Provide sales and marketing support to the sales team
Work with sales staff and Branch Managers on key accounts to enhance sales of Division within the Division
In conjunction with the Product Line and Branch Managers, develop marketing strategies and product information programs
Identify agronomic service opportunities and develop and implement plans in support of these
Gather, compile, analyze, interpret and communicate market research information
Represent the company at trade shows and association meetings
Assess employee skills/abilities on agronomic experience and provide related training as necessary
Provide agronomic information and recommendations to staff and producer customers
Develop and maintain relationships with various government and private industry personnel
Provide agronomic advice for Loveland and Proven products and assist with legal proceedings
Support and assist the Echelon portfolio of services
Work with Product Line Managers, Directors, Division and Branch management to lead the strategic direction of the proprietary product lines’ (ie Proven Seed, Loveland Products, etc.) objective with the Retails
Develop and facilitate internal agronomic training programs and materials for Nutrien staff
Manage and execute Proven Seed, Loveland Products and others as may be required from time-to-time on farm trials, including plot tours for customer and staff as well as data collection
Requirements
University degree in Agriculture
5+ years’ experience in farm supply sales and marketing
3+ years at a managerial level would be a definite asset or an equivalent combination of training and experience; must be a member in the respective Agrologist Institute (SIA, AIA or MIA)
Driver’s license required
Ability to use spreadsheet, Power Point, word processing and database software applications within a Window operating environment
Benefits
Health insurance
Remote work options
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
agronomic servicemarket research analysissales strategy developmentproduct information programstraining program developmentdata collectionfarm trials managementcustomer relationship managementagronomic advicesales and marketing
Soft skills
communicationleadershiprelationship buildingorganizational skillsteam collaborationanalytical thinkingproblem-solvingtraining and developmentstrategic planningcustomer service
Certifications
University degree in AgricultureAgrologist Institute membership (SIA, AIA, MIA)Driver's license