical teams
Monitor execution and impact of medical initiatives and identify opportunities for improvement
Support the global portfolio-specific KOL engagement strategy
Coordinate KOL interactions and scientific exchange activities
Plan and execute advisory boards, expert consultations, and other scientific engagement activities
Identify emerging scientific trends, market needs, and customer insights
Develop and deliver scientific messaging and medical content for international congresses, scientific meetings, and industry events
Represent Zoetis in customer-facing scientific forums
Ensure consistency and scientific integrity of external medical communications across global markets
Gather, synthesize, and communicate customer insights and emerging medical needs
Connect global and local teams so market learnings inform medical planning and execution
Partner with the Pain Brand Team and Global Marketing to align medical and commercial activities
Collaborate with Center of Excellence functions and above-market teams to create customer-focused tools, programs, and marketing assets
Contribute medical expertise to integrated brand planning and execution
Support omnichannel and digital customer engagement initiatives from a medical perspective
Develop scientifically accurate medical content and technical communication materials
Lead medical training programs across global markets
Ensure materials and activities comply with scientific, regulatory, and ethical standards
Promote best practices and consistent scientific messaging across regions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD or equivalent veterinary degree) required
Minimum 5 years of experience in veterinary medical roles with in-Market customer facing experience in the animal health industry
Strong understanding of Companion Animal pain management, including clinical practice, customer needs, and emerging scientific developments
Demonstrated experience supporting the execution of medical strategies, programs, and initiatives across multiple markets or regions
Proven ability to lead and coordinate complex cross-functional projects in a global matrix environment
Experience collaborating with marketing, commercial, medical affairs, and other cross-functional stakeholders
Strong scientific communication skills and experience developing and delivering medical presentations, training programs, educational materials, and customer-facing scientific content
Experience engaging with veterinary Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), specialists, academic institutions, and professional organisations
Ability to translate scientific data and medical insights into practical and compelling customer value propositions
Experience gathering, interpreting, and incorporating customer and market insights into medical initiatives and execution plans
Demonstrated ability to influence without direct authority and manage stakeholders across diverse functions, regions, and cultures
Strong project management and organisational skills
Proven track record of operational excellence, attention to detail, and successful execution of complex initiatives
Ability to lead and influence across a global matrix organisation without direct authority
Strong stakeholder management skills
Strong communication, presentation, and training skills across technical and non-technical audiences
Analytical and pragmatic thinker with a solutions-oriented approach
Collaborative mindset across functions, regions, and cultures
Customer-focused and passionate about delivering science-based solutions that improve clinical outcomes and customer experience
All applicants must possess or obtain authorization to work in the US for Zoetis

Benefits

Comp & perks

Short-term incentive compensation
Long-term incentives
Healthcare and insurance benefits beginning on day one
401K plan with a match
Profit-sharing contribution from Zoetis
4 weeks of vacation