You will understand distribution-led business models, know how to unlock value from customer relationships, teams, capabilities and market position, and have the ability to translate strategy into practical execution. You will understand the animal health landscape including pharmaceuticals and nutrition manufacturing partners.  

What Success Looks Like 

Over the first 12 months, you will: 

• Develop a clear regional strategy that creates greater alignment and collaboration across the region. 

• Strengthen commercial performance through sustainable revenue and profit growth. 

• Build on existing customer and manufacturing partner relationships whilst identifying opportunities to expand market share, including exploring and leveraging adjacent channels. 

• Drive operational efficiency and organisational effectiveness. 

• Enhance employee engagement and leadership capability across the region. 

• Support the continued evolution of Covetrus as the leading animal health technology and services company globally. 

What We're Looking For 

We are interested in leaders who combine commercial acumen with extensive  market knowledge and strong people leadership. 

You'll likely bring: 

• Significant senior leadership experience with full P&L responsibility. 

• Experience leading multi-country regional operations within a matrix organisation. 

• A track record of driving commercial growth within a distribution, healthcare or adjacent sector. 

• The ability to balance strategic thinking with operational execution. 

• Strong customer focus and experience building long-term commercial partnerships. 

• Experience leading, developing and inspiring high-performing teams across multiple geographies. 

• The confidence to challenge constructively whilst bringing people with you. 

• A collaborative leadership style aligned to a people-first culture. 

Most importantly, we're looking for someone who can recognise the strength of what has been built  and work with our teams to take the business to its next stage of growth. 

Why Covetrus? 

Covetrus is a global animal-health technology and services company dedicated to empowering veterinary practice partners to drive improved health and financial outcomes. Serving more than 100,000 customers worldwide, we bring together products, services and technology into a connected platform that helps veterinary professionals deliver the best possible care. 

Our culture is built around our core values: Do Good, Never Settle, Give Power, Be Passionate and Share the Customer Goal. 

We believe our people are our greatest strength and are committed to creating an environment where individuals can grow, contribute and make a meaningful impact on the future of animal health.