Commercial Executive

Commercial Executive

Location: Düsseldorf, Germany

About Us

VetPlus is the global leader in veterinary nutraceuticals, supplying innovative products to veterinary professionals and pet owners in more than 50 countries worldwide.

As part of a growing international organisation, we work closely with our subsidiaries and distributor partners to deliver commercial success, support veterinary practices and strengthen our position as a market leader.

The Role

We are looking for a commercially minded and highly organised Commercial Executive to support the delivery of VetPlus' commercial strategy within a subsidiary market.

Acting as the local representative of the Commercial Director, you will play a key role in implementing commercial initiatives, supporting sales teams, analysing market data and ensuring commercial programmes are successfully executed at a local level.

This is an excellent opportunity for an analytical graduate or early-career professional looking to develop a long-term career in commercial management, marketing or business operations within a global organisation.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial Planning & Delivery

• Support the implementation of the Annual Business Plan within the local market.

• Monitor progress against agreed objectives and provide regular performance updates.

• Identify risks, opportunities and areas for improvement.

• Work closely with local stakeholders to ensure commercial priorities are delivered on time.

Partnership Programme Management

• Administer the VetPlus Partnership Programme within your local market.

• Maintain accurate records and monitor programme performance.

• Gather customer and sales team feedback to support programme development.

• Provide regular reporting and market insight to Head Office.

Competitor Analysis & Market Intelligence

• Maintain and update competitor analysis for key products and markets.

• Monitor competitor activity, pricing, positioning and promotional campaigns.

• Collect market intelligence and provide insights to support commercial decision-making.

• Identify emerging opportunities and potential threats within the marketplace.

Commercial Training Support

• Coordinate local participation in commercial training initiatives.

• Identify training needs and provide feedback to central teams.

• Support the use of approved sales enablement tools and commercial resources.

• Share customer feedback and market insights to enhance training effectiveness.

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Act as a key point of contact for commercial data within the subsidiary.

• Produce regular sales and performance reports.

• Analyse customer, market and sales data to identify trends and opportunities.

• Present clear, actionable recommendations to support business growth.

New Product Launches

• Support new product development and launch activities by providing local market insights.

• Assist with competitor benchmarking and opportunity assessments.

• Coordinate local requirements for product launches.

• Gather and report post-launch feedback.

Commercial Campaigns & Market Activation

• Support the implementation of centrally developed commercial campaigns.

• Monitor campaign effectiveness, lead generation and customer engagement.

• Provide regular market feedback to improve future campaigns and activity.

• Work closely with sales, marketing and technical teams to maximise results.

Customer Engagement Programmes

• Manage the administration of customer loyalty programmes.

• Ensure accurate record keeping and fulfilment processes.

• Support customer communications and engagement activities.

• Maintain customer data in line with company policies and data protection requirements.

Events & Educational Programmes

• Coordinate and support local Lunch and Learn events and educational initiatives.

• Ensure attendee records and event administration are completed accurately.

• Manage certification processes where required.

• Provide post-event feedback and reporting.

What We're Looking For

Essential Skills & Experience

• Degree-level education, ideally in Business, Economics, Marketing, Commercial Management or a related field.

• Strong analytical and numerical skills.

• Confidence interpreting sales, customer and market data.

• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to speak and write fluent English and local language.

• Commercial awareness and an interest in business performance and strategy.

Ideal Experience

• Experience in a commercial, sales support, marketing, business operations or analytical role.

• Experience producing reports and analysing business performance data.

• Knowledge of customer engagement, campaign delivery or market research would be advantageous.

Personal Attributes

We're looking for someone who is:

• Self-motivated and proactive.

• Organised and detail oriented.

• Commercially curious and eager to learn.

• Energetic, driven and results focused.

• Comfortable working with both local and international stakeholders.

• A collaborative team player.

Why Join VetPlus?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a global market leader and build a successful commercial career within an international organisation. You'll gain exposure to a wide range of commercial activities, work alongside experienced business leaders and play an important role in driving performance within your local market.

Whether you're an ambitious graduate or an experienced commercial professional looking for your next challenge, VetPlus can offer excellent development opportunities and the chance to make a real impact.

Apply today and start your commercial career with VetPlus.