Unleash your potential. Our passion for
pets is only matched by our passion for business, and that's why
Nestlé Purina PetCare is a leader in the pet products
industry - dedicated to improving the lives of cats and dogs
through quality nutrition and care. Our future business depends on
recruiting the very best people. Right now, we are looking for a
Territory Manager to join our sales force.
POSITION: Territory Manager Jan/12
DEPARTMENT: Nutritional Sales Group
LOCATION: Halifax
REPORTS TO: Regional Sales Manager
Responsible for managing Sales to small direct distributors within Halifax and surrounding areas, as well as calling on the clinics within that territory and stimulating veterinary recommendations of all Purina products.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Promotes Purina to veterinarians as a veterinary diet company and influences veterinarians to recommend Purina products:
Develops and conducts veterinary educational seminars on pet nutrition and Purina products for the nutrition and treatment of healthy and sick animals to Veterinary clinics.
Ensures high level of nutritional knowledge is maintained to influence the sales environment.
• Accountable for Sales within the territory.
Conducts business reviews for the clinics.
Develops business plans with the clinics with the information and direction provided by the regional manager.
Conducts a quality assurance review for the clinic in terms of product, pricing, and distribution.
• Reports to the Regional Sales Manager on their own field activity and that of the competition and provides feedback and status on promotions for building pre and post evaluations.
• Performs veterinary clinic coverage:
Visit clients based on established call frequency and coverage.
Sells incremental opportunities for Nestlé Purina Canada leveraging National/Regional initiatives.
Transmits clinic information directly into sales system database for review, verification and analysis.
POSITION: Territory Manager Jan/12
DEPARTMENT: Nutritional Sales Group
LOCATION: Halifax
REPORTS TO: Regional Sales Manager
Responsible for managing Sales to small direct distributors within Halifax and surrounding areas, as well as calling on the clinics within that territory and stimulating veterinary recommendations of all Purina products.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Promotes Purina to veterinarians as a veterinary diet company and influences veterinarians to recommend Purina products:
Develops and conducts veterinary educational seminars on pet nutrition and Purina products for the nutrition and treatment of healthy and sick animals to Veterinary clinics.
Ensures high level of nutritional knowledge is maintained to influence the sales environment.
• Accountable for Sales within the territory.
Conducts business reviews for the clinics.
Develops business plans with the clinics with the information and direction provided by the regional manager.
Conducts a quality assurance review for the clinic in terms of product, pricing, and distribution.
• Reports to the Regional Sales Manager on their own field activity and that of the competition and provides feedback and status on promotions for building pre and post evaluations.
• Performs veterinary clinic coverage:
Visit clients based on established call frequency and coverage.
Sells incremental opportunities for Nestlé Purina Canada leveraging National/Regional initiatives.
Transmits clinic information directly into sales system database for review, verification and analysis.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Completion of a University Degree or animal health degree. A Science, Nutrition , technician technician or Veterinary Degree an asset.
• 1-2 years of previous sales experience in the industry preferable.
• Proven experience using MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong problem solving, strategic business thinking and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• English/French Bilingualism for this position would be an asset.
NEXT STEPS: If you want to be part of a high-performance, socially responsible pet care company that is committed to people, quality and action, you've found it in Nestlé Purina PetCare Canada. If you'd like to apply for this position, please e-mail: purinacanjobs@purina.nestle.com. We wish to thank all candidates for their interest. However, please note that only those most qualified will be contacted.
CFIA
Veterinarian
Feb/12
Seeking employment with CFIA? There are job opportunities for you in Meat Hygiene program in Northwest New Brunswick. The applicant must be able to communicate fluently in French or both official languages. If you are interested, please contact Mr Richard Wiaz, HR Consultant/Advisor at 506-851-7395 for details.
Seeking employment with CFIA? There are job opportunities for you in Meat Hygiene program in Northwest New Brunswick. The applicant must be able to communicate fluently in French or both official languages. If you are interested, please contact Mr Richard Wiaz, HR Consultant/Advisor at 506-851-7395 for details.
Royal Canin
In-Store Product
Specialist
Jan/12
We’re looking for enthusiastic, dynamic, motivated people who share our passion for cats and dogs to join our In-Store Sales Support Team. Royal Canin is an innovative pet nutrition company with one simple philosophy: Knowledge and Respect. Our philosophy applies cat and dogs, to the owners that love them, and to our employees.
As an In-Store Product Specialist, you’ll:
interact with customers in pet specialty stores in your area to promote sales by explaining nutritional concepts and product features
maintain and merchandise in-store product displays, occasional stock counts
team up with our Territory Sales Managers to promote products at local events such as retailer and pet shows
This is the ideal opportunity for you if you:
love pets
are outgoing and personable
possess excellent communication skills
enjoy working with the public
are a quick learner
have a professional, positive work attitude
enjoy working independently but also excel when working as part of a team
are interested in pet health nutrition
have access to the internet
experienced working with Email, Word, Excel and pdf files
Previous experience with in-store demonstrations, merchandising, retail sales and/or customer service would be an asset.
We offer:
part-time, flexible weekday and weekend shifts
competitive salaries
sales, merchandising and product training
travel time reimbursement
Other perks for you (and your pet!)
To apply:
e-mail your résumé to Cindy Andrews cindy.andrews@seajay.ca
We thank all interested candidates in advance for their application. However, only those that we feel are best suited for this position will be contacted.
We’re looking for enthusiastic, dynamic, motivated people who share our passion for cats and dogs to join our In-Store Sales Support Team. Royal Canin is an innovative pet nutrition company with one simple philosophy: Knowledge and Respect. Our philosophy applies cat and dogs, to the owners that love them, and to our employees.
As an In-Store Product Specialist, you’ll:
interact with customers in pet specialty stores in your area to promote sales by explaining nutritional concepts and product features
maintain and merchandise in-store product displays, occasional stock counts
team up with our Territory Sales Managers to promote products at local events such as retailer and pet shows
This is the ideal opportunity for you if you:
love pets
are outgoing and personable
possess excellent communication skills
enjoy working with the public
are a quick learner
have a professional, positive work attitude
enjoy working independently but also excel when working as part of a team
are interested in pet health nutrition
have access to the internet
experienced working with Email, Word, Excel and pdf files
Previous experience with in-store demonstrations, merchandising, retail sales and/or customer service would be an asset.
We offer:
part-time, flexible weekday and weekend shifts
competitive salaries
sales, merchandising and product training
travel time reimbursement
Other perks for you (and your pet!)
To apply:
e-mail your résumé to Cindy Andrews cindy.andrews@seajay.ca
We thank all interested candidates in advance for their application. However, only those that we feel are best suited for this position will be contacted.
Bowie Mobile
Veterinary Unit for
Sale
Jan/12
Bowie Ultra 6 mobile unit. Purchased new last year. Used 3 months, currently in storage. *LIKE NEW*. Reason for selling = not doing large animal work anymore. Very reasonable price.
Link to full specs and pictures
Please contact Dr. Jen MacLean at jen_maclean8@hotmail.com or call (902) 629-0052 for more information.
Bowie Ultra 6 mobile unit. Purchased new last year. Used 3 months, currently in storage. *LIKE NEW*. Reason for selling = not doing large animal work anymore. Very reasonable price.
Link to full specs and pictures
Please contact Dr. Jen MacLean at jen_maclean8@hotmail.com or call (902) 629-0052 for more information.

Permethrin
A common
insecticide found in many over the counter flea and tick
“spot on” products, it is poisonous to
cats. Learn more
here.
Honouring Dr.
Goltz
Congratulations to Dr. James Goltz, 2011
winner of the Atlantic Award of Excellence in Veterinary Medicine
& Animal Care
Save the
date
Atlantic Provinces
Veterinary Conference
April 20-22,
2012
Halifax, NS
CVMA
Conference
July 11-14,
2012
Montreal, QC
2011 marks the 250th anniversary of the
veterinary profession!









