HOLSTEIN CANADA is the largest dairy breed association in Canada, serving our membership of 10,000 active dairy producers since 1884. With dynamic leadership and a clear vision, we are building an exciting, tech-friendly future. We offer a team-oriented workplace, supportive leadership, and a chance for you to play a role in the future of the dairy industry.
YOU are a natural leader. You take pride in growing and developing your team. You are innovative and creative in your approach. You embrace change. You are goal-oriented and responsible. You are equally keen to learn and to share what you know. You are responsive and resolve issues quickly. You are a positive person who thrives on positive energy!
This position can be performed from anywhere in Ontario or Western Canada
In this role, YOU WILL:
Lead all aspects of on-farm service delivery to producers in Ontario and Western Canada
Drive and motivate key performance indicators including producer retention, staff/team productivity, business development and customer satisfaction
Hire, develop, manage and engage team to deliver classifications, assessments and field services; evaluate team and individual performance
Work closely with field team and clients to identify efficiencies, resolve issues and improve services
Participate on the field staff leadership team (CFS), as well as board and operational committees (e.g. Breed Advisory and Classification Advisory)
Establish and maintain a positive culture among the field team and across the company
YOU OFFER:
Post-secondary education in agriculture/dairy, business, or a related field
5-10 years’ experience in the dairy industry or agriculture
3-5 years’ experience with all aspects of staff management
Strengths in team building, problem solving, decision making and customer service
Comfort in learning and exploring new software
Ability to travel within Ontario and Western Canada; valid driver’s license