Senior Business IT Specialist

Nutreco • Nederland • 15h ago

Job Description

Join Our Purpose - Feeding the Future  

Nutreco is a member of the SHV family, and we are committed to 'Feeding the Future' through sustainable and innovative practices. Nutreco has two business lines: Skretting is a leading global provider of innovative aquafeed solutions, revolutionizing aquaculture for a sustainable future. Trouw Nutrition specializes in animal nutrition and is committed to advancing livestock health and productivity through cutting-edge solutions.  

About The Role: Our Senior Business IT Specialist role is responsible for managing and supporting IT operations, systems, and projects across five manufacturing locations for Hi-Pro Feeds.This role will be based in Friona, Texas.

Responsibilities: 

Manage IT Infrastructure & Operations: overseeing the IT operations, including server room maintenance, local asset management, and troubleshooting hardware like servers, switches, and routers

Support Manufacturing Systems: acts as the primary point of contact for IT hardware and software related to Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and provides application support for local business systems like ERP, ensuring they meet business needs

Lead IT Projects: managing local IT projects from initiation to completion, ensuring they align with Nutreco's standards and processes while also supporting broader global IT initiatives; assisting with Operations-led projects from IT perspective

Provide Application Support & Training: maintenance and support of local business applications, which includes creating user manuals and training materials to assist business users

Ensure Policy & Compliance: deploying and enforcing Nutreco's IT policies, managing ITIL procedures, and ensuring risk management practices are followed across all sites.

Skills and Expertise  

Qualifications: 

A degree in technology or a related field is required

Minimum of five years of experience in the IT field, preferably within a manufacturing environment

Strong skills in troubleshooting complex, high-availability systems, IT support operations, and network administration are essential. This includes experience with virtualization and thin clients

Experience presenting technical ideas clearly and concisely in user-friendly formats and preparing simple network diagrams

Knowledge of project management principles is required

Experience with the selection and implementation of commercial business applications is a bonus

Expectation from the Role: 

A self-starter with a hands-on approach

Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities

Able to implement and follow processes

Comfortable with facilitating change management

Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and be mindful of budget constraints

Willing to travel periodically each month for site visits and support

Why you Will Love Working with Us 

Global Benefits:  

Be part of our sustainable mission with opportunities to grow within Nutreco, Skretting, Trouw Nutrition and the broader SHV group

Embrace our culture of diversity and inclusion, where we respect and value everyone

Annual bonus

Local Benefits:    

Competitive health benefits – Medical/Dental/Vision/HSA/FSA

Disability and Life insurance

Paid Parental Leave and Tuition Reimbursement

Paid time off:  vacation, sick days, floating holidays.

Next Steps:  

We value a seamless candidate experience and will review your application within five (5) business days.  

We appreciate your interest in joining our mission to innovate and sustainably shape the future of food production. Thank you for choosing a career with us and sharing your ambition to “Feed the Future!”  

Final candidates who are being considered for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check.  

Please note that candidates applying for USA job openings must be independently authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship.   

We are committed to employment equity and encourage applications from qualified individuals, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities.  

Our corporate values FEED your career: Passion | Inclusivity | Integrity | Trust | Curiosity.  These values are engrained into our core and shape everything we do.  

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