Ruminant Feed Technical Support Specialist

Some formal qualification would be desirable for the role either with qualification of the Feed Advisory register or a ruminant nutrition diploma or second degree at a Masters level,. Good communication skills are essential for this role in developing strong farmer relationship ; candidates will need to create and develop strong personal relationships with colleagues to support the company's team ethic.

Good computer and IT skills are essential for this role

On behalf of a well-known GB merchanting company, a Ruminant Feed Technical Support Specialist is required to technically support both farmer customers and sales personnel with feed rationing and also use of minerals on-farm . This job is primarily aimed at cattle and sheep farmers in the West Midlands area.

This key Ruminant Support Specialist will support its farm customers by the promotion and sale of its supplement and feed products Candidates will be expected to support sales by communicating technical product benefits and as well as being involved in on-farm rationing where required.

The job will entail spending time supporting its own sales staff making direct sales to livestock farmers. It is expected the role will involve around 80% of the working week engaged with farmer customers or the company's own sales staff.

The basic salary will be commensurate to related commercial cattle feeding skills together with any relevant sales experience and network. Normal company benefits will include a fully expensed car.