Sales Manager - Poultry (Southeast US)

Description As relentless advocates for intelligent nutrition, NOVUS delivers advanced technology, rooted in scientific research designed to help animals reach their full potential. Driven by our passion for science and our intrinsic innovation, we work alongside animal producers and owners around the globe, to help create a world where we feed solutions instead of treating problems. Why choose NOVUS: Robust Benefits Package: Market-competitive compensation and locally selected benefits in every country where we operate. Hybrid Work Model: We are committed to your work-life balance. Our hybrid work model lets you thrive whether you're at the office or working remotely. Comprehensive Well-Being: Our employees’ well-being matters. We offer a variety of programs to support physical, mental, and emotional health. Expect to be inspired, to innovate, and to make a lasting impact in the world of animal nutrition globally by joining colleagues in over 80 countries, devoted to transforming the animal nutrition industry. NOVUS is Made of More™. More science. More insight. More inspiration. It’s called intelligent nutrition — and it’s how we show the world what we’re made of. Are you ready to show the world what you’re made of? General Responsibilities This role is accountable for the sales of Novus´s products and promoting the interests of Novus International in Poultry markets in the Southeast region of US (GA, FL, AL, MS and PA). • Manage Novus business to maximize revenue and profit, short term and long term, in the assigned territory. • Contribute to the development of an efficient Sales and Marketing team, including submission of timely and thorough market intelligence, pro-actively sharing selling tools, market information, and taking responsibility for personal development. • Build greater partnerships with all customers in the territory through regular sales calls and participation in industry meetings to ensure alignment on business strategy. • Maintain close relationship with Novus Marketing, Technical Services and Customer Service to secure alignment on business strategy. • Compliance with the Novus Management System, Novus Integrity System and all policies and procedures related to position assignment. Professionally always represent Novus International by adhering to the highest ethical standards. • Work within Novus, being part of a team effort in maximizing product development and sales all functional departments/areas as part of the team and is not someone who merely advises remotely. General Guidance for Key Knowledge/Skills/ Experience • Bachelor’s degree or comparable training and 5+ years of sales experience, with nutritional experience/background a bonus. Previous tech/sales experience with major poultry integrators and full knowledge and understanding of their business practices. • Knowledge of Novus and/or other industry products relevant to the poultry and pork industries. • Interpersonal and communication skill for effectively and positively interacting with customers, potential customers, colleagues and industry personnel. • Development of business strategies, plans and tactics with clear communication with the Novus sales manager and with other Sales personnel. • Efficiently manage Novus' resources within the assigned territory. Other Essential Requirements • Fluent in English. • Must be licensed, insurable and able to drive a motor vehicle. • Should be based in the Southeast US. • Must be able to travel 3-5 days per week, 3 out of 4 weeks per month. Most is by company car, with some by air.