Dairy Data Analyst

WHO WE ARE

Based in Plain City, Ohio, Select Sires Inc. is committed to enhancing the productivity and profitability of dairy and beef producers. Highly fertile semen and genetic consultation are provided by three farmer-owned and -controlled cooperatives domestically, while World Wide Sires, Ltd. delivers international service. As the industry leader, Select Sires Inc. supplies farmers and ranchers with the world's best genetics, services and programs.

SELECT SIRES, INC MISSION

With the highest integrity, maximize the productivity, profitability, and sustainability of livestock producers who feed the world.

SELECT SIRES, INC. CORE VALUES

Integrity Dedication Respect Innovation

Select Sires, Inc. is currently seeking candidates to join our team as a Dairy Data Analyst. This salaried, exempt position is at our Plain City, OH facility and reports to the Associate Vice President of Data Services.

Specific duties and responsibilities of a Dairy Data Analyst include, but are not limited to,

Serve as a positive representation of the Select Sires, Inc. Mission and Core Values.

Analyze farm management data housed in the Select Data Lakehouse to generate reports and insights that support bull selection, sire development, and dairy farm advisement.

Serve as a resource for dairy data management including:

Data cleansing, translation, validation, processing and integrity maintenance

Identifying improvements for future data systems and workflows

Lead or contribute to data analysis projects such as:

Tracking semen-use and generating insights related to sire development

Monitoring daughter performance across dairy bulls

Developing new herd-management reports for Trusted Advisors

Conducting ad hoc analytics using herd management systems and data

Support research and development efforts related to Select Sires initiatives, such as Herd Health Profit $, slick genetics, and enhancements to genetic marketing designations.

Assist with dairy data projects and integrations involving major dairy herd management systems and related data streams. This person may also work with the Beef Data Analyst, IT and other data and R&D related roles.

Typical office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM –4:30 PM EST. Work schedules and duties are subject to change to meet departmental needs.

COMMITMENT TO EMPLOYEE GROWTH AND SUCCESS

Select Sires is a team-oriented atmosphere, encouraging employees to take greater responsibility for their careers to grow personally and professionally.

Select Sires offers employees competitive compensation packages that include flexible benefits,

Professional development through mentoring and internal and external training,

Advancement opportunities through career planning,

A culture instilled by a commitment to excellence, a passion for customer success, and high ethical standards,

A focus that includes work/life balance,

Community-oriented mindset as a major contributor to local organizations and events

Requirements

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES OF A DAIRY DATA ANALYST:

• Required: Proficiency with statistical software such as R, SAS, JMP, or similar

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in genetics, research and/or statistical analysis preferred

• Working knowledge of dairy herd management systems and dairy production operations is important

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

• Strong analytical thinking, creative problem-solving, and ability to customize insights for internal and external audiences

• Demonstrated attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities

• Self-motivated with a willingness to learn SQL, Power BI, additional dairy farm management and data platforms, and how to potentially apply artificial intelligence

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE OF A DAIRY DATA ANALYST:

• Required: Master’s degree (or equivalent experience) in Animal Science, Quantitative Genetics, Data Science, or related discipline

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF A DAIRY DATA ANALYST:

• Seldomly (0-1 hour) climb stairs, squat/kneel, twist, bend/stoop floor lift (0-17”) or carry up to 20 lbs.

• Occasionally (1-3 hours) stand/walk

• Constantly (6-8 hours) sit

DISCLAIMER

The job description is not intended to cover or describe all tasks, duties, and responsibilities the employee may be required to be asked to perform. Select Sires retains the right to change or add new tasks, duties, and responsibilities to the employee at any time, with or without notice.

WORK AUTHORIZATION

Evidence of work authorization upon employment is required in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Completion of USCIS form I-9 will be required to verify employment eligibility within three business days of the first day of employment.

AAP/EEO STATEMENT

Select Sires, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Select Sires, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location where the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Select Sires, Inc. expressly prohibits workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Select Sires, Inc.'s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including termination.

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