Senior Dairy Business Advisor

Land O'Lakes, Inc.

. Serve as a trusted business consultant and risk management specialist for Land O'Lakes Dairy Member Owners .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $107,680 - $161,520 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in risk management and agricultural finance, with a strong ability to develop customized strategies and deliver insightful educational materials. Proven track record in consultative sales and relationship management within the dairy industry.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Risk Management ExpertiseAgricultural Finance KnowledgeConsultative Sales ExperienceStrong Analytical SkillsRelationship Management

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Hard Skills

Financial Statement AnalysisCost of Production AnalysisMarket Fundamentals UnderstandingRisk Management StrategiesRevenue Management ToolsForward ContractingDRPLRP

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCollaboration SkillsInfluencing Skills

Tools & Technologies

Proprietary Consulting Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Insurance Licenses

Industry Keywords

Dairy IndustryAgricultural IndustryBusiness DevelopmentMember EngagementSustainability Programs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a trusted business consultant and risk management specialist for Land O'Lakes Dairy Member Owners
Help members strengthen profitability, improve financial knowledge, and manage market volatility
Leverage proprietary tools to deliver farm financial and risk management consulting services
Develop customized risk management strategies using DRP, LRP, forward contracting, and revenue and margin management tools
Develop and deliver thought leadership, insights, and educational materials
Translate complex market, financial, and risk information into actionable business decisions
Build and maintain trusted relationships as the primary advisor for financial and risk management services
Facilitate on-farm profit team meetings
Establish Land O'Lakes as a trusted source of dairy business expertise through industry events, podcasts, publications, and educational programs
Coordinate with the broader MR team to understand member needs
Work cross-functionally to identify needs and develop solutions
Develop industry and membership financial analyses and insights for senior management
Contribute member insights and field feedback to consulting tools and services
Lead implementation and adoption of programs, tools, and member solutions across assigned territories
Represent Land O'Lakes at industry meetings, conferences, trade shows, and member events
Support sustainability, profitability, and business management programs
Collaborate with Purina, WinField United, and other business units to strengthen member engagement and performance

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Economics, Dairy Science, Business, Finance, or a related field or equivalent work experience
5+ years of experience in the dairy or agricultural industry with demonstrated expertise in risk management, agricultural finance, consulting, insurance, marketing, or business management
Proven track record of consultative sales, business development, and relationship management
Strong understanding of dairy farm financial statements, cost of production analysis, risk management strategies, and market fundamentals
Experience presenting complex financial and market concepts to diverse audiences
Ability to influence, collaborate, and drive results across cross-functional teams
Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
Licensed or ability to obtain applicable insurance licenses as required
Ability to travel extensively within assigned territory, including occasional overnight travel
Eligible to work in the United States, based on the posting location 'Virtual (USA)'

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Paid time off (PTO)
Life and disability insurance
Education assistance
401(k)
Well-being resources
Holiday pay
Employee development programs