Agronomist

at  North Corridor Cooperative

North Corridor Co-op invites applications for the position of Agronomist to join our team on a full-time basis at our location in Thorhild, AB. Reporting to the Agro Manager. Substance testing and a clean drivers abstract is a requirement of this position.

WHO YOU ARE:

You are looking for a career in Agriculture and:

• You have a degree or diploma in agriculture
• You have a background in agriculture with experience in a sales-based role
• You have experience leading customer contact with a proven record in relationship development
• A combination of relevant education and experience may be considered
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Strong self-motivation
• Able to work and perform in a team environment

WHO WE ARE:

We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive total rewards package (including Health, Dental, Life Insurance, a company-matched pension, an Employee & Family Assistance Program, and an Employee Rebate Policy) in a rewarding and supportive, professional and collaborative work environment. We offer relocation assistance for the right candidate.
We encourage our Team Members to take advantage of learning opportunities, to grow, and develop and to foster a culture of teamwork and innovation. At North Corridor, we value diversity and inclusion, and were working to create a workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We support and provide an environment that allows all to bring their whole selves to work.
If this opportunity speaks to you, submit your resume and cover letter. Open until filled.
For more information regarding this opportunity, please contact Talent & Culture .
Email: Careers@northcorridor.crs | Phone: 780-853-6732 | Fax: 780-853-6563
https://www.northcorridorco-op.crs/sites/northcorridor/careers

Reporting to the Agro Manager, the Sales Agronomist provides expert advice and strategic agricultural insight to develop ongoing profitable relationships with local producers. The Sales Agronomist is knowledgeable in crop inputs, fertilizer, and farm equipment. This position will focus on customer relations while supporting the overall growth, sales, and profitability of the site. Additional responsibilities include:

• Customer contact to generate leads and create sales
• Understand local producer needs and offer company product and services to optimize agricultural output
• Promote high level customer satisfaction and develop relationships through trust, service, and integrity
• Responsible for managing and tracking inventory and bookings, completing claims and invoices
• Provide on-site farm support and delivery of Co-op products
• 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.

Why it matters: Our North Corridor Co-op team provides a range of products and services to support out 8,000+ member-owners across out trading area.