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About Phibro Animal Health Corporation

Phibro Animal Health Corporation is a publicly traded, global organization with a rich history in animal health and nutrition as a manufacturer and marketer of medicated feed additives, vaccines, nutritional specialty products, and mineral nutrition. We strive to be a trusted partner with livestock producers, farmers, veterinarians, and consumers who raise or care for farm and companion animals by providing solutions to help them maintain and enhance the health of their animals.

 

Phibro is a diversified company in manufacturing and marketing products for ethanol performance, microbials for plants, home and industrial applications, and specialty chemicals for various industrial markets. In addition to, Phibro’s revenues are in excess of $1 billion and are supported by over 2,300 employees worldwide.

 

At Phibro, people are our greatest asset. We strive to develop a diverse workforce that fosters an environment where people feel supported in openly sharing their creativity and skills that allows them to be the most successful that they can be.

 

If you are interested in working for Phibro and feel that you do not meet all qualifications, we encourage you to apply as you might be the right candidate for this role or other positions.

 

The Technical Manager, Poultry, Southern Europe is an integral part of our Business Development team based out of our Belgium - Wavre, France, Italy, Spain site.

 

Position Details

RESPONSIBILITIES 

 

Provide high standard technical support in a timely and effective way to our customers in the assigned territory (e.g. diagnostic support, troubleshooting, knowledge transfer, etc.) 

Align the technical support to customer needs that will be linked to achieve budgeted sales for Phibro products in the assigned territory. 

Provide technical support for customers, key influencers and end users ensuring proper use of products. 

Carry out technical activities for certain Value-Added Services, use technical services to leverage the image of company and communicate to customers in efficient way to explain the value of these Value-Added Services. 

Actively participate and present in scientific or technical events and congresses in the region. Produce technical materials for scientific and marketing publications. 

Deliver technical training and coaching to the KAMs, ensuring adequate understanding and knowledge transfer on products and diseases, and ensuring consistency of messages across Phibro local teams. Support the KAMs to train local distributors to drive the sale of products.  

Monitor industry technical trends and competitive activity in the assigned area to provide guidance to appropriate Species Business Manager. 

Support customer events and technical campaigns (e.g. vets or poultry industry meetings, implementation of technical services including clear communication programs to customers, commercial studies, etc.). 

Build and maintain long term relevant Key Opinion Leaders, Universities, Institutes, CROs, etc. 

Design and execute commercial demos and controlled trials according to the business needs. 

Strengthen relationships by being actively part of customer strategic account plans. 

Align with the KAM and the EU marketing manager the resources required to support technically the customers within the associated territory. 

Engage frequently with Global Director Technical Services to continuously exchange knowledge and share ideas. 

Comply with Phibro’s policies and lead with high level of integrity. 

 

EDUCATION 

 

Degree in Veterinary medicine is required. 

Nutritional or other relevant animal science degree will be well considered. 

 

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS  

 

Significant practical previous experience in poultry medicine is required.  

Previous experience in a technical role in AH industry is desirable. 

Knowledge of field-based clinical trials desirable.   

Good knowledge of local market conditions particularly of the target species group. 

Languages: Good command of English language is required. Proficiency in other languages of the designated Region will be an asset.    

Other specific know-how: good Microsoft Office user: Word, Excel, PowerPoint.  

 

CORE COMPETENCIES 

 

Strong customer centric mindset. 

Technical poultry knowledge. 

Good analytical skills and rigorous, logical and pragmatic thinker. Statistical analysis competences will be considered a plus. 

Excellent communication (oral and written) skills. Strong verbal and written presentation skills. 

Able to explain highly technical issues in a simplified and understandable manner. 

Good at influencing and relationship building skills. 

Strong work ethic. 

Well organised. 

Good team player.  

Honesty & Integrity  

Willingness to travel extensively (40-50%) 

 

Phibro is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.

Business Unit: Animal Health & Mineral Nutrition   
Division: Animal Health & Nutrition 
Department: Business Development 
Location: Belgium - Wavre, France, Italy, Spain 
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday (38 Hours) 
 

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