Genetic Services Specialist

Main Purpose of Role: Being part of our dynamic Northern Ireland team, you will report to the Genetic Services Manager. It will be your responsibility to provide a first-class advisory service to dairy and beef farmers on the Cogent portfolio of products and services to achieve improvements to the customer's herd. Key Responsibilities: - To run an efficient service utilising the pedigree mating service where possible - To build effective relationships with customers to deliver a service that meets their breeding requirements - Provide support across departments including Precision and Sales in delivering a professional service to new and existing customers - To manage and update the supporting IT database - To provide detailed action reports to customers and sales staff - Take responsibility for all record keeping and herd reports - Manage your own diary and accommodate customer and sales staff requests where possible - Continuously develop and improve the working practices of both you and your team Essential skills: - Excellent knowledge of pedigree and commercial dairy cattle breeding - Demonstrate a good understanding of cattle physiology - An ability to build and maintain strong relationships, both internally and externally - Have excellent knowledge and experience of MS office packages - Be prepared to travel to carry out your role - Full clean driving licence Enhanced Benefits - Annual leave entitlement starting at 23 days plus bank holiday, increasing with length of service up to 28 days plus bank holidays - Matched Pension Scheme - Life Assurance (4 times basic salary) - BUPA healthcare and Dental Plan - Long Service Awards at 5, 10, 15, 20 and 30 years - Enhanced Family Leave