Description:
Minimum requirements for the role:
Must have a M.Sc. or B.Sc. in Animal Science, or BVSc (Veterinary Science) Minimum 1-5 years proven experience specifically as a Formulator/Nutritionist in the animal feed industry, with demonstrated competence in performing formulation work SACNASP registration is required or must be actively in the process of registration Understanding of swine and ruminant (large and small) nutrition in addition to poultry would be desirable Proficiency in a professional feed formulation software/platform (FORMAT or similar/equivalent) Premix industry experience is advantageous Strong team player with high emotional quotient (EQ) and excellent interpersonal/communication skills Comfortable engaging with diverse stakeholders (farmers, integrators, suppliers, internal teams) Excellent command of English (both spoken and written), combined with high computer literacy in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook Energetic, self-disciplined, highly organized, and able to manage multiple priorities Passion for excellence, dedication, and a proactive approach to problem-solving Must have a valid drivers license and be willing to travel regularly in Africa
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
Performing least-cost feed formulation and nutritional optimization for poultry (primary focus) and other livestock species using FORMAT or equivalent software, tailored to customer requirements, local ingredients, and production goals. Providing expert nutritional advisory services and technical recommendations to customers to improve animal performance, health, feed efficiency, and overall profitability. Delivering on-farm technical support, troubleshooting, and practical guidance to clients across Sub-Saharan Africa. Developing and conducting training sessions and workshops for customers on nutrition, feed formulation, health, hygiene, and management best practices. Recording, monitoring, and following up on technical queries and customer interactions using the companys CRM system. Preparing high-quality training materials, technical reports, presentations, and topical research content for internal and external use. Coordinating technical meetings, site visits, and stakeholder engagements (internal and external). Managing day-to-day administration of feed and raw material samples, including packaging, logging, delivery to third-party laboratories, and collation and presentation of analysis results to relevant teams and clients. Researching and staying updated on industry trends, ingredient developments, nutrition science, and emerging technologies to inform formulation strategies and advisory services. Supporting broader company operations in a small-team environment by assisting with ad
20 Jan 2026;
from:
gumtree.co.za