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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Dairy Technical Specialist - **Company:** Land O'Lakes, Inc. - **Location:** Sioux City, IA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $114,000.0 - $140,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Data Analysis, Podcasting, Decision Support Systems, SAP Sales and Distribution, Software Engineering - **Published:** August 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/dairy-technical-specialist-sioux-falls-sd--08ace9b6-024b-4dd7-9f31-7e99def26d68 ## About the Role * PhD or DVM with 5-9 years of experience preferred, Master's degree with 10+ years field experience * Dairy industry acumen and ability to work effectively within diverse industry segments. * Strong technical knowledge of species nutritional requirements and management. * Excellent communication skills, including presentation and technical writing abilities. * Experience providing customer-facing technical support and training. * Ability to translate complex science into practical, customer-friendly applications. * Collaborative approach with demonstrated ability to work across departments., Business Growth, Business Strategy, Communication Skills, Conferences, Content Delivery/Distribution, Content Development, Customer Relations, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Support/Service, Data Analysis, Decision Support, Dietary Management, Direct Sales, Insurance, LinkedIn, Management Consulting, Market Analysis, Market Research, Market Trend Analysis, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Meet Sales Quota, Partner Sales, Podcasting, Product Development, Product/Service Launch, Regional Sales, Research & Development (R&D), Sales, Sales Management, Sales Presentation, Sales Support, Software Development, Team Player, Technical Analysis, Technical Delivery, Technical Presentation, Technical Sales, Technical Support, Technical Writing, Technical/Engineering Design, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills ## Description The Dairy Technical Specialist provides technical expertise and support within an assigned sales region, working directly with the sales team and customers. The specialist will work closely with multiple departments, including the Area Sales Manager, sales team, marketing, customer service, and R&D, to ensure the highest standards of technical excellence and customer satisfaction. Territory is the North Central Division (MN, Eastern SD, Northern IA), Engages in technical support of direct selling activities (80%): * Provides farmgate Sales support including nutritional and animal management consultations to drive growth aligned to business strategies. Partners with sales and key dealers to call on large accounts. Collaborates with Area Sales Manager and Sales Specialists to meet sales goals. * Interfaces with industry associations, vendors, and competitors to stay informed about research, market trends, and industry developments. * Gathers and analyzes technical market data to support strategic decision-making * Creates content and delivers technical sales presentations at live events, VIP meetings, podcasts, expos, dealer/sales meetings, and conferences. Collaborates with Marketing department to share expertise (10%): * Influences and supports development and execution of marketing strategies and tactics * Shares dairy technical expertise across the organization including editorial reviews and technical design and content of marketing materials. * Helps translate product science into language that resonates with consumers. * Responds to technical customer inquiries. 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