Graduate Development Programme

Applications for our current Graduate Development Programme are now closed.

Our Graduate Development Programme is designed to develop future agricultural professionals through a combination of structured training, practical experience, mentoring and personal development.

Over two years, participants gain exposure to key areas of the Fane Valley Feeds business, building the technical, commercial and leadership skills needed for a successful career within the agricultural sector.

Benefits of the Programme

Holidays to relax – Excellent work life balance, some ability to work from home and the ability to manage your own diary.
Training and support – Industry leading training in ruminant nutrition, forage production and diet formulation.
Opportunities to travel – National & European study tours & training.
Benefits package – Healthcare Plan, Company Pension & Life Assurance, Health & Well-Being strategy which incorporates a range of on-going initiatives and programmes.
Fully expensed company vehicle – You will collect your keys on day one so you will need a full driving licence.

Objective

Upon completion of this program, graduates will be prepared to enter the agricultural feed sales industry with the knowledge and skills they need to be successful. They will be able to:

Identify and meet the needs of their customers.
Develop and implement effective sales strategies.
Manage their sales territory effectively.
Deliver sustainable sales growth.
Prepare for a future career path within the Fane Valley group of companies.

What You Will Cover

Over the two years you will train and gain knowledge in various aspects of the business to include:

Feed Science
Feed Sales
Poultry Production
Agricultural Marketing
Agricultural Law
Agricultural Finance
Agricultural Leadership
Presentation Skills

Optional learning in year two of Business Management or Ruminant Nutrition Post Grad diploma.

Final Business Project

Research, create and deliver a business improvement project for Fane Valley Feeds based on the knowledge skills and experience gained over the 2 year programme.

The purpose is to analyse a business performance issue and to devise a strategy and action plan to overcome the issue, focusing on activities that will have a real impact on Fane Valley Feeds and add tangible value to the business.

To be presented to the Board of Directors and Senior Management of Fane Valley Feeds.

What You Will Get

Qualify as a CowSignals® Master with Joep Driessen in the Netherlands. Have full access to the Salesgeek Academy.

Your Future
While applications are currently closed, the Graduate Development Programme remains a key part of our commitment to developing future talent. At Fane Valley as part of our ‘Growing Better Together’ philosophy, our mission is to provide a better future for all our employees by continually
investing in training and development and challenging them every day to realise their full potential. We offer a wide range of training, development, coaching and mentoring programmes both introducing new talent to our business and developing the capabilities and skills of our current employees