Livestock Feed & Nutrition Account Manager - Beef Focus

FURST-MCNESS COMPANY • , NE

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

Furst-McNess Company is looking to add a full-time Livestock Feed & Nutrition Account Manager (Beef Focus) to cover the Northeast Nebraska and Southeast South Dakota territory. This role manages a territory primarily covering Northeast Nebraska and Southeast South Dakota, with flexibility to expand based on business needs. Following onboarding, the position operates on a hybrid schedule, balancing on-farm customer visits and home office days. This structure supports consistent customer engagement and effective territory management. Candidates must be comfortable with regular regional travel. Preferred candidates will reside within or in close proximity to the assigned territory. The Livestock Feed & Nutrition Account Manager is a sales-focused role responsible for driving growth through the promotion and sale of animal nutrition products and services. This position partners with livestock producers to deliver tailored feeding solutions that improve animal performance, optimize efficiency, and enhance profitability. The consultant builds strong relationships, develops new business opportunities, and utilizes technical expertise to support customer success across various production systems.

Requirements

• Associates, Bachelor’s, or advanced degree in Animal Science, Agriculture, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of experience in livestock nutrition, sales, or a related field preferred
• Knowledge of livestock production systems and feeding practices preferred
• Strong sales, relationship-building, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently, manage a territory, and prioritize multiple responsibilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with CRM systems is a plus
• Strong problem-solving and customer service orientation
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel as needed

Responsibilities

• Develop new business and expand relationships with livestock producers within an assigned territory
• Promote and sell animal nutrition products, programs, and services to meet customer needs
• Provide consultative support on feeding strategies, herd performance, and production goals
• Identify opportunities to improve customer outcomes through nutrition and management solutions
• Maintain an active sales pipeline and achieve volume, revenue, and margin targets
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer needs to inform sales strategies
• Build and maintain long-term, trusted relationships with customers and industry partners
• Collaborate with internal teams (nutrition, operations, marketing, and sales) to support business growth
• Utilize CRM tools to manage accounts, track performance, and maintain accurate records
• Represent the company at industry events, customer meetings, and trade shows as needed
• Performs other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match up to 5%
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and Paid Floating Holidays
• Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Basic Life and AD&D Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance, with additional coverage options for employees and dependents
• Fitness Reimbursement, $200 annually
• Cell Phone Reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree