Farm Management Specialist
Job No:
DL70
Location:
South Island, NZ
- Join a global organisation with an exemplary reputation!
- Competitive salary package + benefits
- Great career development opportunities with an international market leader!
About the Organisation
DeLaval Ltd is a global leading supplier to the dairy business, supporting dairy farmers in managing their farms, their way. The business offers products, systems and services for all steps of milk production.
Founded more than 125 years ago in Sweden, DeLaval now has 4500 employees and operates in more than 115 countries that cater to customers with livestock size ranging from 1 to 50,000 animals. Together with the Tetra Laval Group, DeLaval owns one of the most well-known brands in the world. DeLaval's New Zealand office is based in Hamilton, and services customers throughout both the North and South Islands.
About the Opportunities
DeLaval Currently has a full time vacancy for a Farm Management Specialist to join their operations on the South Island of New Zealand.
The purpose of this role is to provide Farm Management support that adds value to the farmers' businesses, including support and training to assist with commercial decisions on farm management. You will also support the District Sales Managers and their assigned Dealer networks to increase sales and expertise of farm management systems.
This is a varied and enjoyable role with a focus on developing collaborative and effective working relationships with farmers and District staff, and implementing effective coaching and training initiatives both internally and on-farm.
More specifically, your duties will include, but may not be limited to:
- Market and oversee the implementation and usage of the DeLaval's software product (Delpro)
- Provide individual and on-farm group training
- Liaise and work closely with field staff to understand and agree training needs in the field
- Provide one on one coaching and support as needed to field staff
- Refer all sales inquiries or quoting and ordering activities to the designated District Sales Manager
- Actively input into annual promotion planning to ensure Herd Management is positioned to enhance sales growth
- Liaise with District Sales staff to develop and implement local promotional activities
- Contribute to industry events including Fields days, open/farm days, discussion groups and other dairy related events
About you
These opportunities will suit those with field-based sales experience, and qualifications (or equivalent experience) in the areas of dairy, agricultural or science. DeLaval is looking for individuals with experience dealing directly with farmers (e.g. you may come from a rural banking or stock firm role), as well as knowledge in milking system operation and dairy herd management.
Importantly, to succeed in this role you will be a people-person with advanced interpersonal and communication skills, strong relationship-building skills, and a customer focus.
As the nature of the role is autonomous, frequent travel is required.
Finally, you will be comfortable with computers and programs such as Excel.
About the Benefits
DeLaval recognises that in order to succeed, the company not only needs the best products and services, but also the best people. To ensure that DeLaval attracts and retains outstanding employees, the organisation will reward you with a generous salary package along with a host of outstanding benefits including a fully maintained Company Vehicle, Laptop and phone and coverage of travel expenses.
In this highly visible role, you'll be ideally placed for internal progression. This is your chance to join an international industry leader and become part of an exceptional team culture. At DeLaval employees enjoy new challenges, professional growth and the satisfaction of working for a company that goes to all lengths to understand and work alongside their customers.
Don't miss this exciting opportunity to work for this global leader and take the next step in your sales career - APPLY NOW!