Account Manager - Marengo, SK

at  Simplot

Simplot Canada (II) Limited is a wholly owned subsidiary of the J.R. Simplot Company. The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held organization, with roots firmly planted in agriculture and agriculture-related businesses. The J.R. Simplot Company is a true farm-to-table company with operations that touch every aspect of agriculture, including seed production, farming and ranching, plant sciences, fertilizer manufacturing, food processing, commercial product development, and distribution.

SUMMARY

This Simplot Grower Solutions role provides customer service to growers through the sale of crop nutrition, crop protection, seed, specialty, technology and other agronomic products and consultative services. The role is led under the general direction of the Market Manager, who provides support and leadership to all Crop Advisors within specifically recognized agronomic geographies to achieve the Company’s financial goals and operational objectives.

TYPICAL EDUCATION

Bachelor’s Degree (B.A. or B.S.) from 4 year college or university

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

• Passionate about Agriculture and the future of Agriculture
• Minimum of 3 years of sales/agronomy related experience
• Degree or Diploma in Agriculture or related field (e.g. Agronomy, Plant Science, Biological Science, Seed Science or Environmental Studies) or business is an asset
• Excellent Computer Skills
• Excellent Communicator
• Team player

• Help with any special projects as required
• Be familiar with and live the values that are defined by the Simplot Grower Solutions
• Continually develop leadership and business skills
• Be active and positive contributors to the communities that we serve
• Fill in for all roles when needed with appropriate skills and talents
• Support safety practices and initiatives as set by safety officer and ensure safe driving habits
• Maintain a tidy up workspace
• Demonstrate respect and courtesy for all team members, customers, suppliers, and community

Expectations

• Simplot Grower Solutions relationship with customers is one of our primary differentiators. This position is critical to our customers and locations. We expect the highest level of professionalism and a level of customer knowledge that far surpasses our competition.
• Simplot Grower Solutions profitability comes from our ability to deliver products and services that meet and exceed our customers’ expectations. We expect our Account Managers to lend a hand to operations team members to ensure the highest level of satisfaction for customers when the need is there.
• To properly manage an account takes our entire team. When the customer wins, the team wins, and when the team wins, the individual wins.