Vice President, Strategy - Mars Veterinary Health NA Job Listing at Banfield Pet Hospital in Vancouver, WA (Job ID R-222022)

Description

As part of the Mars Petcare family of businesses, Mars Veterinary Health is a global network of veterinary practices made possible by 75,000 Associates who care for millions of pets across nearly 3,000 clinics in more than 20 countries each year. We are committed to leveraging our reach to make a long-term positive impact on people, pets, and the planet and know our Purpose – A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS – starts with the people who care for them. We strive to offer unparalleled veterinary care for pets by first and foremost enabling and empowering our Associates to do what they love, whether in primary, specialty, and emergency care or management and leadership. 

Why This Role Matters: 

The Vice President, Strategy MVH NA is a critical thought partner to shape the future of the Mars Veterinary Health strategy and roadmap. Working closely with Global Leadership team members, NA Banner Presidents, and the Global VP, MVH Strategy &Transformation, this role provides critical external intelligence, strategic thought partnership, and strategy development for the MVH North American region. This leader will play a critical role in working with the internal and external stakeholders such as the Petcare strategy team, external consultants to ensure engagement in key strategy development activities.

Additionally, the ideal candidate will have exceptional collaboration and communication skills to navigate between strategy development and strategic activation & measurement within the Strategy team. The ideal candidate will be able to work effectively and influence matrixed and cross-functional teams as well as critically assess interdependencies across multiple programs/initiatives, while adapting the strategy to the evolving competitive environment.

You Will:  

Strategy Development & Planning

• Lead NA strategy development and strategic planning processes (IVCP, AEP) for MVH, supported by data and insights from both internal and external sources.

• Collaborate with the MVH Global Leadership Team and specifically the NA Banner Presidents to set and drive organizational vision, operational strategy, and key initiatives. This role will support overall strategy development and priority strategy deep dives across NA banners in partnership with banner Presidents.

• Partner with key stakeholders (e.g., Business Development, Banner Presidents, Chief Client Officer, etc.) on inorganic strategies / stage papers and new innovation models.

• Act as a sounding board for the MVH VP Strategy & Transformation in decision-making, offering critical insights and recommendations and as a collaborative cross-regional partner for the MVHE MVH VP Strategy.

Market & Competitive intelligence:

• Lead competitive intelligence and conduct deep-dive analyses into industry trends and competitive dynamics across the industry and within comparable health systems; provide coverage of earnings releases and competitive developments

• Partner with the Global Petcare Strategy team on market / category forecasts and key drivers to inform strategic planning processes

Strategic deep dives & insights:

• Lead deep dive analysis across high priority strategic questions to inform key decisions, partnering with cross- functional teams and leadership

Special projects:

• Support Global MVH VP Strategy & Transformation and MVH Global Leadership team on special Strategy projects (e.g., evaluation of Petcare ecosystem opportunities, MVP/pilot opportunities) and provide analytical and strategic development support where required

MVH Global Leadership Team Support:

• Support preparation of senior leadership team presentations and workshops

• Coordinate key leadership meetings & events in partnership with Corporate Affairs teams (e.g., Hub meetings, workshops, Leaders Summits, etc.), set agendas, track follow-ups, and ensure meeting time is used effectively

• Prepare reports, briefings, presentations, and other materials for executive-level meetings, Board presentations, and external engagements

Your Experience Should Include:  

• Bachelor's degree in finance, business, management, or a related field is required. An MBA or advanced degree is preferred.

• 8-10 years of relevant work experience required, ideally in strategy, consulting, or Chief of Staff / leadership role. Previous experience working closely with C-level and/or global executives is preferred.

• Experience with healthcare and scientific sectors preferred.

• Problem Solving – can look to a broad range of solutions and doesn't stop at the first answer

• Business Acumen – broad understanding of different areas of the business, key drivers and performance metrics

• Dealing with Ambiguity – comfort with diving into ambiguous business questions to understand key issues and structure analytical path

• Strategic Agility – forward-thinking in anticipating future consequences and trends

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• A proactive self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

• A strategic thinker who can anticipate the needs of the organization.

• A highly organized individual with exceptional attention to detail.

• Communication – Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly and effectively to various stakeholders

• Leadership Skills – Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive initiatives

• Interpersonal Skills – Strong emotional intelligence and relationship-building capabilities, with the ability to influence and collaborate with senior leadership.

• Analytical Skills: Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze complex data, identify trends, and develop actionable recommendations.

Does this sound like you?  Apply today to be considered and join us to advance our mission to create A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS. 

What We Offer You:  

• Competitive salary with paid time off & holidays so you can spend time with the people you love. 

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your loved ones.

• Fertility and family-building assistance. 

• Paid Parental leave. 

• Practice Paid Basic Life Insurance. 

• Practice Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability. 

• Automatic enrollment 401(k) Savings Plan after 60 days of employment with generous company match. 

• Commuter Benefits. 

• Legal Plan. 

• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account.  

• Mental health support and resources. 

• Paid Volunteering. 

• Continuing Education allowance & MED hours for eligible positions. 

• Variety of discounts including Mars, PetSmart, Royal Canin, fitness, cellular and so much more. 

• Student Debt Relief (for full-time DVMs).

Salary: $241,500- $377,344 ​

WE ARE A DRUG-FREE, SMOKE-FREE, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. 

Mars Veterinary Health (MVH)® strongly supports and values the uniqueness of all individuals and promotes a work environment where diversity is embraced. MVH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. MVH complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every MVH location.