Ruminant Technical Advisor

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.
 

Do you want to apply your knowledge of ruminant nutrition while growing your skills in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? As a Ruminant Technical Advisor at Trouw Nutrition GB, where you will use your technical expertise to support colleagues, work closely with customers, and contribute to innovative solutions that improve livestock health and productivity.
 

This role is ideal for candidates 1–2 years out of university, with some exposure to ruminant nutrition, who are eager to grow into a broader technical and customer-facing role.
 

About the Role – Support and Deliver Technical Excellence
Responsibilities:

• Serve as a technical point of contact for the Technical and Formulations teams, providing guidance on product formulation, nutritional specifications, and on-farm solutions

• Collaborate with commercial colleagues to deliver presentations and advice to customers, ensuring technical information is clear, actionable, and engaging

• Support the planning and execution of technical projects, including trials, campaigns, and internal training programs

• Focus on key ruminant nutrition areas, providing insight and expertise to support decision-making

• Stay up to date with the latest scientific research, industry trends, and regulatory developments, translating insights into practical guidance for colleagues and customers

• Contribute to local and global innovation initiatives, helping bring new products and solutions to the UK market

• Participate in on-farm visits, customer meetings, and industry events, confidently representing Trouw Nutrition GB and its technical expertise
   

Skills and Expertise
Qualifications:

• Degree in Animal Nutrition, Agriculture, Veterinary Science, or a related field

• Some experience or exposure to ruminant nutrition (1–2 years post-university)

• Understanding of the farming/livestock industry

• Proactive, curious, and eager to learn, with strong communication and presentation skills, able to work effectively with colleagues and customers, manage multiple projects, and handle data efficiently.

• Willingness to travel occasionally to customer sites

• Location: hybrid role based in the Ashbourne, with flexibility to work from home
   

Why You Will Love Working with Us
Global Benefits:

• Opportunity to shape and grow a new position at the intersection of sustainability, animal nutrition, and innovation.

• A full-time position in an international, dynamic environment

• Competitive remuneration package, good pension scheme

• Opportunities for professional growth within Nutreco and the broader SHV group
   

Next Steps

We value a seamless candidate experience and aim to respond within five (5) business days. The hiring process typically takes 4–6 weeks. For more information, please contact Luisa Ligabo at luisa.ligabo@nutreco.com. We appreciate your interest in joining our mission to innovate and sustainably shape the future of food production.

Our organisation:

Trouw Nutrition is the global leader in innovative feed specialties, premixes and nutritional services for the animal nutrition industry. Trouw Nutrition provides species-specific nutritional solutions consisting of feed concepts, products and nutritional know-how. The unique combination of products, models and services Trouw Nutrition offers, boosts productivity and supports animal health through all life stages, contributing to our customers' peace of mind. Trouw Nutrition's nutrition solutions have met the need of farmers and home-mixers, feed producers, integrators and distributors. Trouw Nutrition has locations in 25 countries and around 5000 employees.  Our mission is Feeding the Future.

Equal Opportunity Employer: 

Trouw Nutrition is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all roles without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital, parental, military status or any other status protected by applicable local law. Please advise us at any point during the recruitment and selection process if you require accommodation. Trouw Nutrition is committed to compliance with all applicable legislation, including providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities.