Portfolio Director, Prevention & Treatment

Role Description

The Portfolio Director, Prevention and Treatment leads the strategic direction, development, and performance of Covetrus' Para/Bios (Prevention) and Vet & Human Pharmaceuticals (Treatment) categories. This role is responsible for shaping category strategy across both the prevention and treatment continuum, optimizing product mix, and driving margin performance. You will work cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Pricing, Proprietary Brands, and Strategic Sourcing to drive innovation, expand market share, and create differentiated value for our customers across both portfolios.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and Execute Strategy: Refine and lead the strategic roadmap for both the Para/Bios (Prevention) and Vet & Human Pharmaceuticals (Treatment) categories, aligning with overall business objectives and market trends. Ensure a cohesive strategy that reflects the full clinic journey from prevention through treatment.
• Portfolio & Financial Management: Own category-level P&L performance across Para/Bios and Pharma, including margin, and forecasting accuracy. Drive continuous improvement in product mix and portfolio performance for both categories.
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Partner with Sales, Marketing, eCommerce, Pricing, Finance, Sourcing, and Operations to build and implement go-to-market strategies, campaigns, and pricing models spanning prevention and treatment product lines.
• Market Intelligence & Innovation: Analyze customer needs, market trends, competitive dynamics, and technology advancements across both parasiticide/biologics and pharmaceutical markets to identify new product opportunities and inform decision-making.
• Supplier & Partner Engagement: Collaborate with Strategic Sourcing to support vendor performance, supplier discussions and influence joint business plans across key Para/Bios and Pharma suppliers.
• Product Development Collaboration: Work closely to identify and define Proprietary Brand product requirements, validate early-stage concepts, and bring new products to market across both prevention and treatment portfolios.
• Stakeholder Communication: Communicate category strategy, performance metrics, and key initiatives across both Para/Bios and Pharma to senior leaders and internal stakeholders to drive alignment and engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Finance or a related field required
• MBA or other advanced degree preferred
• 10+ years of experience in product management, category leadership, business development, or supplier management
• Experience in pharmaceuticals, parasiticides/biologics, healthcare, or animal health strongly preferred
• Proven track record of driving financial results and leading strategic initiatives across multiple product categories
• Strong analytical and financial acumen
• Strategic thinker with ability to translate vision into actionable plans across a broad, dual-category portfolio
• Exceptional cross-functional collaboration and influence skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with business analytics tools and AI a plus
• Ability to thrive in a matrixed, fast-paced environment
• Minimal travel required

Benefits

• Work with a passionate team driven by purpose
• Shape the future of animal health
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Flexible remote work model
• Growth and learning opportunities across a global organization
• 401k savings & company match
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Maternity leave
• Parental leave
• Military leave
• Other leaves of absence
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• Health savings accounts
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life & disability benefits
• Identity theft protection
• Pet insurance
• Certain positions may include eligibility for a short-term incentive plan
• Salary may vary depending on factors such as confirmed job-related skills, experience, and location.
• Sales Positions are eligible for a Variable Incentive.
• The pay range for this position is as follows: $126,200-$180,300