Posted in General Business 30+ days ago.
Type: Full-Time
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It is the primary responsibility of the Sales Nutritionist to provide consulting services and products in a manner that will be profitable to both the customer and Munson Lakes Nutrition. The Sales Nutritionist duties will involve sales, nutrition services and livestock management recommendations.
Essential Functions/Principal Accountabilities of the Job:
Livestock Nutrition - Sales & Service
Nutritional Services will be made available for the lactating herd, Beef Cattle, as well as heifer and young animal
Nutrition services will consider type and quality of ingredients used in feed ration
Expert knowledge of livestock nutrition and feeding applications.
Analyze farm records and use as a tool for nutrition recommendations.
Proficient in use of computer for ration balancing programs
Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve on livestock operations
Maintain quality and cost effectiveness as key standards of all formulations
Ensure minimum problems that result due to your recommendations
Coordinate customer feed information with appropriate Management and Production staff.
Clear all major bids with Munson Lakes Nutrition Management staff.
Analyze feedstuffs and update formulations as market trends change
Introduce new products and programs that will be beneficial to the farm
Coordinate on quality control with the production supervisor to assure maintenance of product specifications
Ensure all services provided assist in achieving profitability on the farm and Munson Lakes Nutrition
Understand and respect established on- farm procedures and practices concerning quality control
Coordinate with Veterinarian on herd health and over-all management recommendations
Coordinate with all key on-farm employees as needed to ensure the success of the producer
Know and use all resources necessary to make recommendations and applications of products sold.
Follow the company guidelines for managing credit with all producers
Have excellent communication skills with ability to work as a team player on the farm
Requirements:
4 -year degree in related field OR commensurate experience
5+ years of animal nutrition or ag related sales
Land O'Lakes, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/Vets/Disabled. The company maintains a drug-free workforce, including pre- and post-employment substance abuse testing pursuant to a Drug and Alcohol Policy.
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