Vet & Field Team Leader,

Job Description

A part of Colgate-Palmolive since 1976, Hill's Pet Nutrition offers the highest-quality pet nutrition available through product lines Prescription Diet® and Science Diet®. Veterinarians worldwide recommend and feed their own pets Hill's products more than any other brand of pet food.

Available in approximately 80 countries around the world, our extensive line of products includes more than 60 Prescription Diet brand pet foods and more than 50 Science Diet brand pet foods.

We believe all animals should be loved and cared for during their lifetimes. That is why we are proud our pet foods can make a difference in your pet's life.

A career at Hill’s Pet Nutrition or Colgate-Palmolive is an excellent opportunity if you seek a global experience, constant challenge, and development opportunities in an environment that respects work/life effectiveness.

Information at a Glance

Job Title:  Vet & Field Team Leader, Hill's NZ

Travel Required?:  Travel - 50% of time

Posting Start Date:  4/17/26

Hybrid

No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number #172785 - Auckland, North Island, New Zealand

Who We Are

Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!

Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.
 

Vet & Field Team Leader | Hill’s Pet Nutrition NZ

• Own the Veterinary Channel P&L & Strategy for NZ
• Lead, Coach, and Inspire a Performing Team of 7
• Drive Execution Excellence across Vet & Pet Specialty
• Flexible Auckland based role with 50% Field-Based Leadership

The Opportunity

Are you a commercial leader who thrives on execution? Do you have the Mindset required to treat a business as your own?

At Hill’s Pet Nutrition, we are looking for a Vet & Field Team Leader to be the driving force behind our New Zealand commercial engine. This isn’t a desk job. You will lead Pet Nutrition by leading a team of Territory Managers and a Customer Development Manager to deliver best-in-class results through clinical advocacy and retail excellence.

The Role

Reporting directly to the Country Manager, you will bridge the gap between global strategy and local execution. Your mission is to ensure Hill’s is the #1 most trusted and recommended brand by veterinary professionals, while simultaneously delivering best in class execution in the Pet Specialty channel.

Key responsibilities include:

• Driving the 6P+A framework (Product, Placement, Price, Promotion, POP, Persuasion, and Availability) to ensure flawless execution in every clinic and store. You make sure our field team are trained and calling on clinics and stores with the right coverage and priorities top of mind.
• Strategic Customer Leadership: Supporting negotiations and Joint Value Plans (JVPs) with corporate vet groups, independent clusters, and key wholesalers.
• Resource & Priority Management: Work with other teams to masterfully balance field team priorities across both the Veterinary and Pet Specialty channels to maximize ROI and market share.
• High-Impact Coaching: Spending 50% of your time in the field, moving your team from "account management" to "commercial closing" and clinical advocacy.
• P&L Accountability: Managing budgets, forecasting, and investment with a growth-focused "owner" mentality.

About You

You are a "Player-Coach" who understands that strategy is only as good as its execution. You can pivot from a corporate negotiation to an in clinic discussion with a Vet or Vet Nurse without missing a beat.

We are looking for:

• Proven Leadership: At least 5+ years experience managing sales or field teams (ideally within Animal Health, FMCG, or Pharma).
• Commercial Acumen: A track record of managing P&Ls and delivering growth in complex, multi-channel environments.
• Strategic Agility: The ability to manage competing priorities across different business segments (Vet vs. Pet Specialty).
• Influence: Exceptional negotiation skills and the ability to build deep, value-based relationships with key customers.
• Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Commerce, or a related field.

Why Hill’s?

Hill’s Pet Nutrition is a global leader in scientifically-driven pet nutrition. When you join us, you aren't just selling pet food; you are transforming the lives of pets and their owners.

We offer:

• A competitive salary, performance-based bonus, and comprehensive benefits.
• "Summer Hours" and a focus on work-life balance.
• Global career development opportunities and world-class mentoring.
• A culture of inclusion, diversity, and continuous improvement.

Ready to lead the NZ field?

If you have the drive to deliver "best-in-class" execution and the commercial savvy to own the NZ Vet channel, Apply Now.

Our Commitment to Inclusion
Our journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives  to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation.

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