Thomas Weers
About Thomas Weers
Thomas Weers serves as the Country Manager for Germany and Austria at Dechra Pharmaceuticals PLC, bringing over three decades of experience in the pharmaceutical and agricultural sectors. He has held various leadership roles across multiple companies, demonstrating expertise in finance, sales, and strategic marketing.
Work at Dechra Pharmaceuticals
Thomas Weers has been serving as the Country Manager for Germany and Austria at Dechra Pharmaceuticals PLC since 2017. Based in Aulendorf, Germany, he leads a team of 120 professionals. Under his leadership, the organization has implemented structural changes aimed at establishing a foundation for aggressive growth in local markets. His role involves overseeing operations and driving strategic initiatives to enhance the company's presence in the region.
Previous Experience in the Pharmaceutical Industry
Before joining Dechra Pharmaceuticals, Thomas Weers held several significant positions in the pharmaceutical sector. He worked at Novartis as Division Head for Germany/Austria from 2009 to 2013 and as Head of Sales for the same regions from 2005 to 2008. Additionally, he served as Division Head in Canada for Novartis from 2013 to 2014. His experience at Elanco included roles as EMEA Poultry Marketing Strategy Leader and General Manager for Canada, contributing to his extensive knowledge in the industry.
Education and Expertise
Thomas Weers has a strong educational background in economics, having completed a dual educational program at Bayer AG, certified by the Cologne Chamber of Commerce. He also studied Negotiation Skills at Harvard Business School from 2006 to 2008. His finance background complements his leadership and sales expertise, providing a solid foundation for his career in management roles across various companies.
Background in Sales and Marketing
Throughout his career, Thomas Weers has held various sales and marketing positions. He was Sales Manager for Europe at Lohmann Breeders GmbH from 1992 to 1994 and later became Sales Director at Lohmann Indian River GmbH & Co KG from 1994 to 2000. His experience also includes serving as Head of Sales at WDT Wirtschaftsgenossenschaft deutscher Tierärzte eG from 2003 to 2005 and as Director of Business Development at Eurofins GeneScan Technologies GmbH from 2002 to 2003.
International Experience
Thomas Weers possesses extensive international experience, having worked across Europe, North America, Asia, and Latin America. His roles in various countries have equipped him with broad intercultural insights, which are beneficial in managing diverse teams and navigating global markets. This experience is particularly valuable in his current role, where understanding different market dynamics is essential for success.