Monogastric Technical Advisor

Astral Foods Ltd; Randfontein; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Monogastric Technical Advisor at a leading feed company in Africa. This role involves providing expert technical advice, managing client relationships, and conducting on-farm visits to ensure optimal animal nutrition. The ideal candidate will possess a BSc. in Agriculture and have experience in the animal feed industry, particularly in the pig and broiler sectors. Join a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in service and innovation, where your contributions will directly impact the agricultural landscape and the quality of food production in the region.

Qualifications

• Minimum BSc. Agriculture degree required.
• Experience in selling and marketing animal feed products.

Responsibilities

• Provide monogastric technical advice and client liaison.
• Compile weekly reports and manage client relationships.

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Self-Motivation

Data Analysis

Client Management

Education

BSc. Agriculture

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Meadow Feeds is More than Just Feed!

We have been supplying safe, high-quality feed to southern African livestock producers for the past 80 years, using our unrivalled experience and expertise in this field to earn the trust of generations of farmers who bring wholesome meat, milk, and eggs to your table. We also supply a full range of technical services to our customers, including advice on nutrition, feeding programmes, animal husbandry, and production techniques.

Our commitment to optimal animal nutrition has made us the largest feed company in Africa and the leading supplier of innovative, high-performance feed solutions. An exciting opportunity exists for a Monogastric Technical Advisor at Meadow Feeds Randfontein to join our team.

The Ideal Candidate Would Be Responsible For:

1. Monogastric technical advice;
2. Client liaison (on farm visits);
3. Compiling and submitting weekly reports;
4. CCR documentation;
5. Sales and marketing of products;
6. Client management support;
7. Data analysis;
8. Related administrative duties;

The Successful Candidate Must Meet The Following Requirements:

1. A minimum of a BSc. Agriculture degree;
2. Preferably be registered with SACNASP;
3. Experience in the selling and marketing of animal feed products;
4. Experience in on-farm diet assessment programmes and feeding recommendations;
5. Experience in the pig and broiler industry would be a distinct advantage;
6. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills;
7. Assertive and a high degree of self-motivation;
8. An advanced level of computer skills in Microsoft Office products;
9. A commitment to service excellence and attention to detail;
10. High level of personal and professional integrity;
11. A self-starter with a friendly disposition;
12. Valid Driver’s licence;
13. Preferably the ideal candidate will reside in the area of service.