Senior Ruminant Territory Sales Representative (Western KS – Garden City)
Merck
September 04, 2026
Remote friendly (Kansas, United States)
United States
Sales
Senior Territory Representative — Key Responsibilities May Include, But Are Not Limited To
- Communicates about products meaningfully to each customer; customizes discussions based on customer needs.
- Primary point of contact for assigned customers; meets key personnel/decision makers to understand practice structure, business model, key influencers, customer needs, and identifies business opportunities.
- Develops customer strategy (interactions/relationship, solutions, partner involvement, offerings) to create sales opportunities and grow Animal Health product and service accounts.
- Develops territory and account plans; partners with National Account Managers, Corporate Account Team, and Distribution Field Partners to drive sales growth.
- Collaborates across species teams to strengthen knowledge of the Animal Health product portfolio.
- Analyzes sales results monthly and manages expenses within budget.
- Identifies/selects programs and services to address customer needs and provide education/training.
- Works with leadership and Field Technical Services to develop and deliver offerings.
- Maintains understanding of Animal Health products, industry trends, competitors, business model, and influencer networks; shares insights to influence sales trends.
- Communicates customer/industry/product/market trends through the organization.
- Develops and meets learning and development objectives.
Education/Qualifications
- High school diploma with 10+ years of sales experience OR Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of sales experience.
Required Experience and Skills
- 3 years of account management experience; experience within the Ruminant Industry.
- Excellent interpersonal/communication/presentation skills; adaptability.
- Proficient with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and iPad.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Travel overnight and some weekend activity.
Preferred Experience and Skills
- Business development & planning; cattle/dairy knowledge; Animal Health industry experience.
- Working knowledge of animal technology/monitoring; distribution experience.
- Fluency in Spanish (preferred, not required).
Required Skills: Account Management, Adaptability, Channel Partner Management, Lead Generation, Market Analysis, Product Knowledge, Revenue Maximization, Sales Forecasting, Sales Negotiations, Sales Process Management, Sales Reporting, Sales Strategy Development, Sales Training, Swine Production, Veterinary Medicine.
Application Instructions
- Apply via https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or Workday Jobs Hub if a current employee). Application deadline is stated on the posting; Job Posting End Date: 09/17/2026 (effective until 11:59:59PM the day before).
- Communicates about products meaningfully to each customer; customizes discussions based on customer needs.
- Primary point of contact for assigned customers; meets key personnel/decision makers to understand practice structure, business model, key influencers, customer needs, and identifies business opportunities.
- Develops customer strategy (interactions/relationship, solutions, partner involvement, offerings) to create sales opportunities and grow Animal Health product and service accounts.
- Develops territory and account plans; partners with National Account Managers, Corporate Account Team, and Distribution Field Partners to drive sales growth.
- Collaborates across species teams to strengthen knowledge of the Animal Health product portfolio.
- Analyzes sales results monthly and manages expenses within budget.
- Identifies/selects programs and services to address customer needs and provide education/training.
- Works with leadership and Field Technical Services to develop and deliver offerings.
- Maintains understanding of Animal Health products, industry trends, competitors, business model, and influencer networks; shares insights to influence sales trends.
- Communicates customer/industry/product/market trends through the organization.
- Develops and meets learning and development objectives.
Education/Qualifications
- High school diploma with 10+ years of sales experience OR Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of sales experience.
Required Experience and Skills
- 3 years of account management experience; experience within the Ruminant Industry.
- Excellent interpersonal/communication/presentation skills; adaptability.
- Proficient with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and iPad.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Travel overnight and some weekend activity.
Preferred Experience and Skills
- Business development & planning; cattle/dairy knowledge; Animal Health industry experience.
- Working knowledge of animal technology/monitoring; distribution experience.
- Fluency in Spanish (preferred, not required).
Required Skills: Account Management, Adaptability, Channel Partner Management, Lead Generation, Market Analysis, Product Knowledge, Revenue Maximization, Sales Forecasting, Sales Negotiations, Sales Process Management, Sales Reporting, Sales Strategy Development, Sales Training, Swine Production, Veterinary Medicine.
Application Instructions
- Apply via https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or Workday Jobs Hub if a current employee). Application deadline is stated on the posting; Job Posting End Date: 09/17/2026 (effective until 11:59:59PM the day before).