Ruminant Technical Service Lead - Remote

Novonesis; Nashville (TN); Remote; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company contribution

3 weeks vacation + 12 holidays + 2 WEL

Health, Dental, Vision & Life

Healthcare savings account (HSA)

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Novonesis, a leader in biosolutions for animal agriculture, seeks a Manager of Technical Service, Ruminant Animal Health, to guide a North American team serving dairy, beef, and forage customers. You will translate science into customer value, drive strategy, and collaborate across Commercial, Marketing, R&D, Regulatory, and Innovation functions.

This high-impact leadership role shapes technical strategy, develops talent, and strengthens relationships with producers, nutritionists,

Qualifications

• PhD, DVM, or equivalent advanced degree in Animal Science, Dairy Science, Ruminant Nutrition, Veterinary Medicine, or 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.
• Proven ability to lead through influence in a collaborative, matrixed environment.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.

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

Communication

Strategic thinking

Talent development

Relationship management

Education

PhD or DVM or equivalent advanced degree

Job description

Novonesis, a leader in biosolutions for animal agriculture, seeks a Manager of Technical Service, Ruminant Animal Health, to guide a North American team serving dairy, beef, and forage customers. You will translate science into customer value, drive strategy, and collaborate across Commercial, Marketing, R&D, Regulatory, and Innovation functions.

This high-impact leadership role shapes technical strategy, develops talent, and strengthens relationships with producers, nutritionists,