Formulation Specialist

J.D. Heiskell & co.; Amarillo, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

J.D. Heiskell & co. in Amarillo, TX seeks a Formulation Specialist to maintain product formulations, feed tags, and historical data for the Southwest region.

You will coordinate with sales, nutritionist, pricing, operations, and purchasing to manage formulations, costs, and inventory while upholding safety policies and data integrity.

Strong communication, attention to detail, and computer skills are essential; a bachelor’s degree in Animal Science or related field is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science or related field preferred.
• Strong attention to detail required.
• Strong computer skills required.
• Strong customer service commitment required.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Closely coordinate with sales, outside nutritionist, and the Pricing Manager to manage local formulations for the SWCO region.
• Manage and maintain contract ingredient specifications and pricing.
• Updates ingredient costs.
• Determine cost of formulas.
• Coordinate with operations personnel on formulation changes.
• Assist in administrative duties and cross training with other mixed-feed administration personnel.
• Coordinate with purchasing group to monitor expected usage changes.
• Coordinate with the Pricing Manager in implementing monthly formula and ingredient pricing, margin management, and inventory control.
• Build and maintain relationships with outside nutritionists.
• Coordinate with operations and purchasing teams as part of inventory management planning.
• Comply with the company’s Environmental, Health, and Safety policies as listed in the Employee Handbook.
• Drive a culture of safety, accountability, opportunistic curiosity and contribute to creating an environment where people want to work.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem solving

Customer service

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science or related field

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Description

Company Overview:

At JDH and each of our subsidiaries, we know that agriculture is about more than moving commodities—it’s about connecting people and building relationships that matter. Founded in 1886 and proudly family-owned for five generations, our deep roots in the industry enable us to manage grains, co-products, animal feed, and feed ingredients effectively. With an extensive transportation network, we connect supply and demand across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and Asia. We are committed to delivering reliability, value, and innovation, while providing a supportive and safe workplace where our team can thrive and grow.

Job Summary:

The Formulation Specialist is responsible for maintaining the integrity of product formulations, feed tags, and historical data for the Southwest Region, as well as supporting other mixed feed administrative functions. Strong communication skills and attention to detail are essential.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Closely coordinate with sales, outside nutritionist, and the Pricing Manager to manage local formulations for the SWCO region.
• Manage and maintain contract ingredient specifications and pricing.
• Updates ingredient costs.
• Determine cost of formulas.
• Coordinate with operations personnel on formulation changes.
• Assist in administrative duties and cross training with other mixed-feed administration personnel.
• Coordinate with purchasing group to monitor expected usage changes.
• Coordinate with the Pricing Manager in implementing monthly formula and ingredient pricing, margin management, and inventory control.
• Build and maintain relationships with outside nutritionists.
• Coordinate with operations and purchasing teams as part of inventory management planning.
• Comply with the company’s Environmental, Health, and Safety policies as listed in the Employee Handbook.
• Drive a culture of safety, accountability, opportunistic curiosity and contribute to creating an environment where people want to work.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science or related field preferred.
• Dairy industry/marketplace knowledge and strong agricultural business aptitude preferred.
• Strong attention to detail required.
• Strong computer skills required.
• Strong customer service commitment required.
• Must have superior verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot, problem solve and follow up is required.

Physical Demands:

• Frequent sitting, use of computer, communication via telephone
• Ability to navigate an office environment.
• Regular and predictable attendance in office or site location.