Local Field Application Specialist

Local Field Application Specialist (INDIA) 25.03.2025 IMV Group Created in 1963 and based in L'Aigle, France, IMV Technologies is the World Leader in animal reproductive biotechnologies. The Group has a dominant position in both the bovine and swine segments from gametes harvesting, analysis, packaging, freezing to insemination. The IMV group also has a strong presence in aquaculture, equine and other markets. The Group is committed to contribute to the preservation of the genetics of endangered species like the Great Panda in China. Through its subsidiary Cryo Biosystems, IMV Technologies is also present since 1987 in the human reproduction and biobanking sector, applying its expertise in embryo vitrification and sperm freezing for medically assisted procreation procedures or cryo-preservation solutions for the biobanking of biological samples. In 2021, the Group achieved a turnover of €135M and double-digit EBITDA ratio with a strong resilience in the COVID19 crisis environment. Since its creation the Group has always experienced sustained growth and a high level of profitability. Based in France, with subsidiaries in 9 countries (Brazil, China, India, Ireland, Netherlands, UK, United States, Spain, South Africa), and 3 representation offices (Germany, Italy, Russia) and an extensive network of distributors in more than 120 countries, IMV Technologies generates 88% of its turnover outside France. The Group has seven production sites located in 5 countries (France, UK, Spain, Netherlands, China). The Group has over 650 employees, including 240 in France, 160 in China and 100 in the UK. In addition to its organic development, IMV Technologies has been expanding its portfolio of activities and services through highly targeted acquisitions of either complementary businesses such as insemination endoscopy equipment (Herritech – 2015), ultrasound imaging (BCF & ECM - 2017), Swine Post Cervical AI (Tecnovet - 2020), technologies such as fish egg selection (GenetiRate - 2021) or manufacturing to strengthen the core business regionalization / localization such as the China Nelson Factory (2015). The growth ambition is strong, aiming for a turnover of €200m within 5 years and a continuously improved high level of profitability. To ensure its scalability and strengthen its process and organisation, the group has initiated different transformation programs in commercial efficiency, supply chain, quality and finance & IT systems. To support the growth and these transformations, a specific focus is done on Lean to build the IMV Business System (IBS) and HR to set up a global HR strategy. The Group started its fourth LBO in 2021 with Montagu Private Equity, that took over from Qualium Investissement, which was shareholder since 2014. More than 80% of the Group's managers are shareholders and hold about 15% of the capital. The Group's Management Committee has been chaired by Alain de Lambilly since January 2020. At his side, within the management committee: CFO, CHRO, Marketing Director, R&D and Quality Director, Industrial Director, Imaging Director, Farm Animal Sales Director, Human Reproduction Sales Director and the Subsidiary or Country General Managers. Title Local Field Application Specialist (India) Location Position Summary and Key Accountabilities IMV Technologies is looking for a Local Field Application Scientist in India, motivated by being the biological technical support in reproduction biotechnologies for India area. The goal is to support both Marketing, Sales and R&D for demonstrating our products value and biological impact in bovine species and at a less extent poultry. Within the Field Application team, the Local Field Application Specialist is responsible for India area: For delivering pre- and post-sales support by providing biological support and innovative training in Reproductive biotechnologies, all of this to help customers to work efficiently with our products. For assisting in business field trials in order to convince customers to switch to our products or to create data to support our marketing and sales teams. For continuous support for Sales, R&D and marketing teams and in occasionally, Customer Care, Quality and Technical Service. For assisting trials in the laboratory, or in broodstock farms for R&D field trials and product validation. It also includes technical vulgarized reports, and participating in decisions about the continuation of projects. The position works closely with R&D and Marketing project Managers to validate product launches and during the different phases of a project. Provide relevant improvements or new products to Marketing and R&D. Specific Responsibilities Provide accurate information and resolving customer issues promptly. Deliver trainings to customers and to collaborators. Stay informed about the market, new products and customers inquiries. Assist, conduct and/or supervise field trials in India. Work and prioritize requests autonomously to meet annual objectives and deadlines. Ensure an excellent company’s brand image and personal safety. Contribute to the continuous improvement of field application processes. The Person Nationality: Open. With a Vet, Engineer or Biomedical Master’s degree, you have at least a first successful experience in the field of bovine industry or more generally in reproductive biotechnologies. Previous Experience and Skills Experience in troubleshooting and demonstration or equipment installation. In-depth knowledge of bovine reproduction and breeding. Bonus or Preferred Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in R&D positions. Personal Characteristics A collaborative individual with demonstrated experience collaborating across team and with other departments. You are customer-oriented, with high skills in problem-solving. Rigorous approach to working protocols. Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills to face customer issues. You are synthetic and clear in writing and speaking. You want to work in a collaborative, respectful, efficient and professional atmosphere. You want to work in a team, you are committed to meeting your commitments and deadlines, to intervene directly on the destiny of an innovative company. At ease with complex prioritizations and multitasking. Willingness to take ownership. Able to travel up to 50% mainly in India, occasionally worldwide. Candidate Behaviour and Values Chart the courseMoves strategy to actionLeads in a global environment Leads through LeanChampions continuous improvementDrives for Results Build people, team & organizationCreates followership through collaborationBuilds strong, effective and diverse organizations Drive innovation and growthListens and responds to customer needsEncourages balanced risk taking to advance innovationConsistently uses sound judgmentOperates with transparency and is trusted #J-18808-Ljbffr