Sales Agronomist - Region of Waterloo

The Opportunity:

Our client is a very successful, family-oriented crop production company located in the heart of Southwestern Ontario farm country. They are expanding and currently accepting applications for a Sales Agronomist in the Waterloo Region.  If you have excellent communication skills, a strong sales and agronomy background and enjoy helping farmers with crop production solutions, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Please apply to AgriRecruiting.com and not our client.

Compensation:

A very competitive compensation package including benefits is offered.  The total compensation package will be based on the candidate’s abilities and experience

Why Work for Them:

• Well established and respected family agriculture business.
• Modern facilities that allow for the highest level of customer service.
• Full time, year-round employment in a friendly local atmosphere.
• Forward thinking – owner’s value employee input, team approach to management.
• A competitive remuneration package.

What you will do:

• Market and sell their exceptional line of seed, fertilizer and crop protection products.
• Expand their customer base by meeting new customers.
• Informing customers of supply, price trends and upcoming promotions.
• Arranging delivery dates.
• Setting daily, weekly, monthly and yearly sales targets and goals.
• Field scouting.
• Field signing.
• Gather marketing data and information on products, competitors and customers.
• Enjoy meeting new customers at social and community events.

What you need:

• CCA or related agronomy sales experience.
• Agronomic knowledge in crop production and field research.
• A comprehensive understanding of the seed, fertilizer and crop protection products requirements in your territory.
• 2 or more years of retail experience.
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.
• Flexible to work extended hours and weekends when required.
• Excellent communication, organizational, self-time management and people skills.
• Excellent computer skills, with a proficiency in Word, Excel and Power Point.
• Valid driver’s licence and clean driving abstract.