Careers

Working at Shearwell

Who we are

We are Shearwell Data. Formed in 1990 with a vision not just to provide animal identification solutions for farmers but also to empower those farmers through the data they collect. Today our range of solutions has expanded to include the manufacture of ear tags for cattle, sheep and pigs as well as farm management software and apps for beef and sheep farmers, electronic identification systems for livestock and web-based databases for data storage, data transfer and comparison.

Where we are

Beautiful Exmoor! We’re a privately-owned company and we are housed in purpose-built premises on a working sheep farm. There’s no underground here and no buses stop outside, but then there are no traffic jams either. Instead we have glorious countryside, a warm, friendly working environment and we're a fast-growing hi-tech agribusiness.

Where we're going

Today there are more than 120 of us working in locations around the world and we are growing fast. This is a great place to work and to grow. Take a look at the current vacancies (below) or just get in touch with a cover letter about what drives you as well as a copy of your CV.

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Current Vacancies

Software Tester Vacancy

We are seeking a software tester able to work from software requirements, prepare and run tests scenarios and analyse results. Working in an Agile, DevOps environment, you will work closely with developers and customer reps to ensure we deliver the required functionality.

You will need up-to-date knowledge of software test design and testing methodologies, a working knowledge of test techniques and familiarity with various software platforms. You will have excellent communication and critical thinking skills and a detail-oriented mindset.

A basic working knowledge of programming, a working knowledge of Azure DevOps and familiarity with Agile processes would be advantageous.

In the first instance, please send a CV and cover letter to Marcus Arnold, Senior Developer, Shearwell Data Ltd, Putham, Wheddon Cross, Minehead, Somerset. TA24 7AS. (No agencies) marcus.arnold@shearwell.co.uk

International Sales Manager

Shearwell Data Limited has an extremely exciting opportunity for an International Sales Manager to join us as a member of the management team. Shearwell provides livestock identification and management solutions to farmers across many territories. Reporting into the Global Head of Marketing & Communications, you will have overall responsibility for increasing brand awareness and meeting sales targets. Using your knowledge of the market, contacts within the industry and your commercial and negotiating skills you will support and develop the business.

Candidates of specific interest are those with international market knowledge and experience in the livestock sector.

This will be a remote position.

Key Responsibilities

Lead all international sales activities.
Develop and execute international sales strategy to agreed targets within agreed timeframes.
Monitor and respond to tenders.
Help to identify threats and opportunities in the marketplace.
Research regulatory requirements specific to each country.

Candidate Profile

Ambitious driven individual with excellent industry knowledge, and contacts.
Significant commercial experience including a proven track record in a sales role in the Agri sector, with knowledge of sheep, cattle and pigs.
Excellent communicator and negotiator.
Empathetic to cultural differences and used to travelling extensively.
Active understanding of business processes and financial data - strong analytical skills.
Innovator - able to look forward.
Willingness to travel within Europe and globally as the role demands.
Multilingual- Fluent in English.
Ideally experienced in tender applications.

Remuneration:

An excellent salary, bonus scheme and pension is offered.

In the first instance, please send a CV and cover letter to Louise Burge, Shearwell Data Ltd, Putham, Wheddon Cross, Minehead, Somerset. TA24 7AS. (No agencies) louise.burge@shearwell.co.uk