Dairy Services Key Account Manager - South West - RK015

De Lacy Executive; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job description

Have you got dairy in your DNA and a knack for data and client relationships?

Join a leading provider of independent livestock solutions and help shape the future of on-farm services.

We're looking for a motivated individual to become part of a passionate, close-knit team based in the heart of the South West. You'll play a key role across the business - managing strategic client accounts, developing new opportunities with major players in the dairy sector, and supporting the delivery of expert services including our market leading dairy costings service.

You'll bring strong experience in the agriculture or dairy sector - or a proven track record in agribusiness sales, account management, or business development. Confident with data, you'll be comfortable analysing and interpreting farm performance, writing clear reports, and delivering technical advice directly to farmers.

A hybrid working structure may be considered, depending on operational needs.

Main Responsibilities

1. Maintain strong relationships with existing clients across your ledger
2. Drive business development both on-farm and across the wider industry
3. Lead strategic, targeted acquisition of new accounts
4. Contribute to further developing services and support their implementation
5. Use data analytics to optimise service delivery and client outcomes
6. Provide technical advice and insights to both existing and prospective clients
7. Produce financial reports with a focus on dairy farm costings
8. Oversee project management tasks including tenders and full project lifecycles
9. Collaborate across functional teams

Additional Responsibilities

1. Support industry knowledge exchange through technical writing and face to face communication
2. Potential to take on team leadership responsibilities in the future
3. Provide support on smaller accounts where required
4. Assist with broader business functions within the office as needed

You will bring:

1. A broad background in agriculture or agribusiness
2. Strong skills in data analysis, interpretation, and management
3. A proactive mindset towards business development and sales
4. Solid commercial acumen and confidence with financial data
5. The ability to make sound, complex decisions with autonomy
6. A team-oriented attitude and proven relationship-building skills

Remuneration:

• Basic salary of £40,000 - £50,000, depending on experience
• Hybrid Working Considered

For more information and an informal confidential discussion please call Rupert Kettle on: / or e-mail your CV (in word format) and covering letter to , thank you.