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Technical Sales Specialist-Animal Health & Nutrition

Novonesis
Johannesburg Onsite Commercial
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About this role

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  • In this role, your key responsibilities are :

    • Offer technical support, in conjunction with relevant technical support teams, related to product performance, at key accounts and channel partners.

    • Work with regional Account Managers to grow existing business, and nurture new opportunities, and actively participate in the sales process.

    • Supervise customer and distributor poultry trials, visit research facilities, and deliver detailed analyses of trial results.

    • Maintain high-level relationships with key customers and influencers, especially nutritionists and vets.

    • Investigate customer complaints and resolve industry issues on-site, including product applications and marketing efforts.

    • Engage in professional trade associations and committees related to the poultry industry.

    • Develop a deep understanding of the competitive landscape for gastrointestinal health products and services and equip distributors through value messaging against competitors.

    • Work with Account managers to create annual account plans for key customers and channel partners for their long-term growth and ensure direction is in alignment with global marketing plans.

    • Be able to represent Novonesis® on industry forums and be the voice of our solutions in trade shows and conferences, when needed.

  • Potentially relevant experience:

    • Masters’ or PhD in Animal Health and Nutrition, or related field.

    • Understanding and experience in feed formulations involving probiotics and enzymes will be an advantage.

    • Have 8-10 years’ experience in Animal health and nutrition, with a solid understanding of application and product formulations.

    • Strong drive, responsible, goal-oriented, well organized, and self-motivated, being able to develop regions independently.

    • Willingness to travel ~50% of the time primarily in the assigned region when required.

  • Other Information

    • The role reports to the commercial lead for Animal Health and Nutrition Africa.

    • The role will be based in our Johannesburg office, we operate in a hybrid model and mandate to be in the office at least 3 days a week, when not traveling.

    • This is an individual contributor role.

Our purpose guides the way

In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity’s biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It’s how we've gotten so far. And it’s how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless. If our purpose resonates with you, we encourage you to apply.

Opportunities for everyone

We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equal opportunity for all applicants. Therefore we ask you to apply without a cover letter or photo and instead include a few sentences in your CV explaining your motivation for applying.

We make all employment decisions based on business needs and welcome candidates with a wide range of backgrounds, including ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.

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About Novonesis

Global biosolutions company formed from the merger of Novozymes and Chr. Hansen, specializing in industrial enzymes, microorganisms, and bioscience innovation. Headquartered in Bagsvaerd, Denmark.

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Job Details
LocationJohannesburg
Work typeOnsite
DepartmentCommercial
SeniorityMid
CountrySouth Africa
About the company
Novonesis
Global biosolutions company formed from the merger of Novozymes and Chr. Hansen, specializing in industrial enzymes, microorganisms, and bioscience innovation. Headquartered in Bagsvaerd, Denmark.
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