Cattle Nutritionist

Land O'Lakes, Inc.; Arden Hills (MN); Remote; USD 120,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Cattle Nutritionist to provide technical support and education to producers and sales teams. This remote position requires a PHD/DVM in species-specific nutrition and a passion for working in the field. The role involves leading nutritional initiatives, growing sales through consultative methods, and collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance product understanding. The ideal candidate will thrive in a team environment, demonstrate strong leadership skills, and possess excellent communication abilities. Join this dynamic team and make a significant impact in the field of cattle nutrition!

Qualifications

• PHD/DVM degree in nutrition required with 3+ years of experience.
• Strong leadership and effective communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical and nutritional support for producers and sales specialists.
• Grow sales through consultative approach and education.
• Conduct producer events promoting best practices in nutrition.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Leadership Skills

Customer Focused

Action Oriented

Time management skills

Education

PHD/DVM degree in species specific nutrition

Tools

Office applications (Power Point, Excel, Word)

Ration balancing software

Job description

As stated in the Land O'Lakes Job Posting policy, all employees who post for an internal opening must inform their current manager at the time they apply.

Our growth relies on our extraordinary talent. Unlock your greatest potential at Land O'Lakes by continuing to make a difference, driving results and growing your career.

Cattle Nutritionist

This position is remote (virtual) and can work from home but must be located within the state of Texas.

Travel up to 50% within a 3 state region.

Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for leading the technical or nutritional support throughout an assigned area.
2. Grow sales with specific end users and prospects through consultative approach and education.
3. Assist sales with overall technical leadership to the producers, Sales Specialists and co-ops/dealers in designated areas.
4. Work closely with Sales Professionals in providing education and solutions for producers.
5. Help dealers/co-op customers and prospects to mutually benefit by providing the right recommendations for nutrition and species management practices.
6. Be the lead in nutrition and specie education for the sales team and our dealer group.
7. Partner in the organization and conducting of producer events that promote best practice for nutrition and management; including proof field trials to demonstrate the profitability of the Purina product line.
8. Serve as a key liaison with the industry as a whole.
9. Communicate with the Purina technical team and research staff to lead innovative research and product development; both in the field and at the Purina Research Center in St. Louis, MO.
10. Maintain a high level of proficiency and competency in nutrition, production management, and selling skills through recommended training and verified by documented sales results.
11. Perform other duties and assume other responsibilities as assigned or requested.

Experience-Education-Skills (Required):

1. PHD/DVM degree in species specific nutrition.
2. 3+ years’ industry and/or university experience.
3. Enjoys and prefers working in the field with producers, sales specialists, and feed dealers.
4. Daily travel in an assigned geography.
5. Must be able to lift and carry 50 pound bags of feed as needed.
6. Enjoys working with people, competing as a team, and helping all win (Purina, producers, dealers).
7. Self-motivated with excellent time management skills who plans for growth and opportunity.
8. Effective communication skills in various settings.
9. Computer skills; including ration balancing and Office applications (Power Point, Excel, Word, etc.).
10. Strong Leadership Skills, Customer Focused, Action Oriented.

The salary range for this role is $120,880 - $181,320.

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