This position serves as the field team lead and provides functional direction to field staff and primary point of escalation for customer, vet or store partner issues. This position also serves as a driver of company vehicles to vaccination clinics and is responsible for overall performance and operational compliance of the day’s clinics.
Essential Job Functions The incumbent must be able to perform all of the following duties and responsibilities with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Provide functional direction and supervision to field team
Ability to effectively perform functions of all clinic team roles and provide coaching and functional direction to individuals in these roles where necessary. May be responsible for filling one or more of these roles at a time.
Safely operate company supplied vehicle to and from clinic locations and office, when assigned as driver
Ability to lift up to 40lbs
Effectively communicate with customers and business partners to manage difficult customer situations, including pet incidents (bites, reactions and emergency situations). Primary point of contact for Market Manager on clinic related issues.
Liaise and partner with leadership at clinic locations to determine optimal clinic location, crowd management practices, and manage any issues that arise during clinic.
Ensure all clinic processes are followed and necessary clinic paperwork is filled out accurately and completely.
Facilitate sales environment among team by leading targeted discussion topics during daily commute
Other Duties and Responsibilities
Ensure proper handling of all revenues for day including deposit to safe or bank
Assist customer in completion paperwork for a clear accurate medical record
Crowd management, clean up pet waste, effectively communicate and manage situations involving disruptive pets
Offer available discounts to win customers experiencing disruptive or unpleasant experience
Manage and assist loading and unloading equipment and supplies from company supplied vehicle in a safe manner.
Assist in training new partners according to training plan expectations.
Understand and communicate Vetco medical recommendation, booster schedule and products.
Effectively communicate with store management to build an atmosphere of cooperation and business success
At conclusion of clinic, present report card and site report to MOD. Obtain the gross sales receipt of clinic sales (clinic transaction model) or SKU movement report (customer transaction model) from the MOD.
Prior to departure, confirm the clinic area is clean and no trash, sharps, clinic equipment or supplies have been left on the floor or shelves.
Notify store well in advance if clinic team is running late
End of clinic and end of day reconciliation of all equipment and supplies
Escalate any clinic issues to Market Manager, Store Manager, and/or Vetco Customer Service for further resolution via Incident reporting process
Accountable for accurate completion of all paperwork - Ensure all paperwork and checklists are completed.
Ensure rig supplies and product bins are restocked at the end of day.
Participate in company and sponsor facilitated training related to products, services, policies and procedures.
Complete the Clinic Lead reports for each shift
Nature of Supervision
Position directly reports to the Market Manager.
Supervisory Responsibility
While field associates report directly to the Market Manager, this position provides work direction and functional leadership to rig employees while in clinic or transit.
Previous Experience:
Must be able to perform all clinic job roles. A qualified applicant will possess outstanding customer service skills, an aptitude for basic sales techniques and an interest in animals, as well as a professional appearance and demeanor. The applicant should have leadership qualities and/or experience. Incumbent must be able to operate company vehicles. Incumbent must possess ability to effectively communicate, provide functional direction and leadership to team and resolve difficult situations independently. As direct contact with animals is required, incumbent must be comfortable handling and restraining animals within company policy. Existing partners applying must be in good standing.
Work Environment:
The majority of job duties are conducted indoors. Passenger vehicle travel is required to commute to work locations. In some locations, overnight travel may be required. Because this position requires bending, kneeling, moving equipment (up to 40 pounds, as necessary) and standing for long periods of time, there may be risk of injury resulting from improper procedures.
Educational Background:
While a high school diploma or its equivalent (GED) is generally preferred, an applicant must be able to demonstrate basic math proficiency and above average communication skills.
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