Head of Technical Service, Ruminants (Remote)

Novonesis; South Dakota; Remote; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision & Life보험

Job summary

Novonesis is seeking a Manager of Technical Service for North America, focusing on dairy, beef, and forage sectors. You will lead a high-caliber team of technical specialists and align cross-functional partners to deliver science-based solutions that drive producer value and sustainability.

You will shape technical strategy, oversee trials, and engage with industry researchers and customers to translate science into measurable outcomes.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in animal nutrition, animal health, technical services, research, consulting, or related industries.
• Minimum 5 years of direct leadership experience, including coaching and developing technical professionals.
• Strong understanding of dairy and/or beef production systems.
• Demonstrated success partnering with commercial organizations to deliver customer value.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Technical Service Specialists and subject matter experts.
• Develop and execute the North American technical service strategy for ruminant solutions.
• Partner with Sales, Key Account Managers, Marketing, Regulatory, Product Management, and Innovation teams to accelerate growth and customer success.
• Provide executive-level technical support for strategic customer opportunities and complex technical challenges.
• Engage directly with producers, nutritionists, veterinarians, consultants, and industry influencers across North America.
• Support product launches, technical positioning, customer education, and scientific communications.
• Oversee technical trials, field validation programs, and research collaborations.
• Monitor industry trends, emerging technologies, and evolving customer needs.
• Represent Novonesis at industry conferences, customer events, and professional associations.

Skills

Leadership

Animal nutrition

Communication

Stakeholder management

Trial design

Statistical analysis

Project management

Industry networking

Strategic thinking

Education

PhD, DVM, or equivalent advanced degree

Job description

Novonesis is seeking a Manager of Technical Service for North America, focusing on dairy, beef, and forage sectors. You will lead a high-caliber team of technical specialists and align cross-functional partners to deliver science-based solutions that drive producer value and sustainability.

You will shape technical strategy, oversee trials, and engage with industry researchers and customers to translate science into measurable outcomes.