About Farmina
Farmina Pet Foods is a family-owned Italian company with over 50 years of expertise in pet nutrition. With four production facilities and a presence in more than 75 countries, we are a fast-growing global player in the pet care industry. At Farmina, we go beyond nutrition. By combining nature and science, we develop high-quality nutritional solutions that support the health and wellbeing of pets worldwide.
Why join Farmina?
At Farmina, we combine science, innovation, and passion to improve the lives of pets worldwide. You'll become part of an international company where customer care, continuous learning, and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do. If you're passionate about animal nutrition and enjoy building meaningful relationships with pet owners, we'd love to hear from you.
We at Farmina firmly believe in our company motto: Happy pet. Happy you.
Position Purpose
The PRO Channel works primarily with dog and cat breeders, shelters/rescues, dog trainers, and other professionals within the canine and feline communities. The key priority for the PRO team is attracting professionals to Farmina through brand awareness activities, providing education and on-site follow ups. Through these activities, the PRO team will drive engagement within the community, and will elicit recommendations from breeders, shelters, trainers and more.
Requirements
- 4+ years of outside sales experience OR equivalent relevant experience in the animal health industry
- Comfort in managing large territory. Overnights/weekend travel required 75%
- Reliable personal vehicle able to be utilized for territory management
- Ability to work independently, entrepreneurial mindset
- Strong relationship building skills
- Breeding/Shelter work experience preferred
- Live within 30 miles of major airport
- Bilingual (Spanish) a plus
Key Responsibilities
- Visiting dog and cat breeders/shelters/rescues/trainers in person within assigned territory
- Educate/train prospective customers on brand benefits – close with a sale of product
- Drive compliance of newly created recommendation portal/PRO App
- Achieve all KPIs as assigned for territory growth
- Attend/plan/organize events (dog/cat shows, etc) across U.S. (even outside assigned territory as needed) as defined – min. 12 events per calendar year
- Act as brand ambassador at all times
- Learn, understand and promote Farmina full catalog
Benefits:
- Comprehensive Benefits Package including Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits and much more.
- 90% Company Paid Employee Only Medical Plan Option
- 401K with Employer Matching Program
- Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
- Employee Discounts
This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer.
Farmina is An Equal Opportunity Employer
Skills Required
- 4+ years of outside sales experience or equivalent relevant experience in the animal health industry
- Comfort managing a large territory
- Availability for overnight and weekend travel 75% of the time
- Reliable personal vehicle for territory management
- Ability to work independently
- Entrepreneurial mindset
- Strong relationship-building skills
- Live within 30 miles of a major airport
- Breeding or shelter work experience
- Bilingual Spanish language skills
What We Do
Farmina Pet Foods is a family owned and operated pet nutrition company, founded in 1965, that develops and manufactures premium pet food. It operates four proprietary production facilities, including three extrusion plants and one wet food manufacturing plant, producing veterinary and natural formulas such as the Vet Life line for dogs and cats.
