Veterinary Sales Representative

Patterson Companies and our dedicated teams create healthier communities by building strong partnerships, one person at a time. We connect expertise to inspired ideas, products and services while creating a relevant, memorable difference in the lives of our clients and their customers

Achieve assigned sales and gross profit quotas within the assigned territory and within the approved level of expenses

• Transact all business in accordance to Animal Health International Inc.’s business code of ethics and conduct.
• Develop an awareness of customer’s personal operation and needs
• Perform the steps in the selling process
• Provide service that is appropriate for account potential
• Develop strategies for each major account
• Budget time and activities appropriately
• Keep territory records current
• Maintain a current knowledge of Company products, policies, procedures, programs, selling skills, market conditions, and competition
• Maintain a good driving record

Knowledge, Skill and Ability:

• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Good planner and organizer
• Self-motivated
• Solid selling skills
• Education or Formal Training:
• 4 years degree in business or related subject preferred
• Experience may be substituted for formal education

Experience:

• Inside/Outside sales experience strongly preferred
• Experience in the Animal Health Industry preferred

Material and Equipment Directly Used:

• General Office Equipment
• Selling related materials
• Company vehicle

Working Environment/Physical Activities:

• Move up to 50 lbs.
• Frequent travel required
• Occasional overnight travel as required
• Stationary position 50% of the time
• Moving 50% of the time