Crop Inputs Sales Representative

Jobtailor; Clavet; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Canada seeks an Agricultural Sales Representative to engage farm customers, promote crop inputs, and tailor solutions to grow farming operations.

The role requires 2+ years in ag sales, a related diploma or degree, and travel up to 60%. A valid Canadian driver’s license is essential; CCA or PAg certifications are preferred to demonstrate agronomic expertise.

Qualifications

• Diploma/certificate or bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience; posting notes this typically reflects 3 years or more.
• Experience in agricultural sales with agronomic knowledge.
• Valid Canadian driver’s license in good standing for local travel up to 60%.

Responsibilities

• Sell crop inputs directly to farm customers.
• Conduct face-to-face and remote sales with new and existing customers.
• Evaluate customer needs and suggest appropriate products, services, and solutions.
• Identify potential customers and manage existing customer relationships.
• Monitor customer and competitor activity and industry trends.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive business growth.
• Disseminate favorable information about the organization and its products and services to support growth.
• Independently solve moderately complex issues with minimal supervision.

Skills

Agricultural sales

Customer relationship management

Market research and analysis

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Diploma/Certificate or Bachelor's degree in related field

CCA (Certified Crop Advisor) or PAg certification preferred

RTAg Certification preferred

Job description

• Sell crop inputs directly to farm customers
• Conduct face-to-face and remote sales with new and existing customers
• Evaluate customer needs and suggest appropriate products, services, and solutions
• Identify potential customers and manage existing customer relationships
• Conduct market research, pricing, sales, and merchandising activities with guidance
• Monitor customer and competitor activity and industry trends
• Protect, grow, and diversify relationships with targeted customers
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive business
• Disseminate favorable information about the organization and its products and services to support business growth
• Independently solve moderately complex issues with minimal supervision and elevate more complex issues
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Diploma/certificate or bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience
• Minimum requirement of 2 years of relevant work experience; posting notes this typically reflects 3 years or more
• Experience in agricultural sales and a foundation in agronomic knowledge
• Able and willing to travel locally up to 60% for business purposes
• Valid Canadian driver’s license in good standing authorizing independent driving during employment
• Must be legally entitled to work for Cargill in Canada
• CCA (Certified Crop Advisor), PAg (Professional Agrologist), or RTAg certification is preferred, or ability to obtain one

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in agricultural sales, customer relationship management, and market analysis. Capable of evaluating customer needs and providing tailored solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive business growth.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Agricultural Sales Experience
• Customer Relationship Management
• Market Research and Analysis
• Valid Canadian Driver’s License
• CCA or PAg Certification

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Sales Techniques
• Product Knowledge
• Pricing Strategies
• Merchandising Activities
• Customer Needs Evaluation

Soft Skills

• Problem Solving
• Communication Skills
• Collaboration
• Customer Service Orientation

Certifications & Qualifications

• CCA (Certified Crop Advisor)
• PAg (Professional Agrologist)
• RTAg Certification

Industry Keywords

• Crop Inputs
• Agronomic Knowledge
• Market Trends
• Customer Activity Monitoring
• Business Growth Strategies