About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Ruminant Business Manager to join our team. This is a key role within our organisation, responsible for maintaining and developing sales with a list of key customers.
The successful candidate will act as the primary link between us and our farmers, accountable for day-to-day relationships with a portfolio of farmers. They will be responsible for providing solutions to meet farmer needs, including direct sales of products, referral to retail or eCommerce channels, technical support, and communication of new schemes and services.
This role involves account management activities for each farmer in their portfolio. Key responsibilities include engaging with farmers to understand their past, present, and future feed, fertiliser, veterinary, dairy hygiene, or other farm input needs.
* Respond to requests for technical advice and seek specialist input from our Technical Development team as required.
* Proactively identify opportunities to improve farm profitability, sustainability, or milk quality.
* Communicate results of forage and soil analysis (including nutrient management plans) to farmers.
The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of the technical elements across all categories of Animal Health, a strong working knowledge of IT systems including Microsoft and SAP, and experience in the agricultural industry with strong local market knowledge.
Bachelor of Agriculture Science or higher is an advantage but not essential. We are looking for someone who is resilient in a competitive market and has a proven ability to execute against commercial plans and targets.
Requirements
To succeed in this role, you will need:
* A Bachelor of Agriculture Science or equivalent qualification.
* Strong knowledge of the technical elements across all categories of Animal Health.
* Strong working knowledge of IT systems including Microsoft and SAP.
* Experience in the agricultural industry with strong local market knowledge.
* A proven ability to execute against commercial plans and targets.
About Us
We are a leading food and nutrition co-operative with a diverse portfolio of quality ingredients and leading consumer brands. Our mission is to nourish the world while safeguarding our environment for future generations.
We believe in the value of difference and welcome people from all walks of life without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, or disability status.