Manager - Agronomy - 18-Month Term

MNP; Saskatoon; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group pension plan with 4% matching

Flexible benefits

Professional development assistance

MNP University

Job summary

MNP in Canada is seeking an experienced Agronomy Manager to lead the agronomy team in the West Central Saskatchewan Region. You will mentor staff, oversee field operations, and deliver client-focused agronomic advice across crops and fertility programs.

This hybrid, full-time role requires a collaborative leader with strong communication skills, a Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, and willingness to travel for field visits and client engagements; keeps knowledge up-to-date with industry best

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, or related field.
• Proven experience in agronomy management, including team leadership and performance management.
• Strong knowledge of agronomy principles, crop production, and soil science.
• Excellent training and development skills, including the ability to design and deliver impactful training programs.
• Believes in the purpose of agriculture and has a passion for our industry.
• Strong demonstrated communication skills with our clients, team, and industry stakeholders.
• Innovative thinker that solves problems with insight and intuition.
• Ability to work independently but also believes in collaboration and team synergy.
• Ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to individuals at various levels of understanding.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Mentor, motivate and coach agronomy team members in professional and personal development by setting clear expectations, providing feedback and addressing performance issues promptly.
• Oversee agronomist field operations including crop management, in-season recommendations, and customer planning throughout the year through regular field visits and other oversight.
• Work with Agronomy team members to set goals and objectives and monitor progress to ensure targets are met.
• Actively maintain up to date knowledge of current industry best practices and trends and communicates relevant information to team members, growers and clients.
• Investigate and evaluate potential opportunities to provide further value to our clients.
• Raise awareness of MNP through discussions at community events including client and firm-sponsored functions. Network in local communities and consider business development opportunities.
• Contribute to the development of new ideas and approaches to improve work processes.
• Willingness to work in an outdoor setting, maintain flexibility to travel, as necessary and contribute overtime hours as required during peak season.
• In addition to management responsibilities, maintain the flexibility to work hands on with our clients to maintain practical skills, further build client relationships and referral sources and maintain professional relevance with agronomy and agriculture.
• As such, responsibilities may also include: Conduct field scouting visits regarding plant stand/establishment, herbicide timing/efficacy, insect and disease management checks as needed; Perform soil tests and plant tissue tests as required, including analysis to develop recommendations; Carry out functions regarding VR Mapping, including mapping, soil sampling, ground truthing, plant stand & crop assessments; Conduct analysis through the winter months regarding fertility & seed recommendations, soil moisture data, yield data, etc.

Skills

Agronomy management

Leadership

Communication

Training and development

Education

Bachelor's in Agronomy

Tools

VR Mapping

Soil testing

Job description

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Locations

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• Hybrid
• Agronomy
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: MANAG019294

Description

Inspirational, innovative and entrepreneurial - this is how we describe our empowered teams. Combine your passion with purpose and join a culture that is thriving in the face of change.

Make an impact with our Agronomy team as a manager within our West Central Saskatchewan Region. This diverse team of professionals specializes in multiple service offerings including full-service field scouting, variable fertility & seed mapping, crop intelligence moisture probes and more. As a trusted advisor, you'll provide comprehensive agronomic advice to our clients.

MNP is proudly Canadian. Providing business strategies and solutions, we are a leading national accounting, tax and business advisory firm in Canada. Entrepreneurial to our core, our talented team members transcend obstacles into opportunities and are successfully transforming mid-market business practices.

Role Accountabilities and Responsibilities

• Mentor, motivate and coach agronomy team members in professional and personal development by setting clear expectations, providing feedback and addressing performance issues promptly
• Oversee agronomist field operations including crop management, in-season recommendations, and customer planning throughout the year through regular field visits and other oversight
• Work with Agronomy team members to set goals and objectives and monitor progress to ensure targets are met
• Actively maintain up to date knowledge of current industry best practices and trends and communicates relevant information to team members, growers and clients
• Investigate and evaluate potential opportunities to provide further value to our clients
• Raise awareness of MNP through discussions at community events including client and firm-sponsored functions. Network in local communities and consider business development opportunities.
• Contribute to the development of new ideas and approaches to improve work processes
• Willingness to work in an outdoor setting, maintain flexibility to travel, as necessary and contribute overtime hours as required during peak season
• In addition to management responsibilities, maintain the flexibility to work hands on with our clients to maintain practical skills, further build client relationships and referral sources and maintain professional relevance with agronomy and agriculture. As such, responsibilities may also include:
  • Conduct field scouting visits regarding plant stand/establishment, herbicide timing/efficacy, insect and disease management checks as needed
  • Perform soil tests and plant tissue tests as required, including analysis to develop recommendations
  • Carry out functions regarding VR Mapping, including mapping, soil sampling, ground truthing, plant stand & crop assessments
  • Conduct analysis through the winter months regarding fertility & seed recommendations, soil moisture data, yield data, etc.

Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, or related field
• Proven experience in agronomy management, including team leadership and performance management.
• Strong knowledge of agronomy principles, crop production, and soil science.
• Excellent training and development skills, including the ability to design and deliver impactful training programs.
• Believes in the purpose of agriculture and has a passion for our industry
• Strong demonstrated communication skills with our clients, team, and industry stakeholders
• Innovative thinker that solves problems with insight and intuition
• Ability to work independently but also believes in collaboration and team synergy
• Ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to individuals at various levels of understanding.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Valid driver's license

MyRewards@MNP

With a focus on high-potential earnings, MNP is proud to offer customized rewards that support our unique culture and a balanced lifestyle to thrive at work and outside of the office. You will be rewarded with generous base pay, vacation time, 4 paid personal days, a group pension plan with 4% matching, voluntary savings products, bonus programs, flexible benefits, mental health resources, exclusive access to perks and discounts, professional development assistance, MNP University, a flexible 'Dress For Your Day' environment, firm sponsored social events and more!

Diversity@MNP

We embrace diversity as a core value and celebrate our differences. We believe each team member contributes unique gifts and amplifying their potential makes our business stronger. We encourage people with disabilities to apply!