Technical Specialist - Monogastrics

Recruiter:

Mayfly Agri (Pty) Ltd

Job Ref:

PTA001215/JP

Date posted:

Wednesday, April 2, 2025

Location:

Centurion, South Africa

Salary:

Market Related

SUMMARY:

A market leader of Nutraceuticals in the South African Animal Feed industry is seeking a self-driven, highly motivated individual to fill the newly created position of Technical Specialist â Monogastric within the Gauteng region.

POSITION INFO:

Minimum requirements for the role:

Must have a B. Sc. qualification in Monogastric nutrition and/or Veterinary Sciences
Minimum 7 yearsâ experience within the South African feed industry
Must have a professional registration with SACNASP and/or SAVC
Strong knowledge of Monogastric nutrition, veterinary sciences, and product application is essential
Experience with business principles is advantageous
Must have own reliable transport and be willing to travel
Proficiency in English and Afrikaans is essential

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

Serving as the technical lead for Monogastric nutrition for both staff and customers.
Providing expertise and guidance on Monogastric products.
Initiating and driving the sales of Monogastric products within the South African feed industry.
Leading the development and use of prediction model software programs to generate interest, discussions, and solutions for customers.
Collaborating with the Technical Manager to review and oversee the Monogastric product portfolio, including Monogastric library, Monogastric presentations, and new products or services.
Initiating and supporting local applied research on products and services.
Participating in marketing activities, including creating marketing materials, managing social media (Facebook), and advertising.
Engaging in key account management, competitor analysis, and market survey maintenance.
Overseeing annual and monthly budgeting and monitoring performance against sales targets.
Conducting a minimum of 6 customer visits per week, focusing on poultry integrators, national feed mills, regional feed mills, pre-mixers, and key producers.
Attending and coordinating supplier meetings, information days, study groups, and guest events.

Please note that subsequent to the screening and shortlisting process, all further communication will be entered into, only with the shortlisted candidates
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