Job Description

PhD Sales Consultant – Cattle Nutrition

Are you a cattle nutritionist who wants your science to drive real results in the field? A respected feed manufacturer is looking for a PhD Nutritionist to consult with and sell to feedlots across the Midwest, working from a home office.

About the Role

• Build and manage relationships with feedlot customers across a home-based Midwest territory
• Design and sell feed and nutrition programs that improve cattle performance and profitability
• Act as a trusted technical advisor on rations, health, and feed efficiency
• Grow the territory through new business and expanded existing accounts
• Travel regularly to customer sites within the territory

Qualifications

• PhD in Ruminant or Animal Nutrition
• Industry, consulting, or feedlot experience is a plus, and early-career candidates will also be considered
• Background in beef cattle or feedlot nutrition preferred
• Strong communication skills and a consultative approach to sales
• Willing to travel and hold a valid driver's license

Why Consider?

• Salary of $85,000 to $125,000 depending on experience, plus a bonus
• Full benefits and a 401(k)
• Company vehicle program
• A home-based office with a flexible schedule
• Strong technical and sales support from a team with more than 50 years of combined experience

If you are qualified and serious, please submit a resume or contact Chad Smith at 605-978-5433 or chad.smith@gogpac.com for more information on this position. I place professionals in these types of roles nationally, so if this isn't a perfect fit for you, please reach out to see what else I'm recruiting on!

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.