Remote Leader, Technical Service - Ruminant Health

Novonesis; Madison (WI); Remote; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Health savings account

Employee assistance program

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Novonesis is seeking a Manager of Technical Service, Ruminant Animal Health to lead the North American Ruminant Technical Service team and deliver scientific expertise across probiotic, enzyme, feed additive, and silage solutions. You will partner with Sales, Marketing, Regulatory, and R&D to drive growth and customer value.

Ideal candidates hold a PhD/DVM or equivalent, 8+ years in animal nutrition/health, and 5+ years in leadership.

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.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.

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 with producers, nutritionists, veterinarians, consultants, and industry influencers across North America.
• Oversee technical trials, field validation programs, and research collaborations.
• Monitor industry trends and evolving customer needs.
• Represent Novonesis at industry conferences and customer events.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Strategic thinking

Project management

Collaborative

Experience in trials

Analytical thinking

Education

PhD, DVM or equivalent advanced degree

Job description

Novonesis is seeking a Manager of Technical Service, Ruminant Animal Health to lead the North American Ruminant Technical Service team and deliver scientific expertise across probiotic, enzyme, feed additive, and silage solutions. You will partner with Sales, Marketing, Regulatory, and R&D to drive growth and customer value.

Ideal candidates hold a PhD/DVM or equivalent, 8+ years in animal nutrition/health, and 5+ years in leadership.