Roddy Webster
About Roddy Webster
Roddy Webster serves as the Country Manager for the UK and ROI at Dechra Pharmaceuticals PLC, a position he has held since 2020. He has an extensive background in veterinary medicine and marketing, with previous roles at Merial and VBM Associates.
Work at Dechra Pharmaceuticals
Roddy Webster has served as the Country Manager for the UK and ROI at Dechra Pharmaceuticals PLC since 2020. In this role, he oversees operations and strategic initiatives within the region, contributing to the company's objectives in the veterinary pharmaceutical sector. His experience in managing diverse teams and understanding market dynamics is pivotal to his responsibilities.
Education and Expertise
Roddy Webster holds a Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine from the University of Glasgow, where he studied from 1989 to 2004. He also earned a Diploma in Marketing from the Chartered Institute of Marketing, completing his studies in 2003. Additionally, he studied Cattle Fertility at the University of Liverpool, achieving a DBR from 1996 to 1998. His educational background combines veterinary science with marketing expertise.
Previous Experience in Animal Health
Before joining Dechra Pharmaceuticals, Roddy Webster accumulated extensive experience in the animal health industry. He worked at Merial in various roles, including Head of Pets Business UK & ROI and Veterinary Technical and Business Development Manager. His tenure at Merial spanned from 2000 to 2017, during which he held several leadership positions that focused on both retail and veterinary channels.
Career at VBM Associates
Roddy Webster worked as a Senior Animal Health Consultant at VBM Associates from 2017 to 2019. In this position, he provided expert advice and insights into animal health, leveraging his extensive background in veterinary medicine and business development to support clients in the industry.