Technical Sales Leader - Animal Health

Kimberly-Clark

23d • Remote

About The Position

You’re not the person who will settle for just any role. Neither are we. Because we’re out to create Better Care for a Better World, and that takes a certain kind of person and teams who care about making a difference. Here, you’ll bring your professional expertise, talent, and drive to building and managing our portfolio of iconic, ground-breaking brands. In this role, you’ll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU. Kimberly-Clark Corporation is seeking a Technical Sales Leader for its Natural Solutions Business unit. The role will be responsible for developing and executing technical strategies that enable development and growth of animal health and nutrition related businesses (aqua/ companion animals/ poultry/ swine / ruminant, etc). It combines technical expertise with commercial acumen to work with internal support teams and external customers, to drive business growth. The successful candidate will be a self-starter with the ability to drive and implement projects towards commercial realization through strong collaborative interaction with diverse business functions and external partners. At Kimberly-Clark, you’ll be part of the best team committed to driving innovation, growth and impact. We’re founded on more than 150 years of market leadership, and we’re always looking for new and better ways to perform – so there’s your open door of opportunity. It’s all here for you at Kimberly-Clark. Led by Purpose. Driven by You. At Kimberly-Clark, we’re constantly exploring new ideas on how, when, and where we can best achieve results. When you join our team, you’ll experience Flex That Works: flexible (hybrid) work arrangements that empower you to have purposeful time in the office and partner with your leader to make flexibility work for both you and the business. In one of our professional roles, you’ll focus on winning with consumers and the market, while putting safety, mutual respect, and human dignity at the center. For Kimberly-Clark to grow and prosper, we must be an inclusive organization that applies the diverse experiences and passions of its team members to brands that make life better for people all around the world, which is why we seek to build a workforce that encompasses the experiences of our consumers. When you bring your original thinking to Kimberly-Clark, you fuel the continued success of our enterprise. We are a committed equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required for this position. Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests, which may include drug screening, background check, and DMV check. Veterans and members of the Reserve and Guard are highly encouraged to apply. This role is available for local candidates already authorized to work in the role’s country only. Kimberly-Clark will not provide relocation support for this role. Fueled by ingenuity, creativity, and an understanding of people's most essential needs, we're working to find new ways to make a positive impact on the world we share. Kimberly-Clark and its trusted brands, including Huggies, Kleenex, Scott, Kotex, Cottonelle, Poise, Depend, Andrex, Pull-Ups, GoodNites, Intimus, Neve, Plenitud, Sweety, Softex, Viva and WypAll, are an indispensable part of life for people in more than 175 countries by helping individuals experience more of what's important to them. We use sustainable practices that support a healthy planet, build stronger communities, and ensure our business thrives for decades to come. To learn more about the company's 150-year history of innovation, visit kimberly-clark.com.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science, Animal Nutrition, Biology, or related field; MS or PhD/DVM preferred
• 5+ years’ experience in technical sales in animal health or nutrition related industry
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills in English
• Able to work and lead in a dynamic, scale-up focused team environment to meet aggressive deadlines
• Familiarity with quality assurance and regulatory requirements for animal health and nutrition products
• Willing to travel 30% of the time pending future project requirements

Responsibilities

• Lead Sales of Animal Health and Nutrition ingredients
• Develop market strategy for feed additive markets, mapping competitive advantages, cost position, performance advantages for appropriate end customers
• Proactively manage and provide input on customer requests, research on performance across different species and marketing and sales support
• Develop and monitor research trials and protocols
• Summarize and present results of clinical and other support trials.
• Assist in troubleshooting product-related issues and provide solutions based on scientific and practical knowledge
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and company policies
• Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Train and mentor less experienced members of the team, supporting them to develop their skills
• Act as an ambassador and subject matter expert for both internal and external stakeholders
• Conduct all communications and transactions with the utmost integrity and honesty to build an unimpeachable business reputation
• Ensure communication of project plans and results to partners, customers, and other team members
• Contribute to an environment in which all team members are respected regardless of their individual differences and are motivated to improve both their individual and team contributions to achieve desired business results

Benefits

• Great support for good health with medical, dental, and vision coverage options with no waiting periods or pre-existing condition restrictions.
• Access to an on-site fitness center, occupational health nurse, and allowances for high-quality safety equipment.
• Flexible Savings and spending accounts to maximize health care options and stretch dollars when caring for yourself or dependents.
• Diverse income protection insurance options to protect yourself and your family in case of illness, injury, or other unexpected events.
• Additional programs and support to continue your education, adopt a child, relocate, or even find temporary childcare.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level