Regional Sales Manager – Feed Additives & Animal Nutrition (Midwest Territory)
Blue Signal Search, Chicago, IL, United States
Location: Hybrid in Chicago, IL
A global innovator in biotechnology and feed solutions is expanding its U.S. operations and seeking a seasoned Regional Sales Manager to drive growth across the Midwest territory. Specializing in amino acids and nutritional additives for poultry and swine, this company blends international reach with a strong commitment to local customer success. If you are a results-driven sales leader with a deep understanding of animal nutrition and a network of key contacts in feed manufacturing, this is your opportunity to make a major impact within a rapidly evolving team.
What the role offers:
Competitive base salary with performance-based commission and structured bonus incentives.
Hybrid work model based out of the greater Chicago area, with regular travel across the Midwest region.
Join a lean, agile team where your input directly influences strategy and growth.
High visibility and collaboration with executive leadership across North America and Asia.
Opportunity to represent a global portfolio of science-driven feed solutions with a well-established production infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities:
Own and grow sales activity across the Midwest territory, with a strong focus on amino acid feed additives for poultry and swine nutrition.
Identify new sales opportunities within feed manufacturing, livestock integrators, and related agribusinesses.
Manage all phases of the sales cycle including quotations, negotiations, contracts, and delivery coordination.
Collaborate closely with global operations to ensure on-time delivery and fulfillment of customer orders.
Gather market intelligence to inform go-to-market strategies and competitive positioning.
Maintain strong customer relationships, offering technical guidance and ongoing post-sale support.
Track account performance, manage receivables, and deliver regular sales reporting to regional leadership.
Qualifications:
5+ years of successful B2B sales experience in the feed additives, amino acids, or broader animal nutrition industry.
Established relationships within the poultry or swine feed markets, ideally across Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, or other central U.S. states.
Demonstrated ability to drive new business development and manage high-value customer accounts.
Familiarity with international trade operations, logistics, and supply chain workflows related to agricultural commodities.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
Comfortable working in a cross-cultural environment with remote, international teams.
Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science, Agribusiness, or a related field preferred.
Preferred Experience:
Background in supply chain or logistics within the animal feed or ingredient sector.
Technical expertise in feed formulation or amino acid applications a strong plus.
Fluency in CRM systems, reporting tools, and territory planning software.
Join a company that is reshaping global feed markets with science-backed solutions and international strength. This is a unique opportunity for a regional sales professional to step into a pivotal role and thrive in a growth-focused environment.
Salary: $84,000 - $120,000 (approx.) Location: Chicago, IL
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A global innovator in biotechnology and feed solutions is expanding its U.S. operations and seeking a seasoned Regional Sales Manager to drive growth across the Midwest territory. Specializing in amino acids and nutritional additives for poultry and swine, this company blends international reach with a strong commitment to local customer success. If you are a results-driven sales leader with a deep understanding of animal nutrition and a network of key contacts in feed manufacturing, this is your opportunity to make a major impact within a rapidly evolving team.
What the role offers:
Competitive base salary with performance-based commission and structured bonus incentives.
Hybrid work model based out of the greater Chicago area, with regular travel across the Midwest region.
Join a lean, agile team where your input directly influences strategy and growth.
High visibility and collaboration with executive leadership across North America and Asia.
Opportunity to represent a global portfolio of science-driven feed solutions with a well-established production infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities:
Own and grow sales activity across the Midwest territory, with a strong focus on amino acid feed additives for poultry and swine nutrition.
Identify new sales opportunities within feed manufacturing, livestock integrators, and related agribusinesses.
Manage all phases of the sales cycle including quotations, negotiations, contracts, and delivery coordination.
Collaborate closely with global operations to ensure on-time delivery and fulfillment of customer orders.
Gather market intelligence to inform go-to-market strategies and competitive positioning.
Maintain strong customer relationships, offering technical guidance and ongoing post-sale support.
Track account performance, manage receivables, and deliver regular sales reporting to regional leadership.
Qualifications:
5+ years of successful B2B sales experience in the feed additives, amino acids, or broader animal nutrition industry.
Established relationships within the poultry or swine feed markets, ideally across Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, or other central U.S. states.
Demonstrated ability to drive new business development and manage high-value customer accounts.
Familiarity with international trade operations, logistics, and supply chain workflows related to agricultural commodities.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
Comfortable working in a cross-cultural environment with remote, international teams.
Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science, Agribusiness, or a related field preferred.
Preferred Experience:
Background in supply chain or logistics within the animal feed or ingredient sector.
Technical expertise in feed formulation or amino acid applications a strong plus.
Fluency in CRM systems, reporting tools, and territory planning software.
Join a company that is reshaping global feed markets with science-backed solutions and international strength. This is a unique opportunity for a regional sales professional to step into a pivotal role and thrive in a growth-focused environment.
Salary: $84,000 - $120,000 (approx.) Location: Chicago, IL
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