Field Sales Development Representative - Companion Animal

at Merck in Boise, Idaho, United States

Job Description

For over 130 years, we have pioneered groundbreaking science. Today, we are driven by continuous innovation to develop breakthrough medicines, vaccines and technology. Rooted in direct experience on the farm and in the clinic, we work hand in hand with our customers every step of the way.

Our singular focus is to empower those who care for animals, helping them manage their vital responsibility with confidence. Because when it comes to animal health, no one sees it like we do.

Our Field Sales Development Representatives engage face to face and virtually with customers, quickly build strong relationships, understand their needs, and consult to offer the right solutions. Working collaboratively as part of our Companion Animal Field Sales Team, this role is critical to supporting our customer-centric business model.

The Field Sales Development Representative will focus on selling companion animal products within vacant territories across the United States. This individual will temporarily reside in the vacant territory and move from territory to territory as business needs arise.

In this role, you will work closely with the Regional Manager who holds quota responsibility for the vacant territory to:

+ Understand and identify veterinary clinic and corporate account customer needs

+ Sell our Companys Animal Health products

+ Support pull-through activities aligned with customer strategy

+ Ensure our Company is viewed as bringing value and technical innovation consistent with our strategic focus.

+ You will demonstrate a high level of competency and a strong understanding of the resources available across our Company and our Distribution Partners.

+ Performance will be measured on sales goal achievement, execution of targeted promotions, and other performance standards aligned with operating objectives.

Travel: Up to 75% nationally, based on business needs.

Essential Accountabilities

+ Quickly build rapport with key customers, including distribution partners, to provide immediate impact in covering vacant territories.

+ Communicate product information in a way that is meaningful and relevant to each individual customer; tailor discussions and interactions based on an understanding of each customers needs.

+ Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned customers; schedule and conduct meetings with key personnel/decision makers to understand practice structure, business model, key influencers (Owner/Prac