Territory Manager - Contract - North of Montreal Region (176319)
Requisition ID 176319-Posted 10/02/2026- Customer Development/Sales - Canada - Quebec - Montreal - Hill's Pet Nutrition - Travel - 25% of time - Remote
No Relocation Assistance Offered
Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Contract- Maternity Leave replacement - 12 months
The Hill’s Territory Manager (TM) is responsible for managing an account base of veterinary clinics. You'll focus on building net sales, product mix, market share and Hill’s product endorsement within those clinics. Ensure Hill’s is the strategic partner of choice in the assigned clinics and gain professional and business support to grow sales.
Develop and maintain high standards of knowledge in small animal nutrition, Hill’s and competitors’ products through company training and self-study

Achieve territory sales targets
Plan and execute call value (coverage, frequency, productivity) for the territory, based on account classification and required activities
Review the potential of accounts within the territory (every year)
Promptly identify new accounts and secure a robust presence and endorsement for Hill’s brands
Leverage all Company available tools to drive execution ( Product POS, Detailing material, Staff Feeding, VIP Market, Sampling, Trial, Product Distribution drive, etc.)
Develop deep knowledge of the customers’ business and organization; build a network with key decision makers / key influencers in the vet practice in the assigned territory




Provide best in class professional support (detailing, in-clinic/store seminars, technical training, merchandising), reaching all key stakeholders in specified practices
Identify opportunities in the assigned customer base and develop technical and business propositions that meet the needs of both Hill’s and the customer, resulting in BRMO leadership and superior execution in clinics and stores
Implement commercial activities to ensure:
Establishment of shelf space and adequate inventory within each clinic
Develop and implement annual joint business/action plans for key veterinary clinics which achieve both the needs of customers and Hill’s overall commercial objectives
Monitor achievement of territory objectives vs target & develops strategies to address changes in the business environment as appropriate
Trade shows, Local and National meetings, Client Meetings, Clinic Special events
Keep abreast of trends and of competitive activity in both the veterinary profession and and share this information with the Head Office in the appropriate forums
Bachelor’s Degree with previous sales experience OR 2 year Associate Degree with Registered Veterinary Tech credentials (DVM preferred)
S. in biology, chemistry, health-related, nutrition,



animal science or Business Administration or a relevant field
Minimum 2 year sales experience in veterinary industry, pharmaceutical company or nutrition company
Licensed DVM (Veterinary Medicine) or RVT (Animal Health Technician/Technologist) with practice experience, industry experience OR veterinary teaching experience
French and English fluency
Excellent skills in time management, planning and managing budgets
Proficient computer skills in the Google Suite and ability to learn company specific tools & programs
Ability to work in a flexible environment with demanding schedules
Ability to work flexible hours
Great employee, domestic partner, and family benefits that start the first day of employment
Retirement Savings & Investment Plan with company contributions and matching
World-class training and development opportunities
Salary Range $77,400.00 - $100,485.00 CAD per year
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to experience, education, skills and work or office location. Hill’s Pet Nutrition Canada Inc. offers a performance based bonus and competitive benefits package.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.
Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities.

📌 Territory Sales Manager - Contract (Montreal)
🏢 Colgate-Palmolive
📍 Montreal