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Drive Companion Animal and Aquatics sales, margin, and shrink performance through disciplined execution. * Utilize business insights to analyze trends, identify opportunities, and implement ...

Drive Companion Animal and Aquatics sales, margin, and shrink performance through disciplined execution. * Utilize business insights to analyze trends, identify opportunities, and implement ...

Drive Companion Animal and Aquatics sales, margin, and shrink performance through disciplined execution. * Utilize business insights to analyze trends, identify opportunities, and implement ...

Drive Companion Animal and Aquatics sales, margin, and shrink performance through disciplined execution. * Utilize business insights to analyze trends, identify opportunities, and implement ...

Drive Companion Animal and Aquatics sales, margin, and shrink performance through disciplined execution. * Utilize business insights to analyze trends, identify opportunities, and implement ...

Drive Companion Animal and Aquatics sales, margin, and shrink performance through disciplined execution. * Utilize business insights to analyze trends, identify opportunities, and implement ...

Drive Companion Animal and Aquatics sales, margin, and shrink performance through disciplined execution. * Utilize business insights to analyze trends, identify opportunities, and implement ...

Drive Companion Animal and Aquatics sales, margin, and shrink performance through disciplined execution. * Utilize business insights to analyze trends, identify opportunities, and implement ...

Drive Companion Animal and Aquatics sales, margin, and shrink performance through disciplined execution. * Utilize business insights to analyze trends, identify opportunities, and implement ...

Drive Companion Animal and Aquatics sales, margin, and shrink performance through disciplined execution. * Utilize business insights to analyze trends, identify opportunities, and implement ...

Drive Companion Animal and Aquatics sales, margin, and shrink performance through disciplined execution. * Utilize business insights to analyze trends, identify opportunities, and implement ...

Drive Companion Animal and Aquatics sales, margin, and shrink performance through disciplined execution. * Utilize business insights to analyze trends, identify opportunities, and implement ...

Drive Companion Animal and Aquatics sales, margin, and shrink performance through disciplined execution. * Utilize business insights to analyze trends, identify opportunities, and implement ...

Drive Companion Animal and Aquatics sales, margin, and shrink performance through disciplined execution. * Utilize business insights to analyze trends, identify opportunities, and implement ...

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How much do animal sales jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for animal sales in the United States is $81,617.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53,000.00 and $96,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an animal sales?

An Animal Sales job involves selling animals, pet supplies, or livestock to individuals, pet stores, farms, or other businesses. Responsibilities may include educating customers on animal care, maintaining proper sales records, and ensuring animals are healthy and well-kept. Professionals in this field often work for breeders, pet shops, agricultural businesses, or exotic animal suppliers. Strong communication, customer service, and knowledge of animal care are essential for success in this role.

What does an animal sales do?

A typical day in Animal Sales involves interacting with potential buyers, educating customers on animal care and product needs, and ensuring the well-being and proper documentation of the animals. You may spend time managing inventory, coordinating with veterinarians or suppliers, and handling logistics such as transport and delivery. Collaboration with sales and support staff is common, and you’ll often address customer inquiries or resolve concerns. This dynamic environment requires adaptability and a balance between animal welfare and achieving sales goals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in animal sales, and why are they important?

To thrive in Animal Sales, you need a strong understanding of animal care, husbandry, and industry regulations, often coupled with a background in agriculture, animal science, or related fields. Familiarity with customer relationship management (CRM) systems, basic inventory software, and, in some settings, certification in animal handling or sales techniques is beneficial. Excellent interpersonal skills, customer service orientation, and persuasive communication abilities help build trust with clients and colleagues. These competencies ensure ethical, effective sales practices and high customer satisfaction in a specialized market.

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Infographic showing various Animal Sales job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $81,617 per year, or $39.2 per hour.

Value Chain Calf Supply Lead

Land O'Lakes

Arden Hills, MN • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 16 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Identify calves, growers, and cooperatives for participation in the Beef Value Chain.

  • Ensure onboarding of cattle and customers specific to nutritional programs, data capture, and contractual arrangements.

  • Manage day-to-day operations of young animal supply, especially at the nursery.


Land O'Lakes rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 54 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

70th of 443 rated food and drinks producers


Job description

Value Chain Calf Supply Lead

The Value Chain Calf Supply Lead will lead the enrollment of calves into the Beef Value Chain by developing strategic partnerships and supply pathways across the Young Animal segment. This role will partner closely with the Young Animal sales team, including Tech Leads, and will own DBX-related components of the Young Animal strategy, including DBX program growth, data management, compliance, and stakeholder relationships.

This individual will identify calves, growers, and cooperatives for participation in the Beef Value Chain and ensure successful onboarding of cattle and customers related to nutrition programs, data capture, and contractual requirements. The role will work closely with Animal Nutrition, Young Animal, Purina, cooperative partners, and other internal contributors to build supply, expand participation, and deliver value across the chain.

The ideal candidate will bring experience in the cooperative, dairy, or beef space, preferably with beef supply chain and technical nutrition expertise. This role requires a strategic thinker who is comfortable working in ambiguity, can build strong partnerships, and is motivated to support growth across the Land O’Lakes cooperative network.

Ideal candidates with be location in Wisconsin, Eastern Minnesota, Northeast Iowa, Northern Illinois, Northern Indiana or Southern Michigan.

Key Responsibilities

  • Identify calves, growers, and cooperatives for participation in the Beef Value Chain.
  • Ensure onboarding of cattle and customers specific to nutritional programs, data capture, and contractual arrangements.
  • Meet or exceed value chain enrollment expectations.
  • Develop strategic relationships and partnerships across the Young Animal space.
  • Collaborate with Purina and cooperative partners.
  • Manage day-to-day operations of young animal supply, especially at the nursery.
  • Identify, develop, and enroll new participants in the value chain.
  • Contribute to strategies that strengthen competitive positioning and deliver value to all participants.

Basic Qualifications

  • Four-year agriculture degree required.
  • Five years of experience in the cooperative, dairy, or beef space.
  • Ability to work independently and navigate ambiguity.
  • Ability to build relationships across the value chain.
  • Ability to travel 50% to 75%.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Beef supply chain experience.
  • Technical nutrition expertise.
  • Advanced degree.

Compensation

  • Base salary is dependent upon experience/tenure and generally ranges between: $93,360 - $140,040
  • Target bonus is: 12%
  • In most cases, candidates offered employment can expect to be hired at a pay rate near the middle of our salary ranges.

About Land O'Lakes, Inc.

Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.


Benefits for most full-time roles include medical, dental, vision, PTO, life & disability insurance, education assistance, a 401k and a variety of well-being resources. Most part-time employees are eligible for prorated PTO, holiday pay, employee development programs, prorated education assistance, and a 401(k).

Land O'Lakes, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/Vets/Disabled. The company maintains a drug-free workforce, including post-employment substance abuse testing pursuant to a Drug and Alcohol Policy.

Neither Land O’Lakes, nor its search firms, will ever contact you and ask for confidential information over the phone or in email. If you receive a call or email like this, please do not provide the information being requested. 

Land O'Lakes does not use Automated Decision-Making Technology, as defined by California law, to substantially replace human decision-making or make significant decisions about applications for employment or contracting opportunities.


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Join our team and be a part of a 100-year-old farmer- and retailer-owned cooperative that is actively shaping the future of the global food and agriculture industry.

Industry

Agriculture

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Arden Hills, MN, US

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