Senior Manager, Pain Portfolio

Zoetis

. Translate global medical strategies into actionable programs, tools, and initiatives supporting portfolio growth and market differentiation .

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 translate scientific insights into actionable medical strategies. Proven experience in leading cross-functional projects and engaging with veterinary Key Opinion Leaders to drive customer-focused initiatives.

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

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Hard Skills

Medical Content DevelopmentProject ManagementData AnalysisTraining Program DevelopmentCustomer Insights Gathering

Soft Skills

Collaborative MindsetInfluencing Without AuthorityAttention To DetailSolutions-Oriented ThinkingStrong Communication Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Veterinary Degree

Industry Keywords

Veterinary Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs)Animal Health IndustryScientific IntegrityOmnichannel EngagementMarket Differentiation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Translate global medical strategies into actionable programs, tools, and initiatives supporting portfolio growth and market differentiation
Lead short-, medium-, and long-term medical plans for the Companion Animal Pain portfolio
Support global medical priorities across markets with regional and country medical teams
Monitor initiative execution and impact, identifying improvement and optimization opportunities
Support the global KOL engagement strategy and coordinate scientific exchange activities
Plan and execute advisory boards, expert consultations, and scientific engagement activities
Identify emerging scientific trends, market needs, and customer insights
Develop and deliver scientific messaging and medical content for international congresses and industry events
Represent Zoetis in customer-facing scientific forums
Ensure consistency and scientific integrity of external medical communications
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 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 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 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; ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes in a fast-paced environment
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
Ability to translate complex scientific information into clear, practical, customer-relevant insights
Strong stakeholder management skills
Proven ability to develop and influence relationships with veterinary Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and scientific stakeholders
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 science-based solutions

Benefits

Comp & perks

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