Ruminant Business Manager
We are currently recruiting for a Ruminant Business Manager on behalf of a leading animal nutrition business.
This is a full-time permanent role where you will be working with progressive beef and dairy customers with large feedlots in the Cavan / Monaghan area and into Northern Ireland.
Our client has been supporting the farming community for over 25 years with their comprehensive range of high-quality feed and supplements.
Their key to success has been the strong business relationships they have made with dairy, beef & pig farmers in supporting animal health & farm profitability.
We are particularly interested in hearing from applicants who have previous experience in a Ruminant Nutritionist role with the ability to advise on diet formulation, forage and grassland management.
Responsibilities
* Full responsibility for business development and profitability for our animal feed product lines delivered through our existing customers and prospecting for new customers.
* Deliver product portfolio, turnover and profit growth.
* Ensure routine and timely credit control activities.
* Manage relationships with key customers and expand customer base.
* Maintain excellent knowledge of Irish animal feed sector including market trends, challenges, opportunities, impact of external/international factors on the Irish sector etc.
* Ensure Group senior management are kept up to date on business performance, activities, prospects and challenges.
* Develop an extensive network of contacts amongst customers, influencers and regulatory authorities.
* Liaise with other team members (logistics, marketing, finance etc.)
Qualifications
* A 3rd level Degree in Agriculture
* A minimum of 3 to 5 years commercial experience
* Proven experience in a Ruminant Nutrition role
* The ability to work as part of a team
Remuneration package
Attractive salary & bonus, company car & pension.
Estimated Salary: €60,000 - €80,000 per annum