Director, Global Strategy

States Considered NJ Role Overview Drive major global strategic initiatives as defined by the Zoetis Executive Team (ZET). Play a highly visible role with direct impact on the evolution of the market leader in animal health. In addition to driving strategic initiatives, act as a thought partner with senior business leaders and the ZET, including the Chief Executive Officer and other Executive Vice Presidents across Commercial, R&D, Manufacturing and Supply, Finance, HR, and IT departments. Responsibilities Partner with business leaders to determine major growth, business model innovation, and shareholder value initiatives. Collaborate with Business Development, Commercial Development, Finance, and other partner organizations on major M&A and divestiture reviews. Provide strategic expertise and thought partnership (e.g., problem solving / structuring) to senior leaders. Conduct financial and strategic analyses on identified opportunities. Perform capability gap assessments and develop plans (digital, pricing, etc.). Take responsibility for transitioning strategy to operation and execution. Develop strategic plans, monitor key external trends, and prepare thought pieces for the Company and Board of Directors. Compile critical competitive intelligence or strategic updates for the Company and Board (e.g., competitors, M&A, digital). Partner with Finance on long‑term forecasts and resource planning, setting clear metrics for success over the short and long term to drive accountability. Pressure‑test implications of analyses and decisions across the Company. Requirements Background in strategy consulting, finance, financial modeling, or related experience. Experience in life sciences or animal health preferred. Strong collaborative working style with ability to drive cross‑functional and cross‑regional projects. History of being resourceful and self‑motivated, operating with limited direction and prioritizing based on business value. Skills Eager to learn and thrive in a role where success means influencing without authority. Exhibits project management and interpersonal skills, including ability to interact well with senior management teams. Strong strategic and business acumen, financial analysis, change management, and relationship building skills. Outstanding written and oral communication skills. Demonstrated learning agility and comfort dealing with ambiguity. Quickly develop a strong understanding of the animal health business and Zoetis. Sense of drive and self‑motivation. Qualifications and Experience Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree or MBA a plus. Minimum of 6 years of extensive strategy and project management experience. Compensation and Benefits US base salary range: $185,000.00 - $266,000.00. The range reflects the base pay target for new hires. The position is eligible for short‑term incentive compensation and long‑term incentives. Zoetis offers a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare and insurance benefits beginning on day one, a 401(k) plan with a match and profit‑sharing contribution, and four weeks of vacation. Equal Employment Opportunity Zoetis is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status or any other protected classification. Disabled individuals are given an equal opportunity to use our online application system. We offer reasonable accommodations as an alternative if requested by an individual with a disability. Please contact Zoetis Colleague Services at View email address on click.appcast.io to request an accommodation. Zoetis also complies with all applicable national, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act. All applicants must possess or obtain authorization to work in the US for Zoetis. #J-18808-Ljbffr Zoetis Spain SL