Sales Agronomist I

Autismservices; Shaunavon; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Autismservices in Canada, Division No. 4, Shaunavon is seeking a Sales Agronomist. This role involves exceeding annual sales goals and providing agronomic advice to customers. A focus on client relations and soil management practices is critical.

The ideal candidate will have over five years of experience in agri-business and two years in sales. Required qualifications include a post-secondary education in Agriculture and a valid Canadian driver's license.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressively responsible agri‑business or customer service experience.
• 2+ years of sales experience.
• Must possess a valid Canadian driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain effective business relations with customers.
• Provide agronomic information and advice to customers.
• Conduct soil and water analysis for soil fertility management.

Skills

Customer relationship management

Soil fertility management

Analytical skills

Sales experience

Education

Post-secondary education in Agriculture

Job description

Job Overview

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

What You’ll 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’ll 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.