Technical Dairy Manager

Job Description:

Join Our Purpose - Feeding the Future  

Nutreco is a member of the SHV family, and we are committed to 'Feeding the Future' through sustainable and innovative practices. Nutreco has two business lines: Skretting is a leading global provider of innovative aquafeed solutions, revolutionizing aquaculture for a sustainable future. Trouw Nutrition specializes in animal nutrition and is committed to advancing livestock health and productivity through cutting-edge solutions. 

Selko is the feed additive brand of Nutreco. We provide specialty feed additives to optimise animal performance and customer value. Our solutions are backed by sound science, our team is committed to helping customers win, and products are manufactured to meet the highest quality standards! 

About The Role: We are looking for a customer-focused technical manager with a strong network and high level of knowledge of the US Dairy industry to be part of a dynamic commercial team that offers expertise and value to our customers. The main purpose of this role is to provide technical support to marketing and sales colleagues for the Selko USA portfolio, maintain strong professional relationships with key decision-makers, influencers and consultants in the US Dairy industry.

Responsibilities: 

• Provide technical Dairy expertise to internal teams and Selko’s customer portfolio
• Build strong, positive professional relationships with key industry leaders
• Lead research and innovation projects developed in academic institutions, contract research organizations (CRO’s), and commercial dairies
• Represent Selko at technical and scientific events

Skills and Expertise  

Qualifications: 

• PhD Required: PhD degree in dairy nutrition
• Minimum of 4 years of industry experience
• Field experience with a high level of understanding of dairy farming, animal husbandry and management practices, and nutritional formulation and guidelines
• Proven track record of successfully recommending solutions to dairy farmers and consultant groups to support business growth 

Skills and Competencies

• Ability to prepare and deliver technical presentations
• Ability to build and maintain strategic professional relationships
• Strong organization and time management skills
• Ability to build collaborative relationships
• Strong business acumen
• Strong commitment to customer success
• Experience using ration formulation programs
• Strong PC skills, including MS Suite

Expectation from the Role: 

• Remote in the US Midwest or Eastern region with ability for frequent travel (>50%) to meet with customers, interact with decision-makers and industry influencers, attend technical and scientific events, internal and external meetings 

Why you Will Love Working with Us 

Global Benefits:  

• Be part of our sustainable mission with opportunities to grow within Nutreco, Skretting, Trouw Nutrition and the broader SHV group  

• Embrace our culture of diversity and inclusion, where we respect and value everyone  

• Annual bonus   

Local Benefits:   

• Competitive health benefits – Medical/Dental/Vision/HSA/FSA  

• Disability and Life insurance  

• 401k/IRA - Matching Programs 

• Paid Parental Leave and Tuition Reimbursement  

• 10 Paid Vacation Days to start vacation and then 40 hours PTO and 2 Floating days
• Annual bonus or Sales bonus programs based on performance 

Next Steps:  

We value a seamless candidate experience and will review your application within five (5) business days.  

We appreciate your interest in joining our mission to innovate and sustainably shape the future of food production. Thank you for choosing a career with us and sharing your ambition to “Feed the Future!”  

Final candidates who are being considered for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check.  

Please note that candidates applying for USA job openings must be independently authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship.   

We are committed to employment equity and encourage applications from qualified individuals, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities.  

Our corporate values FEED your career: Passion | Inclusivity | Integrity | Trust | Curiosity.  These values are engrained into our core and shape everything we do.  

#SPSEL 

Our organisation:

Trouw Nutrition is the global leader in innovative feed specialties, premixes and nutritional services for the animal nutrition industry. Trouw Nutrition provides species-specific nutritional solutions consisting of feed concepts, products and nutritional know-how. The unique combination of products, models and services Trouw Nutrition offers, boosts productivity and supports animal health through all life stages, contributing to our customers' peace of mind. Trouw Nutrition's nutrition solutions have met the need of farmers and home-mixers, feed producers, integrators and distributors. Trouw Nutrition has locations in 25 countries and around 5000 employees.  Our mission is Feeding the Future.

Equal Opportunity Employer: 

Trouw Nutrition is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all roles without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital, parental, military status or any other status protected by applicable local law. Please advise us at any point during the recruitment and selection process if you require accommodation. Trouw Nutrition is committed to compliance with all applicable legislation, including providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities.