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CowManager

Dairy Success Manager

Syracuse, NY · On-site

$17.75 - $21.75/hr

Our sensor technology supports dairy farms in more than 40 countries worldwide, helping improve herd health, fertility, transition and nutrition through real-time data and actionable insights. As a ...

Roberts Dairy Service

Robot Technician

Saint Johns, MI · On-site

Opportunities and Responsibilities · Possibilities to travel · Ability to learn cutting edge technology · Troubleshoot and repair broken and/or malfunctioning dairy equipment · Complete and ...

Dairy.com

Tier II Systems Engineer

Elkhorn, WI

Dairy.com is positioned to be the world's preeminent provider of dairy intelligence and technology, helping our customers feed a growing world. That's what we strive for every day. We're a critical ...

Dairy.com

Tier II Systems Engineer

Elkhorn, WI · On-site

Dairy.com is positioned to be the world's preeminent provider of dairy intelligence and technology, helping our customers feed a growing world. That's what we strive for every day. We're a critical ...

Novonesis

Account Manager

... Dairy Technology/ Dairy Science / Food Science from a reputed Institute or University or College of Dairy Technology with relevant Experience. Functional Skills • Motivation for Sales • ...

Virginia Tech

Dairy Technician

Blacksburg, VA · On-site

Dairy Technician Apply now Back to search results Job no: 536069 Work type: Staff Senior management ... About Virginia Tech Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the ...

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AspectDairy TechDairy Processing Technician
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; technical certificationsHigh school diploma; technical training or certifications often preferred
Work EnvironmentLaboratories, farms, manufacturing plantsProcessing plants, manufacturing facilities
Industry UsageDesign, maintenance, and operation of dairy equipment and technologyProcessing, packaging, and quality control of dairy products

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Dairy Success Manager

CowManager

Syracuse, NY • On-site

$17.75 - $21.75/hr

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

Job description

Do you want to help U.S. dairy producers get the very best out of CowManager's smart monitoring technology?
CowManager is rapidly expanding across the United States together with a strong network of partners and dealers. Our sensor technology supports dairy farms in more than 40 countries worldwide, helping improve herd health, fertility, transition and nutrition through real-time data and actionable insights.
As a Dairy Success Manager, you play a central role in driving adoption and long-term success across your region. You work directly with producers and dealer personnel in the field to ensure the CowManager system delivers measurable improvements in herd performance.
Your mission goes beyond support. You enable producers to fully utilize the platform, strengthen dealer capability, and help translate data into real operational and financial impact.
With CowManager continuing to grow in the U.S. dairy market, this role offers a unique opportunity to combine dairy expertise, technology and commercial awareness in a fast-moving environment.
The Role
As Dairy Success Manager, you act as the key link between CowManager, dairy producers and our U.S. dealer network within your assigned region.
Your responsibilities include:
  • Serving as a trusted advisor to dairy producers and dealer personnel, helping optimize the daily use of CowManager
  • Facilitate dealer success and enthusiasm by leading by example and maintaining a positive attitude.
  • Driving strong onboarding and system adoption to ensure long-term customer success and retention
  • Providing technical support via phone, email and on-farm visits
  • Proactively monitoring CowManager systems, identifying performance issues, data inconsistencies or hardware concerns and coordinating with internal teams
  • Supporting hardware installations and integrations with herd management, parlor and dairy software systems
  • Delivering structured training and follow-up sessions for both producers and dealer staff
  • Identifying opportunities to increase engagement, module utilization and overall value realization
  • Working closely with U.S. sales teams and international CowManager colleagues to ensure consistent customer experience and support regional growth
  • Representing CowManager at dairy events, trade shows and industry meetings when needed

Travel within your assigned region is expected.
About CowManager
CowManager is an innovative international agri-tech company and the inventor of the world's first ear sensor for dairy cattle. Our technology helps producers monitor animal health, fertility, transition, nutrition and behavior using real-time data and smart analytics. We work closely with producers, dealers and partners worldwide. Our headquarters are based on a working dairy farm in the Netherlands, with teams active across Europe, New Zealand and the United States. We believe in long-term relationships, practical solutions and continuous improvement.
Your Profile
You bring dairy expertise combined with a strong technical and practical mindset.
  • Strong affinity with the dairy industry, including knowledge of cow fertility, health and nutrition
  • Hands-on experience working with dairy cattle is a clear advantage
  • Strong IT affinity, including familiarity with software platforms, data, hardware and basic networking
  • Analytical, structured and solution-oriented, with the ability to translate data into practical farm outcomes
  • Customer-focused with strong communication skills and a high level of empathy
  • Independent, proactive and well-organized in managing your region
  • Passion for innovation and technology in dairy production
  • Willingness to travel within your assigned region

Applicants must be based in the United States and legally authorized to work.
What We Offer
  • A key role in a fast-growing U.S. dairy technology team
  • The opportunity to work closely with progressive producers and dealer partners
  • High level of independence, responsibility and regional ownership
  • An informal, international company culture with short communication lines
  • Competitive salary and benefits package

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