Technical Specialist - Animal Feed

We are recruiting an Animal Feed Technical Specialist

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee product formulations and specifications for the Animal Feed Mill & Agribusiness division
• Implementation of best practice ensuring compliance with feed safety, traceability and quality control standards and regulations
• Support our Farm Commercial Specialist and Agribusiness teams in providing the best technical expertise to our customer base
• Provide on farm technical support to formulate diets that meet customers' requirements/objectives
• Spearhead the continuous training and technical development of our Farm Commercial Specialist team and Homeland Store teams through provision of regular training and support material
• Drive Nutrias brand development through new product development and marketing strategies
• Deliver relevant updates and technical content through social media, print media, website, in brochures and by attending farmer meetings/discussion groups
• Identify and develop new business opportunities
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to host knowledge exchange events for customers
• Monitor the evolution of farming developments, environmental and industry standards and make recommendations for change

Key Requirements:

• Level 8 degree in Agricultural Science/Animal Science or other related discipline.
• Previous experience in a similar role
• Solid understanding of ruminant livestock systems
• Genuine team player that proactively shares knowledge and experience to contribute to the development and success of the team
• Have a strong commercial attitude, motivated by results and capable of working independently or as part of multiple teams to achieve results
• Natural networking and collaboration, planning, prioritising, leadership and financial management skills
• Highly motivated and energetic team player with a strong focus on organisational goals and customer service
• Drive to ensure the continuous rapid growth of our Nutrias brand
• Excellent IT skills - competent in the use of MS Office (Word, Excel, PPT etc.)