Job Description

This role will involve a strong degree of accuracy, as there will be a requirement to maintain an accurate day book, record notes and update all relevant pricelists and spreadsheets. Supporting the supply and sales of Blends to customers and prospects of Mole Valley Feed Solutions working with the field-based sales team and managers where required.
In this role the key responsibilities will include:

• Handle the day-to-day blend enquiries and leads that come in from customers, prospects, and the sales team
• Maintain an accurate day book and record notes on our business management system
• Formulate, set up and price blends to meet the nutritional requirements and needs of our customers using the format calculation program
• Maintain all relevant Mole Valley Feed Solutions pricelists, spreadsheets and the format calculator
• Price any un-priced blend’s liaising with the relevant salesperson
• Assist with all aspects of contract management
• To grow the sales of blends to existing Mole Valley Farmers members, and prospects by actively making outbound calls and build relationships
• Build and maintain a close working relationship with the key suppliers to meet the demands of the business
• Monitor monthly the sales performance and react accordingly
• Offer technical and nutritional support to our farm sales team and Alternative Feed Traders which could include some on farm calling as necessary

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Agricultural knowledge or experience
• Attention to detail
• Strong numerical skills
• Computer literate with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office package
• Ability to work under pressure
• A flexible and adaptable approach and willingness to learn new skills
• Effective communication skills
• Working as part of a team and on own initiative