Dairy Sales Representative

Nutreco; Airdrie; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in animal nutrition is seeking a Technical Dairy Sales Representative in Alberta. In this role, you will own the Alberta dairy portfolio while providing expert on-farm consulting and relationship management with dairy producers. Ideal candidates will possess a BSc in agricultural science and strong interpersonal skills. The position offers competitive compensation, benefits including a robust pension plan, and the opportunity to be part of a purpose-driven organization known for its stability and global impact.

Benefits

Robust pension plan

Competitive health benefits

Annual bonus

15 vacation days

Qualifications

• BSc in agricultural science, animal nutrition, or related field required.
• Proven ability to build and maintain business relationships with dairy producers.
• Strong communication skills to create effective sales presentations.

Responsibilities

• Own the growth of the Alberta dairy portfolio.
• Provide technical consulting and ration balancing.
• Represent Trouw Nutrition at industry events.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Sales acumen

Education

BSc in agricultural science or related field

Job description

Job Description

Join Our Purpose - Feeding the Future

Role: Technical Dairy Sales Representative

Location: Lethbridge, Alberta

Hours: Full-time, Monday-Friday

Why join us

Get ready to Own relationships as a Technical Dairy Sales Representative at Trouw Nutrition, a Nutreco company. As global leaders in animal nutrition and aquafeed, our shared purpose of Feeding the Future is making a positive global impact for generations to come. Join us in this impactful role as you Own your ideas, Own your direction and Own your career success.

What you’ll do

You will be empowered to own the growth of the Alberta dairy portfolio, making you directly responsible for expanding Trouw Nutrition’s regional business and driving its Purpose-driven mission of Feeding the Future. This involves taking the initiative to become the trusted, long-term partner for dairy producers by delivering expert on-farm technical consulting; specifically, you will collaborate with the nutrition team to perform precise ration balancing and offer solutions that maximize both herd productivity and profitability. You will drive market engagement by creating compelling sales materials and representing Trouw Nutrition professionally at industry events, ensuring you consistently own your results by transforming expert advice into profitable business growth.

Who we’re looking for

You are a self-starter ready to own your career by blending a foundational BSc in agricultural science with a demonstrable passion for the Alberta Dairy industry. You possess the unique combination of strong interpersonal and communication skills required to build and maintain the deep, trusting, and long-term relationships central to this role, showcasing your ability to collaborate effectively. As you will be traveling frequently throughout the Alberta region, you exhibit excellent organizational and time management skills to manage your territory independently, proving that you are prepared to take initiative and apply your expert knowledge to own and deliver consistent value to dairy producers.

You’ll also need

• Education & Industry Passion: Must possess a BSc in agricultural science, animal nutrition or a related field, combined with a demonstrated knowledge of and passion for the Alberta Dairy industry and dairy operations across Western Canada

• Technical & Relationship Expertise: Proven ability to build trusting and long-term business relationships with dairy producers, leveraging expertise to provide on-farm technical consulting (e.g., ration balancing) to maximize productivity and profitability

• Communication & Sales Acumen: Requires a strong combination of interpersonal and communication skills to effectively represent Trouw Nutrition, create compelling sales presentations, and grow the regional dairy portfolio

• Independent Management & Travel: Must have excellent organizational and time management skills and be able to travel frequently throughout the Alberta region to manage and service the territory independently.

What you’ll receive

As part of Nutreco, you’ll be a member of the SHV family, a diverse group of companies with global footprint. Join us and you’ll gain access to a wide network of expertise and global career paths. You’ll also benefit from the backing of one of the world’s largest privately owned businesses, known for its stability and long-term focus.

In addition, you’ll receive

• Robust pension plan with employer matching that begins on Day 1!

• Competitive health benefits - Medical/Dental/Vision/HSA, that start on Day 1!

• Short-term/Long-term Disability and Mental Health spending allowance

• Maternal top-up and Tuition Reimbursement

• 15 vacation days to start (tiered)

• Annual bonus

How and why to find out more

We can offer you a rewarding career with real meaning and purpose. Where you’ll feel proud of the impactful role you perform every day and the part you play in Feeding the Future. So, if you’re interested in joining us, get ready to Own your progress, your potential and your career. We aim to review all applications within five business days and will get back to you as soon as possible.

#Ownit

Please note that candidates applying to Canadian job openings must be authorised to work in Canada. Employer Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Final candidates who are offered the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check.

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