Product & Marketing Assistant
Location: Remote – with regular travel to our Dumfries office
Are you passionate about marketing and product development? Do you have a keen interest in animal health and want to make an impact in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? We’re looking for a Product and Marketing Assistant to join our team and support the growth of our veterinary product portfolio.
This junior-level position offers a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in both marketing execution and product management. You’ll play a key role in supporting campaigns, coordinating product information, and collaborating across teams to ensure our products and marketing initiatives deliver exceptional results.
What You’ll Do
Assist with market research and competitor analysis to inform product development.
Support the creation and maintenance of product specifications, brochures, and sales collateral.
Help monitor product performance and generate actionable insights from sales data and customer feedback.
Collaborate with suppliers and manufacturers to ensure compliance and product availability.
Work with the marketing team on campaigns, product launches, and promotional activities.
Contribute to digital content for newsletters, websites, and social media.
Assist with event preparation for conferences and exhibitions.
Maintain accurate documentation and support training materials for sales teams.
What We’re Looking For
Essential:
Experience in a commercial, fast-paced environment.
Interest or practical experience in marketing, product support, or administration.
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and CRM systems.
Ability to work collaboratively across teams.
Desirable:
Experience in animal healthcare or veterinary practice.
RVN qualification or strong clinical understanding.
Familiarity with marketing analytics or market research.
Experience working towards commercial goals.
Why Join Us?
Enjoy a great range of Covetrus employee benefits, including:
🎉 Birthday Day Off – Celebrate your day your way
🚴 Cycle to Work Scheme – Save up to 42% on bikes & gear
🧠 Employee Assistance Program – Free, confidential support for you and your family
💼 Company Pension Scheme – 5% employer contribution
🛍️ Covetrus Benefits Hub – Thousands of retail discounts
👁️ Eye Care Vouchers – Available via the Benefits Hub
🛡️ Life Insurance – Choose your beneficiaries
Covetrus is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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What We Do
Covetrus specializes in the production and distribution, inventory management, software and prescription management for veterinary care.
Covetrus is a global animal-health technology and services company dedicated to empowering veterinary practice partners to drive improved health and financial outcomes. We’re bringing together products, services, and technology into a single platform that connects our customers to the solutions and insights they need to work best. Our passion for the well-being of animals and those who care for them drives us to advance the world of veterinary medicine. Covetrus is headquartered in Portland, Maine, with more than 5,500 employees, serving over 100,000 customers around the globe.
