Are you an experienced and commercially minded Ruminant Nutritionist looking to join a progressive feed company with a strong reputation in the South-West?

This is an excellent opportunity to join an independent and forward-thinking ruminant nutrition business that combines cutting-edge science with practical, on-farm support. The role offers real autonomy, strong technical backing, and the chance to grow a profitable territory while delivering genuine value to livestock producers.

As Ruminant Nutritionist, you will be responsible for developing and managing a successful customer base across the whole South-West, delivering high-quality nutritional advice and driving sustainable business growth.

Responsibilities:

• Providing independent, expert nutritional and technical advice on farm

• Identifying opportunities to improve livestock performance and farm profitability

• Supplying guidance on forage, cropping, and grassland practices

• Developing new business while nurturing and expanding existing customer relationships

• Managing your own portfolio of customer accounts across the region

• Working collaboratively with the wider business to deliver the best overall solution

• Attending technical training sessions, sales meetings, shows, and industry events

You will take a consultative, solutions-focused approach, always placing the customer at the centre of your recommendations.

About You:

You will be a motivated and professional individual with a strong passion for agriculture and ruminant production. You may already be established in a nutrition role or ready to take the next step in a business that values technical excellence and long-term customer relationships.

You will ideally have:

• A relevant degree or a minimum of 3 years’ experience in ruminant nutrition

• Proven agricultural sales experience (essential)

• Strong commercial and financial awareness

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

• A well-organised and proactive approach to territory management

• Confidence using IT and digital tools

• A clean, full UK driving licence

• Sales ledger experience (desirable)

Remuneration & Benefits:

A competitive salary package + benefits including:

• Company vehicle

• Fuel card for work and personal miles

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

• Contributory workplace pension scheme

• Ongoing training, technical support, and personal development

• Clear career progression within a growing and forward-thinking business