Technical Sales Director (Animal Nutrition)

Potentia Search; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in Animal Nutrition seeks a Technical Sales Director to drive strategic initiatives focused on commercial growth and market expansion. This role requires at least 8 years of sales experience in Animal Nutrition and a PhD or Masters in a related field. The ideal candidate will lead cross-functional teams, mentor staff, and foster new business development while ensuring regulatory compliance. This is a full-time position located in the United States.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in sales in Animal Nutrition.
• Proven senior leadership experience is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic plans to achieve key business metrics.
• Oversee product and supplier strategies to meet objectives.
• Lead negotiations for contracts and strategic partnerships.
• Identify and capitalize on market opportunities.
• Enhance product portfolio growth through innovative strategies.
• Ensure alignment with regulatory compliance.

Skills

Strategic planning

Negotiation

Market analysis

Leadership

Mentorship

Education

PhD or Masters in Animal Nutrition

Job description

Overview

As the Technical Sales Director, you will drive strategic initiatives focused on commercial growth and market expansion. Working with senior leadership, you will develop and execute comprehensive strategies to achieve profit and volume growth, foster new business development, and optimize financial returns.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic plans to achieve key business metrics including gross profit, volume, and inventory management.
• Oversee the creation and execution of product and supplier strategies to meet commercial objectives.
• Lead high-level negotiations for contracts and strategic partnerships.
• Identify and capitalize on new market opportunities and emerging trends within the U.S. market.
• Enhance product portfolio growth and sales through innovative strategies.
• Ensure alignment with regulatory compliance and market standards.
• Cultivate strategic relationships with high-level decision-makers and industry influencers.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive strategic goals and foster a culture of innovation.
• Mentor and develop internal teams, building succession plans to sustain leadership and expertise.

Qualifications

• Education: PhD or Masters in Animal Nutrition or related fields
• Experience: Minimum 8 years in sales in Animal Nutrition
• Senior Leadership experience necessary

Additional information

• Seniority level: Director
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Animal Nutrition / Sales

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