Remote Ruminant Technical Service Leader

Novonesis; Elm (PA); Remote; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company contribution

Health, Dental, Vision & Life

Wellness time & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Job summary

Novonesis is seeking a high-impact leader to head the North American Ruminant Technical Service team, driving science-based value for customers and collaborating across functions. The role blends people leadership, customer engagement, and scientific rigor to grow the business.

You will guide strategic direction, oversee trials and field programs, and represent the company at industry events while expanding partnerships with nutritionists, veterinarians, and producers across North America.

Qualifications

• PhD, DVM, or equivalent advanced degree in Animal Science, Dairy Science, Ruminant Nutrition, Veterinary Medicine, or a related field.
• 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.
• Establish clear priorities, objectives, and development plans aligned with business goals.
• 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

Strategic thinking

Communication

Team management

Project management

Stakeholder management

Education

PhD, DVM, or equivalent advanced degree in Animal Science, Dairy Science, Ruminant Nutrition, Veterinary Medicine, or a related field

Job description

Novonesis is seeking a high-impact leader to head the North American Ruminant Technical Service team, driving science-based value for customers and collaborating across functions. The role blends people leadership, customer engagement, and scientific rigor to grow the business.

You will guide strategic direction, oversee trials and field programs, and represent the company at industry events while expanding partnerships with nutritionists, veterinarians, and producers across North America.