Agro Entry Advisor - Crossfield - Central Alberta Co-op

at  Central Alberta Coop Ltd

Join our Team at Crossfield Agro Centre!
We are seeking motivated Agro Entry Advisor to support our Agronomy team at our Crossfield Agro Centre and assist with tasks such as crop scouting, soil sampling, and general operational duties. This role requires a proactive approach, attention to detail, and a positive attitude in maintaining a clean and safe work environment. A background in agriculture is beneficial.
Position: Agro Entry Advisor
Full-time: 40 hours/week. Benefit eligible after 3 months. If you are coming from out of province, please remember you need to have AB Health coverage to be covered by our plan provider.
Availability requirements: Weekdays

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Diploma or Degree in Agriculture or in a related field is required,
• Strong problem-solving skills,
• Strong self-motivation,
• Able to work and perform in a team environment,
• Some heavy lifting is required (up to 50 lbs.),
• Knowledge of the trading area and local farmers would be an asset,
• CCA designation would be an asset,
• PAg/AIT would be an asset.

• Provide information on seed, weed, disease and insect control so customers can make an informed decision,
• Responsible to provide superior service and technical advice to Co-op customers and promote the sales of all Agro product lines especially crop inputs (including petroleum, bins and equipment),
• Develop and administer an aggressive farm contact program with present and prospective customers, promoting the services and product lines available at the Co-op,
• Communicate professionally with suppliers and act as facilitator for the resolution of product complaints,
• Manage all suppliers programming to the benefit of growers and CAC,
• Assure customer satisfaction of products by providing product, agronomy and customer service support,
• Pricing, price checks, sales, and inventory management of crop protection products, working with Retail Manager and FCL Crop Supplies Sales Coordinator,
• Be goal oriented seeking both personal and professional development by attending FCL training seminars offered by Crop Supplies, Petroleum and P&C.
• Also attend supplier and research information days/tours where possible.