Territory Sales Manager – Livestock, Dairy & Beef

Van Beek Natural Science

. Build and execute a territory plan to deliver consistent growth across dairy and beef operations .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeWisconsin • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in direct sales within the livestock and agriculture sectors, with a strong focus on building relationships and driving revenue growth. Proficient in developing territory plans and executing strategies that enhance animal health and producer profitability.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Direct Sales ExperienceDairy Operations KnowledgeAnimal Health ExpertiseAccount Prospecting and ClosingRelationship-Building Skills

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Hard Skills

Sales Pipeline ManagementMarket Penetration StrategiesAccount GrowthTerritory PlanningProduct Positioning

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationSelf-AccountabilityDiscipline

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Animal ScienceBachelor's Degree in Agricultural BusinessBachelor's Degree in Animal Health

Industry Keywords

LivestockAgricultureDairyBeefAnimal NutritionVeterinariansNutritionistsFeed ChannelsDistribution NetworksProducer Profitability

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build and execute a territory plan to deliver consistent growth across dairy and beef operations
Identify, target, and convert sales with dairy operations, dealer stores, nutritionists, veterinarians, and feed channels
Align with distribution networks to increase product movement and market penetration
Position solutions that improve intake, animal health, and producer profitability
Spend at least 3 days per week in the field on-farm, building relationships and closing business with distribution networks
Maintain a disciplined sales pipeline, follow up on leads, and create new opportunities
Attend tradeshows, producer meetings, and industry events as assigned and approved by management
Build new accounts and drive revenue growth and market expansion across the territory

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years of direct sales experience related to livestock, agriculture, or a related industry required
Experience in dairy, beef, livestock, animal health, or animal nutrition required
Bachelor's degree in animal science, agricultural business, animal health, business, or a related field strongly preferred
Proven ability to prospect, close, and grow accounts
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
High level of self-accountability and discipline
Willingness to travel for on-farm visits, tradeshows, and training
Minimum 3+ days per week on-farm

Benefits

Comp & perks

Unlimited commission
Performance-driven culture with recognition for high performers
Growth opportunity to build a territory, expand influence, and increase earning potential
Tools and team support with autonomy over outcomes