Peta Schiessel

In late January 2023 I started the exciting role of Territory Manager at Gribbles Veterinary Pathology. Although based in Auckland, I have been servicing the Auckland, Northland, Taranaki and Manawatu areas. During my time here I further developed many excellent relationships in the veterinary industry. Unfortunately due to restructuring, this role was made redundant.

Interchangeable skills & strengths:

• Data Analysis
• Strong Presentation Skills
• Creating Quality Management Procedures.
• Problem solving

In August 2021 I took on the new challenge of Customer Development Executive for the Royal Canin Farm Team. I have immensely enjoyed developing strong relationships with my customers and helping them build their sales of our products throughout the Upper North Island. Unfortunately the Rural business has gone through some reorganisation and my contract came to an end. I had the option of returning to my previous role as a Pet Nutrition Advisor however i have found a real passion for being in a sales role which I would like to continue.

Interchangeable skills & strengths:

• Proficient in CRM
• Data driven to meet and exceed business objectives and KPIs
• Planning
• Customer Focus

In July 2017 I started at Royal Canin as a Pet Nutriton Advisor. Initially working solely on the Eukanuba brand, then moving to work on both Eukanuba and Royal Canin. During my time in this role I have taken pride in providing expert pet nutrition Knowledge to consumers and veterinarians in a high volume work environment. I have a special interest in QMP having completed the Internal Auditor training and a post-graduate course in Quality improvement supporting my involvement in local QMP process leadership.

Interchangeable skills and strengths:

• Expert Nutritional knowledge for Eukanuba and Royal Canin
• Handling disgruntled and emotional clients
• Multitasking, prioritisation and time management
• Providing training, education and organising external events

In early 2016, I accepted the challenge to set-up and manage the running of a new vet clinic. This role involved establishing and maintaining a new customer base, help design and manage the fitout of the building and establish all operational systems from marketing to inventory.

Interchangeable skills & strengths:

• Clear communication
• Recruitment
• Organisation and planning
• Marketing and collaboration
• Complex problem solving
• All veterinary nurse duties.

Since 2006 I have provided professional equine hoof trimming services for horses, ponies and donkeys.

I have a special interest in laminitis affected animals and have had great success working with vets and owners together in this area.

I regularly attend workshops and seminars on the subject and stay current with the latest research and studies.

I’m passionate about providing informed nutritional and lifestyle advice to owners that will benefit their horses.

This work has allowed me to form many long term relationships with those in the horse and vet industry through this line of work.

Interchangeable skills & strengths:

• Self employment skills
• Accurate accounting and taxes Marketing
• Time management
• Client relationships.

During and after completing the certificate of vet nursing I worked as a veterinary nurse. This involved all aspects of vet nursing and breeds of animals including both domestic and agricultural. I was the face of the business greeting clients and being the first point of contact.

The role also included staff training and continued professional development. It is extremely rewarding work and gained skills in across all aspects of vet nursing, including; diagnosis, anesthesia, surgery, post op, emergency, drug administration, x-ray, dentistry, and birthing to name a few.

Interchangeable skills & strengths:

• Attention to detail
• Technical medical and anatomical knowledge
• Record keeping
• Administration.