Vets First Choice

Regional General Manager - Metro New Jersey

Vets First Choice$113K — $178K *
Healthcare
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience in a sales or business development role with increasing responsibility.
  • 3+ years of management experience leading teams in a dynamic environment.
  • Strong understanding of financial data and P&L management for profit improvement.
  • Knowledge of healthcare and dental industry practices, including ERP systems and supply chain management.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with experience addressing board-level executives.

Responsibilities

  • Drive sales growth in the assigned region by expanding market share and establishing strong vendor agreements.
  • Provide effective leadership and mentoring to sales and operations teams to foster career development.
  • Collaborate with senior leadership on strategic planning to align regional goals with corporate objectives.
  • Develop and maintain strong customer relationships to enhance satisfaction and identify growth opportunities.
  • Manage P&L statements, focusing on improving profitability and optimizing resource allocation.
  • Lead recruitment, training, and continuous development initiatives for team members.
  • Serve as a liaison between corporate leadership and regional teams to ensure effective communication of strategies.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for a leadership role with significant impact on business growth.
  • Engagement in strategic corporate projects and initiatives.
  • Support for training and professional development programs through collaboration with corporate training.
  • Regular interaction with senior executives and stakeholders.
  • Flexibility for travel to engage with key clients and teams within the region.
Full Job Description

JOB OVERVIEW:

This position is responsible for leading sales growth and operational excellence in their assigned geographic region, managing a territory valued at roughly $100M. This position combines leadership, sales management, and business development to drive market share, profitability, and operational efficiency. The role will oversee all field sales activities while collaborating with field operations to impact the assigned geography. This role will focus on growing sales in key markets while meeting corporate strategic objectives. The position is responsible for fostering a collaborative culture, ensuring customer-centricity, and driving sales through proactive leadership and relationship management.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

  • Sales Growth & Market Expansion: Actively grow sales in the region through strategic initiatives, expanding market share with existing customers, and identifying new business opportunities. Lead efforts to establish primary vendor agreements (PVAs) and maintain strong relationships with key customers.
  • Leadership & Coaching: Provide hands-on leadership to sales and operations teams within the region. Mentor and coach Team Schein Members (TSMs), including Field Sales Consultants (FSCs), and other regional personnel, fostering career development and high performance.
  • Strategic Planning: Collaborate with senior leadership to implement strategic sales and marketing plans. Ensure the region’s goals align with broader corporate objectives and drive profitability, including margin management, expense control, and revenue growth.
  • Customer Engagement & Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, vendors, and stakeholders. Regularly engage with customers to ensure satisfaction and loyalty while identifying opportunities for service improvement and expansion.
  • P&L Management & Financial Accountability: Oversee the region's financial performance, managing profit and loss (P&L) statements and ensuring alignment with corporate profitability goals. Implement strategies to improve gross profit and optimize resource allocation.
  • Talent Development & Recruitment: Lead recruiting efforts for sales and operations personnel, inclusive of training and onboarding responsibilities. Ensure continuous training and development programs are in place to enhance team performance in collaboration with Henry Schein corporate training department.
  • Collaboration & Communication: Act as the primary liaison between corporate leadership and regional teams. Ensure effective communication of corporate initiatives, sales strategies, and competitive intelligence to drive regional success.
  • Operations & Marketing Oversight: Implement national and regional marketing programs to promote growth. Work closely with operations teams to ensure efficient supply chain processes and contract compliance.
  • Special Projects: Participate in key corporate projects and initiatives as directed, including participation in regional and national conventions, customer events, and company meetings.

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS: 

  • Strong business acumen with the ability to interpret financial data and implement strategies to improve profitability.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing teams in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills, with experience in presenting to board-level executives and customers.
  • Proficient in strategic planning, project management, and operational efficiency.
  • Knowledge of healthcare and dental industry practices, including NDSOs, CHCs, and private practices, as well as ERP systems, pricing models, and supply chain management.

GENERAL SKILLS & COMPETENCIES: 

  • Excellent management and leadership skills and ability to attract, retain, motivate, develop and mentor team members for high performance
  • Outstanding verbal and written communication skills and ability to resolve disputes effectively
  • Outstanding presentation and public speaking skills
  • Outstanding independent decision making, analysis and problem-solving skills
  • Understand, interpret and act on financial information that contributes to business profitability
  • Ability to plan and manage complex and successful projects; understand available resources, develop timeline, budget and assign areas of responsibility
  • Lead teams to achieve company goals and solve complex business issues in creative and effective ways
  • Outstanding planning and organizational skills and techniques
  • Communicate effectively with senior management and key stakeholders
  • Strong negotiating skills and ability to effectively manage internal and external relationships
  • Ability to influence, build relationships, understand organizational complexities, manage conflict and navigate politics
  • Broad and wide range of professional and managerial skills with a full understanding of industry practices and company policies and procedures
  • Ability to lead and develop virtual teams
  • Outstanding in multiple technical and business skills

MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE: 

Typically 10 or more years of increasing responsibility and complexity in terms of any applicable professional experience; 3 or more years of management experience.

PREFERRED EDUCATION: 

Typically a Bachelor's Degree or global equivalent in related discipline. Master's degree or global equivalent a plus.

TRAVEL / PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Travel up to 50% to support regional teams within assigned geography, attend meetings, and engage with key clients and stakeholders. No special physical demands required.

  • The posted range for this position is $113,962-$178,067 which is the expected starting base salary range for an employee who is new to the role to fully proficient in the role. Many factors go into determining employee pay within the posted range including education, prior experience, training, current skills, certifications, location/labor market, internal equity, etc. At the time of this posting, this position is eligible for a bonus not reflected in the posted range subject to the achievement of the plan.

About Vets First Choice

Vets First Choice is a healthcare technology company that provides veterinary practices with a suite of online tools to manage their businesses. The company was founded in 2010 by Benjamin Shaw and David Shaw. Vets First Choice's platform allows veterinarians to manage their inventory, prescriptions, and client communications online. The company also offers a range of analytics and reporting tools to help practices optimize their operations. Vets First Choice's mission is to improve the quality of care for animals by providing veterinarians with the tools they need to succeed.
Learn more about Vets First Choice
Size
2,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
-$50 million
Founded
2010
5 Year Trend
+250%
Revenue
$500 million
NASDAQ

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