Animal Health Technology Manager

Location:

Cleckheaton, Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom

Company: JR UK

Client /

Employer:

Mars

Job reference:

Posted: 21.05.2026

Territory:
Northern England & Scotland

Base salary: £39,000 – £40,000 plus bonus up to £7,000–£15,000

Benefits include a company car and other exceptional benefits.

Hours:

Monday–Friday 37.5 hrs per week

We are looking for a Digital Services Business Manager (DSBM) to join our Pet Professional team at Royal Canin and help transform the future of pet health.

This is a field‑based role covering the Northeast, Yorkshire & the Humber, and parts of the Northwest, extending across Scotland including the Central Belt, Borders, Highlands and Islands.

Responsibilities include recruiting veterinary clinics to our digital platforms, driving product recommendations, ensuring partners are engaged and proficient with Royal Canin's digital tools, building long‑lasting relationships, and acting as the primary point of contact.

Key activities include attending industry events (2–3 per year) and representing Royal Canin at trade shows, seminars and conferences.

• Private healthcare and equal parental leave
• Generous pension up to 9% contribution
• Life assurance 4x salary
• EV salary sacrifice scheme
• Gym membership and wellbeing support
• Annual leave starting at 24 days, rising to 32 with service

Proactive and results‑driven individual with passion for digital technology and the veterinary industry.

• Professional qualification in IT, science, or a related field.
• Knowledge and experience working with digital systems.
• Strong planning and problem‑solving abilities with a customer‑focused mindset.
• Strong presentation, communication and IT skills (proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Driver’s license: a clean driving record is required.

• Proven track record in sales or account management.
• In‑depth knowledge or direct experience of the veterinary industry.

• Identify and prospect new business opportunities.
• Recruit veterinary clinics to our digital recommendation service and increase platform usage.
• Educate and train staff on the benefits of our digital systems.
• Effectively manage a territory of up to 750 accounts, including independent and corporate veterinary clinics, hospitals, and charities.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams to deliver a seamless customer experience and achieve business objectives.
• Represent Royal Canin at trade shows, seminars and conferences as a brand ambassador.
• Gather and report on market intelligence, including competitor activity and customer feedback.

• Work alongside over 130,000 associates worldwide.
• Be part of a purpose‑driven company shaping the world we want tomorrow.
• Access world‑class training and development from day one.
• Join a company with an industry‑leading salary and benefits package.