Junior Herd Manager

At our location in Bönen (near Dortmund), we are looking for a Junior Herd Manager (m/f/d) to join us as soon as possible.

GEA Farm Technologies is one of the world's leading providers of innovative solutions for modern dairy farming.

From automated milking systems and intelligent feeding technology to digital tools for herd management – GEA supports farmers around the globe in increasing productivity, improving animal welfare, and promoting sustainable agriculture.

Responsibilities / Tasks

• Global Herd Management Support
• Provide expert guidance on herd management topics and support the use of GEA software solutions (e.g., DairyNetBox, CowScout, CattleEye)
• Advise on feeding strategies and performance optimization, especially after the implementation of automated milking and feeding systems
• Offer hands-on support during system commissioning and beyond
• Training & Knowledge Sharing
• Conduct international training sessions and contribute to the development of learning formats, from e-learning modules to webinars
• Help create, maintain, and update training materials and digital content
• Communication & Coordination
• Collaborate closely with internal departments, global herd managers, and service specialists
• Handle service requests via ticketing systems and ensure timely, effective solutions
• Project Work & Innovation
• Participate in development projects aimed at improving herd management processes and digital solutions
• Support the creation of technical documentation, guidelines, and presentations

Your Profile / Qualifications

• A degree in agricultural sciences with a focus on cattle, veterinary science or a comparable agricultural qualification
• First professional experience in herd management or similar
• Additional practical expertise in feeding or breeding is a plus
• A proactive, customer-focused mindset and the ability to work independently
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, and a collaborative spirit
• Curiosity, openness or experience in working with AI-based tools and technologies to enhance herd management and decision-making
• Strong English skills (spoken and written); other languages are a bonus
• Willingness to travel internationally on occasion

What We Offer

• A dynamic international work environment with exciting challenges
• 35-hour full-time work week with flexible hours (flextime)
• Salary and benefits are based on the applicable collective labor agreement
• Comprehensive onboarding and continuous learning opportunities
• 30 days of vacation
• Company bike leasing program
• On-site cafeteria, health initiatives & employee discounts (Corporate Benefits)

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