Ruminant Nutritionist – Remote (UK-based) - Competitive salary

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists Ltd; Manchester; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural recruitment firm is seeking a Ruminant Nutritionist to provide technical nutrition expertise in a remote role. The ideal candidate will have a background in Animal Nutrition and experience in the ruminant feed industry. The position offers competitive salary and opportunities for career progression within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunity for career development

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience in the ruminant feed industry.
• Practical farm experience and good working knowledge of farming practices.
• Full, clean UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical nutrition expertise and support across the supply chain.
• Advise on nutritional properties and respond to enquiries.
• Contribute to business development through technical insights.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Commercial awareness

Organisational skills

Proactive and customer-focused

Education

Minimum BSc degree in Animal Nutrition or a related field

Job description

Ruminant Nutritionist

Remote (UK-based) - Competitive salary

The Job

Ruminant Nutritionist – Remote (UK-based). The successful candidate will provide technical nutrition expertise and support across the supply chain, from supplier to end-user. This includes maintaining knowledge of client rations, supporting product evaluations, managing moist blend formulations, advising on nutritional properties, and responding to customer and supplier enquiries. The role also involves contributing to business development through technical insight, supporting quality assurance and compliance, and representing the business at industry events.

The Company

A well established and innovative agricultural business specialising in feed solutions and nutrition. The organisation is committed to delivering value through technical expertise, product quality, and a strong focus on customer relationships, supporting both farming enterprises and the wider supply chain.

The Candidate

• Minimum BSc degree in Animal Nutrition or a related field
• At least 2 years’ experience in the ruminant feed industry
• Practical farm experience and good working knowledge of farming practices
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present at events and engage with stakeholders
• Commercial awareness with the ability to support business development initiatives
• Strong organisational, planning, and decision‑making skills
• Proactive, self‑motivated, and customer‑focused
• Full, clean UK driving licence

The Package

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience
• Remote role with travel as required
• Opportunity to work with an innovative and growing feed business
• Career development and progression within a supportive team environment

Please email your CV to Grace Hartwell, Senior Delivery Recruitment Consultant, [e-mail].