• Support the introduction of new, high-end dairy automation systems
• Field-based role, ideally located in Waikato region
• Share your passion for the dairy industry

In this highly collaborative and integral role, you will assist in the implementation and continued growth of groundbreaking automated Dairy Milking systems into the New Zealand market with our National Dealer network. Your role will encompass supporting legacy Milking Intelligence and Protrack systems. It will also focus on project management of new large-scale milking and automation system installations, from pre-quotation and working with our Dealers, and Automation Sales and Technical teams.

What You Will Do

• Act as a Sales Lead and support regional Sales Leads with advice and prompt in-field sales support to assist them in articulating to the end user the features and benefits of our automation systems and providing clear technical scoping directions.
• Support with other key stakeholders the Dealer installation and service delivery ability to meet our requirements.
• Implement and maintain Dairy Automation products with Dealers.
• Lead, create and maintain support for legacy Milking Intelligence and Protrack systems.
• Provide automation technical support for the field service technical team and Dealers. This will require occasional out of office hours 2nd tier phone support.
• Provide oversight for Automation projects (excluding Dealer managed standalone systems) approval prior to contracting.
• Create and deliver training and guidance documentation for Dealers and end users.
• Provide input and support to the NZ Technical Manager and NZ technical team.
• Attend, support and present at public and internal conferences, conventions and field days.
• Assist in the development of EHS objectives with Dealers and review progress.

What You Must have

We are seeking someone with a passion for the dairy industry, with strong technical understanding and nous, who is sales and commercially minded.

High pressure role hit the ground running, high expectations. Energy. Not an 8 to 5 job. Don’t turn their phones off. Work farmers’ hours and flow with things. Self motivated. Able to back a decision. Level of confidence and positivity.

What You Can Expect

• Regular travel throughout the North Island of NZ and from time to time the South Island to support role requirements. Some international travel may be required.
• This is not a 9 to 5 job, and you will need to flow with farmers’ hours.
• Work autonomously whilst being supported, encouraged and being part of a trusted, leading Global Animal Health organisation.
• Joining a collaborative team of likeminded individuals.

We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.

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10/23/2024 

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Job Posting End Date:10/23/2024

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Requisition ID: R313877