Job Description

Poultry Technical & Marketing Manager

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As a global leader in animal health, Ceva Animal Health believes our success is linked to our passionate people researching, developing , producing and supplying innovative health solutions for all animals, which contributes to the future of our diverse planet.

We are committed to ensuring the highest possible level of care and well-being for farm animals (poultry, pigs, ruminants), companion animals (dogs and cats) and wildlife.

Indeed, Our “Together, Beyond Animal Health” vision emphasizes that the health and wellbeing of people, animals and our planet are totally interlinked. More than ever, Ceva is committed to a "One Health" approach.

As part of our “Diversity, Equity and Inclusion” policy, Ceva Animal Heath is committed to the employment of people with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodations throughout the interview process to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience for all applicants. To request an accommodation, please contact a member of the Ceva Talent Acquisition team.

Your missions :

As part of the Intertropical Africa team, you will be responsible for defining and implementing the strategy for the Poultry business unit across the Intertropical Africa region.

Your main responsibilities:

• Develop and execute the business plan and annual budget.
• Define the 3- to 5-year vision for the Poultry business in collaboration with the Ceva-Laprovet Director.
• Provide technical and marketing support to local teams in coordination with country operations managers.
• Provide technical support to operational teams.
• Analyze market data and generate insights to guide strategy.
• Identify and develop new growth drivers: countries, customers, products.
• Contribute to the financial management of the Poultry business (P&L, margins, sales forecasts, OPEX).
• Facilitate communication with Corporate teams.
• Coordinate cross-functional projects with regulatory affairs, supply chain, and operational teams.

Your profile :

With a background in veterinary medicine (or agricultural/food engineering), you have at least 3 years of experience in poultry health and production.

You already have training and/or experience in market analysis and marketing.

Ideally, you have knowledge of the African market (trends, competition, regulations).

Your leadership skills, customer service orientation, and understanding of the drivers of poultry business development, combined with solid technical knowledge, will enable you to succeed in this role.

Fluent in English and French.

Team spirit and a willingness to work across departments, adaptability, the ability to influence and persuade, active listening and a customer-focused mindset, curiosity, the ability to establish and maintain external professional relationships and build a strong network, organizational skills, the ability to manage priorities, attention to detail, and an open mind will be key assets for making the optimal impact in this environment.

Position based in Libourne or Tours, requiring frequent travel to Intertropical Africa.