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Technical Expert Ruminants, North America

Location: US Home Office

Place of work: Remote

Would you enjoy a position providing technical services for ruminants? Interested in working for an industry leader that values safety, sustainability, and employee development? If you’re an experienced Ruminant Nutritionist with a proven record of success positioning products, finding technical solutions to problems, and generating sales of innovative products – this could be the perfect match for you!

At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work, benefiting to our People, Customers & Communities and driving business value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated

Key responsibilities:

• Define product position & marketing strategies that generate sales of innovative and technically complicated products.

• Create product value for existing products by developing new markets and differentiating DSM products from competitive commodity products.

• Participate in the development and execution of the New Business Development customer action plans.

• Support Marketing Plan of Action by working directly with assigned salesperson(s) to develop a plan for targeted influencers and work to provide professional support to targeted and key accounts. Implements and completes targeted plans. Responsible for joint communication between sales and technical services for assessment progress.

• Assist with attaining new business by overcoming customer blockages and initiating the prospect to order process through technical persuasion and sales support

  This position is a US Home-based role. You must currently reside in the central or mountain time zones of the United States. Individual pay offered will be based on the applicant’s job-related skills, experience, relevant education and training. This position is also eligible for bonuses and benefits, which are not included in the pay scale provided. Salary $137,500-$171,800.

  We bring

• A rich history and a promising future of bold scientific innovation and passionate creation with our customers, in a category of one

• A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset

• The opportunity to work for a company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose

• A flexible work environment that empowers people to take accountability for their work and own the outcome

• Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected – regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity

• A firm belief that working together with our customers is the key to achieving great things

• An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future

  You bring:

• Minimum 3 years of animal nutrition industry experience in a technical/scientific role required, with strong preference for experience in a beef production/industry environment

• Ability to translate scientific knowledge to commercial applications along with the ability to discuss and explain complex technical information to a broad range of individuals from business management to production and farm managers, from scientists and academicians to students and the general public

• Sales or marketing experience a definite plus

• Experience with ruminant gut health nutritional products desirable

• Ability to influence key decision-makers who drive internal objectives which impact the key areas of accountability.

• PhD in Animal Nutrition/Beef Nutrition with a strong preference for beef nutrition focus

  Our recruitment process

  Interested in this position? Please apply online by uploading your resume in English via our career portal by September 15, 2024.

  About dsm-firmenich

  As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life™ every day, everywhere, for billions of people.

  www.dsm-firmenich.com

  dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate: there’s a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich.

  dsm-firmenich is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. dsm-firmenich people are as diverse as our customers. For us that includes a commitment to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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  Agency Note

  Please note this is a direct search led by dsm-firmenich. We only accept applications from candidates, not from agencies nor subject to agency’s fees, percentages or similar.