OverviewAdisseo is seeking a Business Manager – Dairy & Beef to own and grow our ruminant business in the Upper Midwest (MN, ND, SD, IA, and NE). This role combines commercial leadership, technical credibility, and relationship-driven selling to deliver sustainable growth for both Adisseo and our customers.
As a Business Manager, you will act as a trusted partner to nutritionists, producers, feed mills, and distribution partners, helping them improve animal performance while contributing to a more efficient and sustainable food system. You will have autonomy over your territory, supported by a collaborative and cross-functional team.
Responsibilities- Develop and drive sustainable growth for Adisseo’s dairy and beef portfolio, including Smartamine® M, MetaSmart®, Selisseo®, DynOmik®, and other specialty products
- Own the territory strategy by creating, implementing, and maintaining a robust business plan aligned with regional sales objectives
- Build long-term, trust-based relationships with key decision makers and influencers, including dairy and beef nutritionists, producers/managers, and feed mill personnel
- Promote amino acid balancing concepts and work collaboratively with customers and nutritionists to identify tailored nutritional solutions
- Collaborate closely with Technical Managers, Marketing, and other Business Managers to deliver integrated solutions and a consistent customer experience
- Represent Adisseo at industry conferences, customer meetings, and networking events, reinforcing our reputation as a leader in amino acid and animal nutrition
- Maintain accurate and timely activity reporting through CRM tools, providing visibility into opportunities, challenges, and market dynamics within the territory
- This role requires approximately 50–60% travel
How We Work at Adisseo
At Adisseo, we believe strong and sustainable results come from collaboration, integrity, and respect for people and expertise.
We value diverse perspectives and encourage open dialogue, continuous learning, and shared accountability. Our Business Managers are trusted to act with autonomy while working as part of a supportive, cross-functional team focused on long-term customer success, technical excellence, and ethical business practices.
Qualifications- Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science, Nutrition, Agriculture, or a related field
- 5+ experience building trusted relationships in the dairy and/or beef industry, with the ability to engage credibly with nutritionists, producers, and industry partners
- A consultative, solution-oriented selling approach, combining technical understanding with strong commercial judgment
- Ability to develop and execute a territory strategy, balancing short-term opportunities with long-term growth
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across diverse stakeholders
- Solid organizational and time-management skills to manage a geographically dispersed territory
- Comfort working autonomously while actively contributing to a collaborative team environment
What can set you apart:
- Knowledge of amino acid balancing concepts and experience working with formulation tools such as CNCPS or NRC
- Ability to translate technical concepts into clear, practical value for customers
- Curiosity and learning agility, with an interest in continuously developing technical and commercial expertise
- Comfort using data, digital tools, and CRM systems to inform decisions and manage the business
Additional Information:
Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Adisseo is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We recognize that strong candidates may not meet every requirement listed. If this role aligns with your experience and motivation, we encourage you to apply.
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.
