Grower Services Account Manager

Maple Lodge Farms Ltd•Halton Hills, ON

2d•CA$61,573 - CA$75,000•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Grower Services Account Team Manager, the Grower Services Account Manager will be responsible for creating a preference for growers to purchase Maple Lodge offerings, and work to deliver high-quality birds for processing. Responsible for the procurement and on-going management of grower accounts. This is to fill an existing position in the company.

Requirements

Minimum of two years of related experience and a demonstrated understanding of the production processes as it relates to broiler production including hatchery, broiler production and butchering an asset.
Demonstrated experience in building relationships and closing sale deals.
Working knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), WHMIS;
Understanding of fundamental bio security practices.
Team-player able to motivate others, negotiate effectively, and interact professionally with internal and external stakeholders.
Analytical, with problem-identification and problem-solving capabilities.
Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment where attention to detail and effective multi-tasking is essential.
General computer skills (MS Office), Sharepoint.
Post-Secondary Degree or Diploma in a related field.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated understanding of the production processes as it relates to broiler production including hatchery, broiler production and butchering an asset.

Responsibilities

Act as the account “Quarterback” for MLF Growers and makes daily calls on chicken farms to sell/service chicks in a consultative manner with an overall focus on the sales process.
Mid-cycle check in with MLF Growers to confirm orders and grower’s overall impression of flock performance.
Attend industry functions and meetings from time to time to promote Maple Lodge Farms.
Participate in Grower Services team meetings, either in person or via conference call.
Communicate with all Grower Services team members and senior broiler planning specialist regarding the status of accounts and the performance of producers.
Working with the Grower Services Field Technician Team, manage a grower list, and execute the defined grower service sales model in a consultative manner.
Coordinate with the Grower Services Field Technician team, in a team selling environment, to provide the support services required by the grower.
Deliver materials and knowledge related to the services provided and data captured in grower barns.
Facilitate the sale of Chicks and the purchase of Chicken between growers and Maple Lodge Farms.
Deliver materials and knowledge related to the needs of growers.
Follow all relevant departmental policies, processes, standard operating procedures and instructions so that work is carried out in a controlled and consistent manner.