Job Summary:

Our Business Development Specialists are tasked with identifying, qualifying, and building meaningful relationships with potential acquisition target hospitals for Blue River.  Candidate will be responsible for initiating 150+ unique outbound communications per week (cold calling, emailing, social media, etc.) to potential targets within the assigned territory, with the secondary objective of 100+ unique in person meetings per year with selling owners.  Candidate must be willing to travel extensively within their region and to several national veterinary conferences with an average of 2-3 trips per month expected. Candidate must be a motivated self-starter capable of utilizing existing leads as well as procuring new business leads. This position is remote (unless candidate is located in or near the corporate office in Chicago, IL).

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain meaningful relationships with practice owners in assigned region
• Advocate for Blue River PetCare as the most user-friendly acquisition company in the veterinary market
• Regularly update Salesforce with notes and logs of lead activity
• Obtain practice financial performance data and act as liaison during the business evaluation process
• Directly involved in the signing and acquisition of target hospitals with yearly goals set by management

Desired Skills & Experience:

• 5+ years industry experience required, preferred DVM or industry sales rep
• Must be disciplined, ability to initiate outbound calls, emails, etc.
• Must be willing to travel by any means required (auto, air, train, etc.)
• Salesforce experience desired
• Ability to read and understand business financials (Tax returns, profit and loss statements) desired
• Strong phone etiquette and relationship building skills
• Must be highly motivated self-starter
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects in a timely manner is essential

Physical Requirements:

• Remain in a seated position at least 75% of the time
• Ability to navigate around the office to access file cabinets, supplies, office machinery, etc.
• Ability to communicate with others via in-person verbal communication, as well as frequent emails and phone calls. Must be able to exchange clear, accurate information in these situations
• Ability to utilize a computer, keyboard and mouse when working
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30lbs
• Must be able to travel domestically via plane and motor vehicle as needed

Diversity is embraced at Blue River PetCare and the uniqueness of all individuals is supported. All qualified applicants will be considered for all positions regardless of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or ancestry.

Job Summary:

The Marketing Intern is responsible for providing basic marketing support for corporate and field-level marketing initiatives, with a primary focus on content creation, social media, and email marketing. This role requires a basic knowledge of best practices in social media and graphic design, as well as the ability to write compelling copy for a variety of audiences.

During the internship, the Marketing Intern will work alongside the broader Marketing team, gaining exposure to a wide variety of marketing tactics and participating in cross-departmental meetings and projects. Additionally, the Marketing Intern will be invited to participate in company-wide events, such as the Blue River PetCare Annual Conference, philanthropic activities, and community events.

Position Details:

• Part-time, seasonal, non-exempt position

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide digital marketing support for various corporate and field marketing projects as needed, including but not limited to the development and creation of marketing materials, copywriting, social media assistance, email campaign assistance, and administrative support
• Collaborate with Marketing team members and other corporate teams to execute marketing initiatives
• Assist in gathering and creating content for use within the company intranet and employee newsletter
• Assist in collecting, organizing, and analyzing marketing research/data
• Create social media and email graphics for hospitals
• Create digital and print materials for various corporate projects and initiatives
• Assist with hospital brand development and creation of branded materials
• Assist in creation of email templates
• Audit and update hospital websites and client communication accounts
• Provide administrative support for various corporate and field-level projects and initiatives
• Attend Marketing and cross-departmental meetings
• Assist with company events, as needed

Desired Skills & Experience:

• Currently enrolled in a two or four-year college program, working towards a degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field
• Successful completion of introductory courses in marketing, communications, business, or equivalent
• Working knowledge of basic marketing concepts and tools
• Graphic design skills, with experience working with Adobe Creative Cloud and Canva
• Familiarity with major social media platforms (LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Advanced writing skills, including composition, grammar, and spelling
• Highly professional, with strong work ethic and self-direction
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Comfortable with multitasking in a deadline-driven environment

Physical Requirements:

• Remain in a seated position at least 75% of the time
• Ability to navigate around the office to access file cabinets, supplies, office machinery, etc
• Ability to communicate with others via in-person verbal communication, as well as frequent emails and phone calls. Must be able to exchange clear, accurate information in these situations.
• Ability to utilize a computer, keyboard and mouse when working
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30lbs

Supervision:

• None

Work Location:

• Chicago, IL

Diversity is embraced at Blue River PetCare and the uniqueness of all individuals is supported. All qualified applicants will be considered for all positions regardless of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or ancestry.

Job Summary:

The Campus Recruiting Specialist is responsible for executing our veterinary student-focused talent acquisition initiatives.  This includes supporting our newly created student programming (campus ambassador & externship placement), as well as all future recruiting strategies.  In addition, the Campus Recruiting Specialist will assist in providing best-in-class candidate experience to prospective hires.  Additional responsibilities consist of promoting the Blue River PetCare brand, attending veterinary school career fairs & adjacent events, and maintaining relationships with internal and external business partners.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Participates in all aspects of the company’s campus initiatives including:
  • Developing and fostering partnerships with university contacts and student organizations
  • Serving as a point-of-contact for campus ambassadors and veterinary externs
  • Collaborating with internal departments to successfully coordinate adjacent networking opportunities
  • Researching and registering for veterinary school events requiring company participation
• Represents Blue River PetCare as a brand ambassador (virtually and in-person) at career fairs and related events
• Identifies and attracts high-quality candidates for student programs and post-graduation employment opportunities
• Monitors market and industry trends to ensure proactive recruitment efforts
• Maintains appropriate records, candidate database, and communication history
• Other duties as assigned

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency using the Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Powerpoint, Excel)
• Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), Salesforce experience a plus

Desired Skills & Experience:

• Previous experience in campus or university corporate recruiting
• Exemplary communication and presentation skills
• Demonstrated ability to work in fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Ability to travel up to 50% in peak season, based on company-need

Education Requirements:

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

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 90% of the time
• Frequent keyboarding and communicating via call and text
• May occasionally move equipment and supplies up to 20 pounds

Supervision:

• This is a non-supervisory role.

Work Location:

• This position is based out one of the following states: AZ, CA, ID, MT, UT, WA, WY and can be performed in a remote manner.

Diversity is embraced at Blue River PetCare and the uniqueness of all individuals is supported. All qualified applicants will be considered for all positions regardless of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or ancestry.

Job Summary:

The Payroll Specialist will assist in the preparation and processing of our bi-weekly payroll cycle for our veterinary clinics and hospitals. This position will work closely with our Payroll Manager and Senior Payroll Specialist to ensure all payroll cycles are processed efficiently. This position will also assist in the oversight and upkeep of our payroll tax accounts. Our work environment is fast-paced and collaborative; it requires someone who can roll up their sleeves and act as a team player. This is a terrific opportunity to gain experience in both payroll implementation and mergers/acquisitions, while also learning a developing industry within a rapidly expanding organization.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist in processing of bi-weekly payroll
• Have a knowledge of (and keep current with) the taxation of salaries, benefits, and other factors
• Maintain and document all payroll records
• Reconcile payroll journal entries
• Process and monitor garnishment orders and other issues that impact payroll specifications
• Respond to payroll inquiries from our Practice Managers in a friendly and expedient manner
• Research and document tax notices/issues alongside Payroll Manager and Paycom Tax Team
• Assist in the onboarding and training of newly acquired veterinary practices
• Assist in monthly/quarterly payroll reporting, audits, and true-ups
• Other duties and projects as assigned

Desired Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Minimum 2 years of experience with multi-entity payroll processing; 3 years preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent mathematical skills
• Strong knowledge in Microsoft Excel required
• Ability to be flexible and agile in a rapidly growing company
• Ability to meet deadlines with little supervision
• Strong time management and organizational skills are essential
• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently
• Detail-oriented

Diversity is embraced at Blue River PetCare and the uniqueness of all individuals is supported. All qualified applicants will be considered for all positions regardless of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or ancestry.