Associate, Petcare Marketing Operations- Pain and Internal Medicine (IM)

Role Description The Associate, Petcare Marketing Operations, is a key contributor within the U.S. Petcare Marketing team, responsible for executing marketing operations and campaign coordination to support Petcare Pain and Internal Medicine (IM). This role plays a critical part in ensuring smooth operational execution by managing budget tracking, purchase orders, invoicing, and the Copy Review Clearance (CRC) process. The Associate supports marketing initiatives by maintaining marketing material assets, tracking project plans, and collaborating with internal teams and external partners. This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple operational tasks efficiently to help meet revenue and business goals. Key Skills and Competencies The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Execution Excellence: Strong ability to manage operational tasks accurately and on time.
• Organizational Skills: Highly organized with proven ability to prioritize and track multiple projects simultaneously.
• Communication: Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Team Collaboration: Ability to work well within matrix teams and with cross-functional partners.
• Budget Management: Experience supporting budget tracking, purchase orders, and invoicing processes.
• Analytical Thinking: Ability to identify operational issues and support problem-solving.
• Technical Proficiency: Comfortable using Microsoft Office, SAP Concur, SAP Ariba, Veeva Vault, and other digital tools.
• Adaptability: Able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous in managing approvals, documentation, and compliance with internal processes.

Responsibilities

As the Associate, Petcare Marketing Operations, you will:

• Execute operational projects that support the team’s performance, including budget tracking, marketing initiative execution, and managing key business priorities.
• Manage purchase orders, billing, trade association payments, and coordinate budget accruals with Finance.
• Serve as the primary coordinator for the Copy Review Clearance (CRC) process for the pain and Internal Medicine portfolios, supporting marketing material approvals from initial briefs through final clearance.
• Assist Marketing Leadership in managing day-to-day relationships with partner agencies and internal/external suppliers.
• Maintain and track marketing material assets and project plans to ensure timely delivery.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as Sales, Technical Services, Legal/Regulatory, Finance, and external agencies to facilitate smooth operations.
• Provide timely and accurate reporting related to operational activities and budget status.
• Proactively identify opportunities to improve operational workflows and support process enhancements.
• Support aligned MarCom Manager as needed.

Desired Perceptions Upon establishing themselves in the role, the Associate will be recognized as someone who:

• Consistently delivers accurate and timely execution of operational tasks.
• Is highly organized, detail-oriented, and reliable.
• Communicates clearly and collaborates effectively across teams.
• Demonstrates a strong work ethic and commitment to supporting business goals.
• Is proactive in identifying and resolving operational challenges.
• Maintains accountability and transparency in all activities.
• Supports the team with a positive, can-do attitude.
• Embodies Zoetis’s core values.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

Professional Experience

• 5+ years of relevant experience in marketing operations, project coordination, or related roles.
• Experience supporting marketing communication materials, campaign execution, project management, and budget/invoicing tasks.
• Familiarity with operational tools such as SAP Concur, SAP Ariba, Veeva Vault, and Microsoft Office suite.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high quality and accuracy.
• Experience working in matrix teams and collaborating across functions.

Physical Position Requirements

• Ability to travel up to 5% of the time.
• Attendance at internal off-site meetings (e.g., National Sales Meetings, off-sites), agency meetings, market research functions, etc.
• Usual work location is in an office or remote office environment.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $80,000-$115,000. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the base pay target range for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. This position is also eligible for short-term incentive compensation. In addition to compensation, Zoetis offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports the physical, emotional and financial wellbeing of our colleagues and their families including healthcare and insurance benefits beginning on day one, a 401K plan with a match and profit-sharing contribution from Zoetis, and 4 weeks of vacation. Visit zoetisbenefits.com to learn more. Full time Regular Colleague Any unsolicited resumes sent to Zoetis from a third party, such as an Agency recruiter, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Zoetis mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Zoetis employees, or to Zoetis resume database will be considered Zoetis property. Zoetis will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Zoetis will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. This includes any Agency that is an approved/engaged vendor but does not have the appropriate approvals to be engaged on a search. Zoetis is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status or any other protected classification. Disabled individuals are given an equal opportunity to use our online application system. We offer reasonable accommodations as an alternative if requested by an individual with a disability. Please contact Zoetis Colleague Services at [email protected] to request an accommodation. Zoetis also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act. All applicants must possess or obtain authorization to work in the US for Zoetis. Zoetis retains sole and exclusive discretion to pursue sponsorship for the acquisition or maintenance of nonimmigrant status and employment eligibility, considering factors such as availability of qualified US workers. Individuals requiring sponsorship must disclose this fact. Please note that Zoetis seeks information related to job applications from candidates for jobs in the U.S. solely via the following: (1) our company website at www.Zoetis.com/careers site, or (2) via email to/from addresses using only the Zoetis domain of “@zoetis.com”. In addition, Zoetis does not use Google Hangout for any recruitment related activities. Any solicitation or request for information related to job applications with Zoetis via any other means and/or utilizing email addresses with any other domain should be disregarded. In addition, Zoetis will never ask candidates to make any type of personal financial investment related to gaining employment with Zoetis.