Job Description

Sales Representative (VET) – Royal Canin, Cape Town

Everything we do is driven by our passion for the health and wellbeing of every cat and dog. You can now join us at Royal Canin on this mission. Our deep understanding of cats and dogs needs makes it possible for us to design the world's most precise pet health nutrition. We never stop learning and never take anything for granted. That’s why we collaborate with leading scientific, veterinary and behavioral experts, breeders and other pet professionals and maintain an ongoing dialogue with cat and dog owners worldwide.

As a Sales Representative (Vet) at Mars, you would be responsible for driving sustainable growth, recommendation, and market leadership for Royal Canin within the Veterinary channel. You will achieve this by combining strong commercial execution, scientific education, relationship management, and in-practice business development. Similarly, you would act as a trusted business partner to Veterinary Clinics, Referral Hospitals, and Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), while supporting the implementation of strategic initiatives.

What are we looking for?

• A Bachelor of Veterinary Science (BVSc), a Veterinary Nursing Diploma, or a relevant commercial qualification is preferred.

• You should have a minimum of 3–5 years of experience in field sales or as a technical advisor within the veterinary, healthcare, or FMCG sector.

• Proven ability in territory management, customer education, and building strong professional relationships.

• You'll have demonstrated experience in customer education, merchandising, and commercial execution.

• A valid South African driver’s license is required, and a willingness to travel and work flexible hours for events are required.

• Ideally, you will have strong computer literacy experience in Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

What would be your key responsibilities?

• Achieve and exceed sales and growth targets within your allocated territory.

• Drive recommendation and conversion of Royal Canin’s Veterinary Health Nutrition ranges through education and scientific engagement.

• Build and maintain strong, lasting relationships with vets, nurses, and practice management teams across the veterinary channel.

• Deliver product, nutritional, and business training to veterinary practice teams to enhance their knowledge and capabilities.

• Plan and execute educational events, round tables, and customer engagement initiatives to strengthen our brand presence.

• Identify new business opportunities, support new account onboarding, and manage customer incentive programs.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.

• Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.

• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.

• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.