Business Manager - Ruminants | South/Southeast of the USARemote (Must reside in AL, GA, FL, NC, SC, VA, KY, TN, MD) | ~50-60% Travel
The RoleAdisseo is seeking a Business Manager - Ruminants to lead commercial growth across the South/South East territory (Alabama, Georgia, Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Kentucky, Tennessee, and Maryland).
This is a territory-based, relationship-driven role that combines commercial ownership, technical credibility, and strategic customer partnerships within the dairy and beef industry. You will work closely with nutritionists, producers, feed mills, and distribution partners to deliver practical nutritional solutions that improve animal performance and long-term customer value.
What You Will Own- Drive sustainable growth of Adisseo's dairy portfolio across the Upper Midwest
- Develop and execute a clear territory strategy aligned with regional objectives
- Build long-term, trust-based relationships with nutritionists, producers, and key industry partners
- Partner with customers to promote amino acid balancing and tailored nutritional solutions
- Collaborate with Technical Managers, Marketing, and cross-functional teams to deliver consistent customer support
- Represent Adisseo at customer meetings, industry events, and regional conferences
- Maintain structured pipeline and activity visibility through CRM tools
Territory & Travel - Territory: AL, GA, FL, NC, SC, VA, KY, TN, MD
- Remote role with required residence within the territory
- Approximately 50-60% travel across the region
What Makes This Role Strategic - High autonomy over a key ruminant territory
- Direct impact on commercial growth and customer partnerships
- Strong collaboration with technical and commercial teams
- Established portfolio including Smartamine® M, MetaSmart®, Selisseo®, DynOmik®, and other specialty solutions
Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Animal Science, Nutrition, Agriculture, or a related field
- 5+ years of experience in the dairy, animal nutrition, or feed industry
- Proven ability to build trusted relationships with nutritionists, producers, and industry stakeholders
- Consultative and solution-oriented commercial approach
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage a geographically dispersed territory
- Comfort working autonomously while collaborating with cross-functional teams
Preferred (But Not Required) - Knowledge of amino acid balancing concepts
- Experience with formulation tools (e.g., CNCPS, NRC)
- Ability to translate technical concepts into practical customer value
- Experience using CRM and data tools to manage territory performance
What we offer- Inclusive & diverse Culture: Be part of a multicultural and global team of 62 nationalities, operating in 100+ countries, that values diversity, promotes inclusion, and supports work-life balance in a respectful and safe work environment.
- Benefits: care program, vacation & paid time off, profit-sharing and performance incentives.
- Learning & Career Development: benefit from continuous training, mentoring, and learning programs, with equal access to career advancement and leadership opportunities.
- Sustainable and innovative company: work on meaningful projects using cutting-edge technology, with the freedom to innovate and make a real difference. Because we contribute to feeding 8 billion people, sustainability is not an option - it is our ambition.
