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Description

Moose Jaw Co-op is hiring an Ag Nutrition Specialist.  
Reporting to the Agriculture Division Manager, the Animal Health Specialist will actively support the customers of the Moose Jaw Co-op Association in the areas of animal health and nutrition.  This new role in the organization is retail-based and will require periodic travel in the trade area in the delivery of expertise, products, and services.  We are looking for a leader that understands the needs of the agricultural livestock producer.
Provide trusted advice to livestock producers
Support the business and team with expertise and professional representation
Focus on enhancing animal nutrition through the sale and service of feed and supplements
Monitor feed quality, provide customized nutrition programs
Deliver value to customers and help them improve their animal productivity
Ensure customer satisfaction and communication
Active involvement and support for the communities we serve

Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor of Science in Agriculture (major in Animal Science); or diploma from technical college (majoring in Livestock Production).  Preference may be given to candidates with M.Sc (or in progress) from a Dept of Animal Science.
Proven experience in Animal Nutrition products, applications, and sales
Excellent research and presentation skills
Familiarity with use of ration-balancing programs such as CowBytes, Dalex, Brill or other similar programs
Possess a passion for livestock production and a commitment to continued skill and knowledge development
Familiar with feed quality determination (feed testing and analysis interpretation)
Experience and knowledge of intensive livestock operations, both monogastric and ruminant
Provide operational analysis and identify areas for management practice improvements
Travel and manage schedule independently, provide responses in a timely manner to customers.