Technical Advisor – Extensive Ruminants: Growth & Nutrition

De Heus; Modimolle; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

De Heus Animal Nutrition is seeking a Technical Advisor for Extensive Ruminants in South Africa. You will promote the Ext Ruminant product range, provide technical support, and drive regional budgets and margins through proactive customer engagement.

You will build long-term relationships with farmers, feedlots and dealers, stay informed on industry trends, and collaborate with internal teams to ensure product performance and customer success.

Qualifications

• B Agric / B.Sc. Hons or equivalent advanced degree
• 3-year Agricultural diploma or higher required
• Valid code 08/EB driver’s license
• Eligibility to register as a Professional Nutritionist
• Previous experience in similar roles preferred
• Experience in milling, selling and marketing is advantageous
• Proficiency with MS Excel, Word and Outlook

Responsibilities

• Sell and support De Heus Extensive Ruminant products to existing and new customers
• Achieve monthly and yearly sales budgets per customer
• Build and maintain customer relationships and regular visit schedules
• Monitor pricing trends and provide market feedback
• Contribute to study groups and trade shows; write quarterly articles
• Handle administrative tasks and debtors management
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting to supervisor and Product Manager

Skills

Problem solving

Conflict handling skills

Communication Skills

Relationship building skills

Quality Awareness

Computer skills

Written communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

B Agric / B.Sc. Hons

3 yr. Agricultural diploma

Possession of a valid code 08/EB driver’s license

Able to register at Professional Nutritionist

Years’ experience in similar role

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Outlook

Job description

De Heus Animal Nutrition is seeking a Technical Advisor for Extensive Ruminants in South Africa. You will promote the Ext Ruminant product range, provide technical support, and drive regional budgets and margins through proactive customer engagement.

You will build long-term relationships with farmers, feedlots and dealers, stay informed on industry trends, and collaborate with internal teams to ensure product performance and customer success.