Sales Manager (Veterinary Sales) - West Houston/Sugar Land, TX

Position Summary We are driven by integrity and united by the people‑and‑pet bond. Our goal is to continuously push beyond what has been done before in pet care, ensuring optimal dog and cat health through specialty nutrition. As a Territory Sales Manager for our Veterinary Sales Team, you will represent Pro Plan Veterinary Diets®—products focused on dietary management for dogs and cats with specific health problems—across a designated geography, building relationships with veterinarians and channel partners while driving sales growth. Responsibilities Promote Pro Plan Veterinary Diet® product line. Grow the Purina Veterinary business using innovative sales and marketing concepts to meet assigned goals. Call on existing and potential clients to create targeted, brand‑building sales and marketing programs that drive volume and exceed quantitative and qualitative sales goals. Develop and implement strategic business plans within the assigned geography. Create a positive Purina experience by providing top‑tier customer service through a consultative selling approach. Work cross‑functionally with regional teams, distributor channel, and counterparts across the country. Influence with integrity by identifying each clinic’s business needs and leveraging consumer insights and trends. Maintain key decision‑maker relationships to secure active recommendations of Purina to veterinary clients. Provide nutritional pet food expertise to veterinarians and their staff through clinic calls, product detailing/comparisons, in‑hospital trainings, and special events. Requirements Bachelor’s Degree required. One or more years of sales experience required. Other Valid state driver’s license, satisfactory driving record, and automobile insurance:

• 100,000 bodily injury liability per person
• 300,000 bodily injury liability per occurrence
• 50,000 property damage

Must be willing to travel, including overnight, to manage the assigned territory. Must have reliable transportation to manage the assigned territory. Relocation expectations: If you currently reside in the territory, you may need to be open to relocation for future advancement opportunities. If you do not currently reside in the territory, you must relocate to the territory upon offer acceptance and for future advancement opportunities. Physical requirements include frequent bending, reaching below the waist and overhead, lifting items up to 40 lbs, and sitting and standing for extended periods. Nestlé provides reasonable accommodations for disabilities and religious practices to the fullest extent required by law. Physical requirements may vary depending on the needs and infrastructure of the specific territory. Benefits & Compensation The approximate pay range for this position is $80,000 to $100,000. Compensation may vary based on knowledge, skills, and geographic location. Nestlé offers performance‑based incentives, a competitive total rewards package—including a 401(k) with company match, healthcare coverage, and a broad range of other benefits. Additional Information This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. Equal Opportunity Employment The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We welcome veterans, service members, and individuals with disabilities and invite applicants to inform us of special accommodations needed for the recruitment experience. Job Requisition 399996 #J-18808-Ljbffr Nestlé Purina North America