Herd Manager / Technology Support

• Diagnose issues related to feeding, udder and animal health, reproduction, cow flow, milking routines, and parlor hygiene.
• Develop and present evidence‑based improvement plans.
• Conduct specialized audits (Pre‑Implementation AMS, Animal Welfare, Mastitis, and other GEA‑defined audits).
• Perform on‑farm optimization to improve throughput, efficiency, and animal wellbeing.

• Support farm layout design and the implementation of automatic milking systems (AMS).
• Deliver implementation and handover training to customers.
• Provide expert support for GEA herd‑management solutions, including DairyPlan, CowScout, FarmView, CowView, CattleEye and future digital tools (e.g., DairyNet).

• Deliver structured training for GEA FT teams and customers on herd‑management systems and digital tools.
• Conduct workshops, online sessions and on‑farm training tailored to user needs.
• Participate in international GEA training and knowledge‑exchange programs.

• Provide basic nutrition advisory (PMR, TMR) to support herd health and productivity.
• Offer ongoing guidance on best practices in herd management, milking procedures, and health monitoring.
• Collaborate with Sales during customer visits, product demos, and technical discussions.

• Promote and sell GEA services, audits, and optimization programs.
• Represent GEA at national fairs, regional events, and marketing initiatives.
• Build and maintain long‑term customer relationships with high service quality and consistent follow‑up.

• Analyze farm data (milk yield, KPIs, sensor data) to support customer decision-making.
• Prepare performance reports with actionable recommendations.
• Monitor and benchmark herd productivity across farms.

• Identify opportunities to enhance GEA tools, processes, and customer offerings.
• Act as an internal expert supporting product development with field insights.
• Lead pilot projects involving advanced technologies (precision livestock tools, sensors, automation).

• Work closely with Sales, Service, Engineering, R&D, and Product Management.
• Share customer feedback to improve product roadmaps, training programs, and field support.

• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a cross‑functional environment.
• Customer‑centric mindset with strong relationship‑building abilities.
• Degree in Animal Science, Veterinary Science, Dairy Technology, or related fields (preferred).
• Experience in dairy herd management or on-farm advisory roles more three years.
• Strong understanding of herd management, including nutrition, animal health, milking technology, and welfare standards.
• Ability to diagnose herd related issues accurately and translate findings into clear, actionable solutions.
• Experience with AMS, herd management systems, and dairy farm operations.
• Background in AMS implementation or dairy software systems will an advantage.
• High willingness to travel (office work – 20%; business trips – 80%) ​
• Driver license category B. accident-free driving.
• Knowledge of English (B1, B2) - Freely expresses their opinion. Freely writes letters and requests using technical vocabulary
• PC/software skills - MS Office; Advanced PC user, MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access).

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