Overview

We are recruiting an Animal Feed Technical Specialist

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee product formulations and specifications for the Animal Feed Mill & Agribusiness division
  • Implementation of best practice ensuring compliance with feed safety, traceability and quality control standards and regulations
  • Support our Farm Commercial Specialist and Agribusiness teams in providing the best technical expertise to our customer base
  • Provide on farm technical support to formulate diets that meet customers’ requirements/objectives
  • Spearhead the continuous training and technical development of our Farm Commercial Specialist team and Homeland Store teams through provision of regular training and support material
  • Drive Nutrias brand development through new product development and marketing strategies
  • Deliver relevant updates and technical content through social media, print media, website, in brochures and by attending farmer meetings/discussion groups
  • Identify and develop new business opportunities
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to host knowledge exchange events for customers
  • Monitor the evolution of farming developments, environmental and industry standards and make recommendations for change

Key Requirements:

  • Level 8 degree in Agricultural Science/Animal Science or other related discipline.
  • Previous experience in a similar role
  • Solid understanding of ruminant livestock systems
  • Genuine team player that proactively shares knowledge and experience to contribute to the development and success of the team
  • Have a strong commercial attitude, motivated by results and capable of working independently or as part of multiple teams to achieve results
  • Natural networking and collaboration, planning, prioritising, leadership and financial management skills
  • Highly motivated and energetic team player with a strong focus on organisational goals and customer service
  • Drive to ensure the continuous rapid growth of our Nutrias brand
  • Excellent IT skills – competent in the use of MS Office (Word, Excel, PPT etc.)

 

For more information Contact Leona at Arcon Recruitment

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