Livestock Sales & Training Consultant

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!
We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

About Us: A career at MFA Incorporated is your opportunity to support farmers and ranchers in our communities. We focus on whole-farm solutions through continuous learning and a collaborative team spirit. At MFA, team members are empowered to be strong customer partners and forward-thinking stewards of the land. 

Responsibilities: This person is responsible for developing, coordinating, and delivering livestock training programs that support sales growth, employee development, dealer success, and customer education. This position serves as a livestock subject matter expert for MFA sales personnel, affiliate locations, independent dealers, and retail teams. All efforts are focused on increasing livestock product knowledge, strengthening customer relationships, supporting profitable livestock sales growth, and enhancing the overall effectiveness of MFA's livestock business. All duties should be performed in accordance with company policy.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and facilitate livestock technical training programs for sales personnel, retail employees, affiliate employees, and independent dealers.
• Coordinate livestock-related training and support activities across the organization.
• Schedule and lead training meetings, workshops, webinars, and field demonstrations.
• Develop educational materials, presentations, training guides, and livestock sales resources.
• Coordinate internal subject matter experts and industry partners to meet training needs. 
• Plan, organize, and facilitate producer meetings, educational seminars, customer appreciation events, and livestock-focused programs.
• Develop training content and meeting agendas tailored to producer needs and livestock market opportunities.
• Support livestock sales efforts through customer education and technical consultation.
• Assist locations and sales teams with producer engagement strategies.

Benefits  

·                      Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 

·                      Health and Wellness Incentives 

·                      Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) 

·                      Prescription Insurance 

·                      401k with Company Match 

·                      Retirement Plan 

·                      PTO on Day 1 

·                      9 Paid Holidays 

·                      Employee Referral Program 

·                      Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) 

·                      Educational Assistance 

Qualifications 

• Bachelor's degree in Animal Science, Agricultural Education, Agricultural Business, or related field preferred.
• Equivalent livestock industry experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in livestock production, livestock sales, animal nutrition, agricultural retail, training, or related field.
• Experience conducting educational programs, producer meetings, sales training, or employee development programs preferred.
• Experience working with multiple segments of the livestock industry, including beef, dairy, small ruminants, and/or swine preferred. Adapted from requirements in the existing training and outside sales role.

Apply If  

·                      You desire to thrive in agriculture and seek a key role in the industry.  

·                      You embody our commitment to success and reflect our company culture.  

·                      You have or are willing to develop basic computer skills.  

Join us in making a positive impact in agriculture. Apply today!