Sales Agronomist I

Nutrien; Maidstone; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural company in Maidstone, Saskatchewan is seeking a Crop Production Advisor to enhance customer relationships and provide agronomic advice. The ideal candidate will have strong business acumen, sales experience, and an educational background in Agriculture. Join us to make a significant impact in the agricultural sector.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressively responsible agri-business experience.
• 2+ years of sales experience.
• Valid Canadian driver’s license required.
• CCA or P.Ag. accreditation, or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain effective business relations with customers.
• Provide agronomic information and advice to customers.
• Conduct soil and tissue analysis for recommendations.
• Research and respond to technical inquiries.
• Maintain and analyze a database/record of customer profiles (product usage and service requirements) to identify, categorize, and prioritize customer base.
• Communicate a variety of information and recommendations to staff and customers.
• Maintain knowledge of Nutrien Ag Solutions product offerings, including features, benefits, and uses.
• Champion Nutrien’s culture of care and comply with Nutrien, industry regulatory, and EH&S standards.

Skills

Customer relationship management

Agronomic knowledge

Sales experience

Education

Post-secondary education in Agriculture

CCA or P.Ag. accreditation

Job description

Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services, and our business results make a positive impact on the world. Our purpose, "Feeding the Future," is the reason we come to work each day. We’re guided by our culture of care and our core values: safety, inclusion, integrity, and results. When we say we care, we mean it. We’re creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, has a sense of belonging, trusts one another, and acts with integrity.

Nutrien Ag Solutions is the retail division of Nutrien, providing full-acre solutions through our network of trusted crop consultants at more than 2,000 locations in North America, South America, and Australia. For more than 150 years, we have been helping growers achieve the highest yields with the most sustainable solutions possible, offering a wide selection of products, including our proprietary brands: Loveland Products, Inc.; Proven® Seed and Dyna-Gro® Seed; as well as financial, custom application and precision ag services.

Through the collective expertise of our nearly 26,000 employees, we operate a world‑class network of production, distribution, and ag retail facilities. We efficiently serve growers’ needs and strive to provide a more profitable, sustainable, and secure future for all stakeholders. Help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career with Nutrien and Nutrien Ag Solutions.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Branch Manager, the Crop Production Advisor is accountable to meet and exceed annual sales goals and profit margin objectives of Nutrien Ag Solutions products and services.

What You Will Do

• Develop and maintain effective business relations with current and potential customers, based on an approach to target customers that would result in a profitable business relationship.
• Provide agronomic information and advice to current and potential customers – arranging for access to specialists and learning opportunities where necessary.
• Conduct soil, tissue, weed, pest, and water analysis to recommend best practices for soil fertility management to customers.
• Research and respond to technical inquiries.
• Maintain and analyze a database/record of customer profiles (product usage and service requirements) to identify, categorize, and prioritize customer base.
• Communicate a variety of information and recommendations to staff and customers.
• Maintain knowledge of Nutrien Ag Solutions product offerings, including features, benefits, and uses.
• Champion Nutrien’s culture of care and comply with Nutrien, industry regulatory, and EH&S standards.

What You Will Bring

• 5+ years of progressively responsible agri‑business and/or other related customer service function.
• Post‑secondary education in Agriculture; equivalent in experience may be considered.
• 2+ years of sales experience.
• Must possess a valid Canadian driver’s license.
• CCA or P.Ag. accreditation, or ability to obtain.

Recruitment Process

Application > Resume Review > Pre‑screen/Interview > Offer > Pre‑Employment Conditions > Welcome to Nutrien.

EEO Statement

Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Applicants must meet minimum age requirements, as permitted by law. In accordance with Nutrien policies, you will be required to undergo a background check, and may be required to undergo a substance test. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

Seniority Level

Associate

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Other

Industries

Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing

Ready to make an impact with us? Apply today! The estimated salary indicated by Indeed, Glassdoor, and LinkedIn does not represent Nutrien’s compensation structure.