Sales Agronomist - Summer Student

Federated Co-operatives Limited; Virden; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Federated Co-operatives Limited in Manitoba is seeking an Agronomist to build lasting customer relationships and act as a trusted agronomic advisor. You will promote bundled agronomy solutions and drive sales across seed, fertilizer, and crop protection products.

The role emphasizes crop scouting, soil sampling, and cross-promotion of Farm & Ranch and Petroleum services while supporting events and grower meetings. A degree in agriculture and relevant certifications are required.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Agriculture.
• 3–6 years of ag sales experience and/or agronomy.
• Strong relationship-building and sales skills.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License.
• Pesticide Applicator’s License, WHMIS, TDG, and Forklift certification (or ability to obtain).
• CCA or Manitoba Institute of Agronomists (MIA) designation (or willingness to complete).

Responsibilities

• Develop long-term customer relationships as a trusted agronomic advisor.
• Build and manage a customer list through proactive contact and follow-up.
• Execute sales plans aligned with retail goals and inventory strategies.
• Grow sales and margins across seed, fertilizer, and crop protection products.
• Deliver timely crop scouting and recommendations that lead to product and service sales.
• Promote bundled agronomy solutions, including drone scouting, custom application and soil sampling.
• Support customer events, grower meetings, crop tours, and product demonstrations.
• Cross-sell Farm & Ranch and Petroleum products and services.
• Resolve customer concerns quickly and professionally.

Skills

Relationship-building

Sales experience

Agronomy knowledge

Driver's license

Problem-solving

Education

Degree or Diploma in Agriculture

CCA or MIA designation

Job description

The Agronomist works to acquire knowledge and experience to establish credibility and to develop ongoing, profitable sales relationships with the Co-operative’s customers.Contributes to the overall

CA$33,363.00 yearly

Permanent

The Agronomist works to acquire knowledge and experience to establish credibility and to develop ongoing, profitable sales relationships with the Co-operative’s customers. Contributes to the overall success of the Agro team through support and cross promotion of Farm & Ranch and Petroleum services and products. Key responsibilities are but not limited to:

• Develop long-term customer relationships as a trusted agronomic advisor
• Build and manage a customer list through proactive customer contact and follow-up
• Execute sales plans aligned with retail goals and inventory strategies
• Grow sales and margins across seed, fertilizer, and crop protection products
• Deliver timely crop scouting and recommendations that lead to product and service sales
• Promote bundled agronomy solutions, including drone scouting, custom application and soil sampling
• Support customer events, grower meetings, crop tours, and product demonstrations
• Cross-sell Farm & Ranch and Petroleum products and services
• Resolve customer concerns quickly and professionally

Who you Bring:

You are looking for a career in agriculture, and you have:

• Degree or Diploma in Agriculture
• 3–6 years of ag sales experience and/or agronomy
• Strong relationship-building and sales skills
• Confident, practical approach to agronomic problem-solving
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License
• Pesticide Applicator’s License, WHMIS, TDG, and Forklift certification (or ability to obtain)
• CCA or Manitoba Institute of Agronomists (MIA) designation (or willingness to complete)

Why Join Us

• Competitive compensation with performance-based earning potential
• Opportunity to grow an established customer base
• Training, certification, and professional development support
• Supportive, team-oriented Co‑operative environment

Our Team Members receive competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, and an employer‑contributed pension plan. We encourage our Team Members to take advantage of learning opportunities, to grow and develop and to foster a culture of teamwork and innovation.

Who we are:

We’re a consumer cooperative, which means our association is owned by the people who purchase our products and use our services. Whether you are purchasing a cup of coffee or a field of fertilizer, you are helping to grow the economy right here at home. Each day we hope that together we can help build sustainable communities for our members, families, and friends.

At Valleyview Co‑op, we strive to live our values of integrity, community, and excellence. We use those values to guide our actions and to help us make decisions. That is what makes us a different kind of business.