Ag Solutions Advisor, Rosthern Ag (Ref#: M10) Saskatoon Co-op

Co-op • Rosthern, SK

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Ag Solutions Advisor will provide professional support, product information, agronomic advice and consultations to both farm customers directly and team members. The role will have a balance of both individual sales and agronomic responsibilities within a designated territory as well as providing key resources, support, knowledge and direction to other team members. Areas of service include but are not limited to: sales, agronomic and product support/information/education on all aspects of crop production and crop input products including crop protection, seed and crop nutrition.

Requirements

• Degree in Agriculture or a related discipline
• A minimum of 5+ years of relevant progressively responsible experience
• P. Ag designation or CCA certification is required

Responsibilities

• Managing existing accounts and attracting new customers within a defined sales territory.
• Providing agronomic knowledge and leadership to growers and team members, including crop planning, product recommendations, field scouting, and soil/fertility management.
• Providing support, education, direction, and sales directly with farm customers and team members on crop protection products, certified seed, crop nutrition, and custom application.
• Supporting key account initiatives within the Saskatoon Coop trade area.
• Leading with required stakeholders to develop and implement Ag Zone (digital ag platform), providing required support and coaching with team members and farm customers in all aspects of the digital ag platform, including data collection and reporting.
• Supporting key marketing initiatives, including but not limited to trial/field days, trade shows, grower meetings, and division marketing initiatives.
• Adhering to and supporting standard operating procedures and safety protocols.
• Taking responsibility for training, coaching, providing feedback, and assisting in the development of other team members.
• Providing agronomic training for staff responsible for sales and marketing.
• Supporting, developing, and implementing shorter and longer-term sales strategies.
• Working with team members to provide direction and product focus on all segments in our portfolio.
• Supporting in preparing and submitting product forecasting requirements.
• Managing strong relationships with internal and external customers, contractors, and suppliers on complex queries, issues, and transactions.
• Understanding and anticipating short-term, and potentially mid-term, complex customer needs and conducting related needs assessments.
• Actively maintaining up-to-date knowledge of current industry best practices and trends and communicating relevant information to others.
• Serving as a key liaison with FCL Grow team, Digital Ag, Category managers, and Manufacture suppliers.
• Supporting the Ag Sales Manager and Site Managers in developing and achieving operating budgets and goals.
• Achieving individual agronomic, sales, and profitability goals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level