Sales Agronomist H/F

Groupe Ortec; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a passionate Sales Agronomist Representative for the Eastern Ontario region. This role offers the opportunity to provide expert agronomic advice, build strong customer relationships, and contribute to sustainable agricultural practices. You'll be at the forefront of promoting innovative solutions that enhance soil health and fertility while ensuring compliance with environmental standards. Join a dynamic team committed to excellence and make a significant impact in the agricultural sector. If you are motivated, enjoy working outdoors, and have a passion for agronomy, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary diploma in agriculture or 3+ years in agronomy or crop input sales.
• Bilingual in English and French with strong communication and sales skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide agronomic advice to agricultural customers regarding fertilizers.
• Build relationships with customers and seek new clients for product introduction.
• Monitor agricultural activities for compliance with regulations.

Skills

Communication Skills

Sales Skills

Agronomy Knowledge

Bilingual (English and French)

Knowledge of Environmental Standards

Education

Post-secondary diploma in agriculture

Job description

Biogenie Canada, a subsidiary of Ortec Group, is the world leader in site and soil decontamination.

Biogenie offers a complete range of services in the circular economy sector. Biogenie is the Canadian leader in the treatment and reclamation of organic residual materials, the reclamation of fertilizer materials, the treatment and reclamation of contaminated soils, and the restoration and reclamation of brownfield sites.

The company has several points of service and facilities, from offices to treatment, recycling and composting centers. With offices across Eastern Canada, we are strategically positioned to support large and small projects, at all stages of the environmental sector.

Job Overview

You are competent, passionate, rigorous, daring and persevering. Join our team and put your talents to good use!

Biogenie is looking for a sales agronomist representative for the Eastern Ontario region, a market with significant growth potential.

Reporting to the Assistant Director, the Sales Agronomist will provide first-rate service to existing customers and develop lasting relationships while prospecting for new customers.

Responsibilities

1. Offer sound agronomic advice to inform and guide agricultural customers in their choices relating to fertilizing residual materials (ashes, pellets, paper biosolids, liming, etc.), compost, and alternative fertilizers.
2. Build and maintain strong relationships with established agricultural customers and seek new customers to introduce a wide range of products that will help improve soil fertility and health.
3. Provide agronomic support and advice on the use of organic materials and fertilizers.
4. Monitor agricultural activities to ensure compliance with provincial regulations and best management practices.
5. Coordinate deliveries and ensure customer satisfaction.
6. Conduct field monitoring of crops that have received FRMs.
7. Contribute to customer profitability and the profitability of the company’s projects.
8. Participate in promotional activities such as trade shows and field days, and raise awareness in the surrounding communities.
9. Provide regular updates on the progress of projects.
10. Manage delivery deadlines of products and produce all required documents, demonstrating progress towards objectives.
11. Collaborate with the team to optimize operations and ensure efficient coordination of deliveries.
12. Carry out administrative paperwork on accounts and provide necessary data to director/manager, credit department, accounts payable, etc.
13. Perform all other related tasks.

Minimum Requirements

1. Post-secondary diploma in agriculture or a minimum of three years in agronomy or crop input sales.
2. Bilingualism (fluent in English and French).
3. Strong communication and sales skills.
4. Motivated to set and achieve ambitious goals.
5. Knowledge of environmental standards, BMP’s, 4R’s NASM, and CFIA regulations.
6. Knowledge of fertilizing residual materials (an asset).
7. Certified crop advisor (an asset).
8. Willingness to travel and enjoy working outdoors.
9. Interest in teamwork.
10. Demonstrate an interest in and sensitivity to occupational health and safety.