Technical Services Lead - Animal Feed Additives

Overview

Kemin is seeking a strategic leader to advance our Animal Nutrition and Health Technical Services function, driving the development of technical capabilities that strengthen commercial growth, enhance scientific credibility, and deliver meaningful customer value. This role will lead the strategy and execution of large-animal research, field validation programs, and technical knowledge development, positioning Kemin as an industry leader in applied science, product performance, and technical education.

 

The ideal candidate is a business-minded technical leader who views Technical Services as a key driver of growth, leveraging credible, differentiated science to generate data that supports product claims, accelerates sales, and creates customer value. They will have a proven track record of building high-performing teams, improving sales effectiveness, increasing product adoption and retention, and establishing a clear link between technical investments and measurable commercial outcomes.

 

This is a remote-based position that requires up to 75% travel to support customers, research activities, and business initiatives.

 

 

Join the Kemin Team and Transform Lives!

We are a privately held, family-owned-and-operated global biotechnology company driven by curiosity and committed to transforming the quality of life for people, pets, and the planet.

 

We create solutions that strengthen health and wellbeing, provide nutrition and immune support for pets and production animals, safeguard the planet’s natural resources, and protect the global food supply chain for generations to come.

 

We supply over 500 specialty ingredients for various industries, including human and animal health and nutrition, pet food, aquaculture, nutraceutical, food technologies, crop technologies, textiles, biofuels, and animal vaccines.

 

We employ 3,500 global employees and operations in 90 countries, including manufacturing facilities in Belgium, Brazil, China, Egypt, India, Italy, San Marino, Singapore, South Africa, and the United States.

As a valued member of our team, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your financial, physical, and professional well-being:

• Competitive Financial Package: Enjoy a rewarding salary, uncapped bonus opportunities, a 401k match program, and generous paid vacation and holidays.
• Health and Wellness Support: Stay fit and healthy with our fitness reimbursement for the whole family, access to an on-site fitness center, a restaurant offering seasonal fresh food options, and free fresh fruit in break areas.
• Career Development and Advancement: Unlock your potential with opportunities for growth and development throughout your entire career.
• Continued Learning Opportunities: Grow your skills with our in-house learning platforms, offering thousands of training resources both live and online, and take advantage of tuition reimbursement for external post-secondary pursuits.
• Service Opportunities: Make a positive impact with paid time off for service, partnerships with The World Food Programme and Habitat for Humanity, and local community initiatives.

 

Responsibilities

Technical Services Function Leadership

• Lead, develop, and scale the Technical Services organization across species and regions.
• Define the vision, structure, and operating model for technical support aligned to commercial strategy.
• Establish clear priorities, KPIs, and resource allocation for maximum business impact.
• Recruit, develop, and coach technical talent to build a high-performing, credible field organization.
• Foster a culture of accountability, scientific rigor, and customer-centric execution.

Technical Capability Development

• Own and continuously enhance the organization’s technical expertise and competitive differentiation.
• Standardize tools, methodologies, and training for consistent, high-quality technical delivery.
• Ensure the team can effectively translate science → application → economic value.
• Build advanced capabilities in:
  • Gut health / microbiome / fermentation
  • Production system optimization (beef, dairy, equine, etc.)
  • Data interpretation and ROI modeling

Large Animal Research & Trial Governance

• Lead strategy and execution for large animal field research and validation trials.
• Establish a robust pipeline of commercially re