Sr Sales Specialist - Poultry (Midwest US)

Novus International; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Market-competitive compensation

Job summary

NOVUS International is seeking a professional to lead sales and profit growth in the US Midwest (IA, CA, NE, IN, OH, WI, MN, MO, IL) for Novus products, partnering with nutritionists and industry leaders to drive market strategy and technical service.

The role requires 2–5 years in sales/marketing, a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, fluent English, and the ability to travel up to 3–5 days per week. A hybrid work model supports work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or comparable training and 2-5 years of sales and marketing experience.
• Knowledge of Novus and other industry products relevant to the poultry industries.
• Interpersonal and communication skills for effectively and positively interacting with customers, potential customers, colleagues and industry personnel.
• Development of business strategies, plans and tactics with clear communication with the Novus sales manager and with other NORAM sales personnel.
• Efficiently manage Novus' resources within the Midwest territory.
• Work within Novus, being part of a team effort in maximizing product development and sales.
• Must be licensed, insurable and able to drive a motor vehicle.
• Must be able to travel 3-5 days per week, 3 out of 4 weeks per month. Most is by company car, with some by air.

Responsibilities

• Manage Novus business to maximize revenue and profit in the Midwest territory.
• Contribute to development of NORAM Sales and Marketing team and market intelligence.
• Build partnerships with customers through regular sales calls and industry meetings.
• Maintain close relationship with Novus Marketing, Technical Services and Customer Service.
• Adhere to the Novus Management System and all policies; represent Novus with high ethical standards.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Strategic planning

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Job Category: Professional Band 2

Requisition Number: SRSAL001646

• Posted : July 14, 2026
• Full-Time
• Remote

Locations

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United States

Description

As relentless advocates for intelligent nutrition, NOVUS delivers advanced technology, rooted in scientific research designed to help animals reach their full potential. Driven by our passion for science and our intrinsic innovation, we work alongside animal producers and owners around the globe, to help create a world where we feed solutions instead of treating problems.

Why choose NOVUS:

• Robust Benefits Package: Market-competitive compensation and locally selected benefits in every country where we operate.
• Hybrid Work Model: We are committed to your work-life balance. Our hybrid work model lets you thrive whether you're at the office or working remotely.
• Comprehensive Well-Being: Our employees' well-being matters. We offer a variety of programs to support physical, mental, and emotional health.
• Expect to be inspired, to innovate, and to make a lasting impact in the world of animal nutrition globally by joining colleagues in over 80 countries, devoted to transforming the animal nutrition industry.
• NOVUS is Made of More™. More science. More insight. More inspiration. It's called intelligent nutrition - and it's how we show the world what we're made of.
• Are you ready to show the world what you're made of?

General Responsibilities

This role is responsible for achieving specific sales and profit goals within the US Midwest territory (IA, CA, NE, IN, OH, WI, MN, MO, IL ) in line with the overall NORAM strategy. The role is responsible for recommending and implementing approved market strategies for all Novus products within the territory. It is also responsible for defining, recommending and assisting in the implementation of effective technical service.

• Manage Novus business to maximize revenue and profit, short term and long term, in the Midwest territory. Includes working with members of consulting nutritionists, layers, and turkeys.
• Contribute to the development of an efficient NORAM Sales and Marketing team, including submission of timely and thorough market intelligence, pro-actively sharing selling tools, market information, and taking responsibility for personal development.
• Build greater partnerships with all customers in the territory through regular sales calls and participation in industry meetings to ensure alignment on business strategy.
• Maintain close relationship with Novus Marketing, Technical Services and Customer Service to secure alignment on business strategy.
• Compliance with the Novus Management System, Novus Integrity System and all policies and procedures related to position assignment. Professionally represent Novus International at all times by adhering to the highest ethical standards.

General Guidance for Key Knowledge/Skills/ Experience

• Bachelor's degree or comparable training and 2-5 years of sales and marketing experience.
• Knowledge of Novus and other industry products relevant to the poultry industries.
• Interpersonal and communication skills for effectively and positively interacting with customers, potential customers, colleagues and industry personnel.
• Development of business strategies, plans and tactics with clear communication with the Novus sales manager and with other NORAM sales personnel.
• Efficiently manage Novus' resources within the Midwest territory.
• Work within Novus, being part of a team effort in maximizing product development and sales.
• Must be licensed, insurable and able to drive a motor vehicle.
• Must be able to travel 3-5 days per week, 3 out of 4 weeks per month. Most is by company car, with some by air.

Other Essential Requirements

• Fluent in English.

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