Technical Sales Agronomist - South-west Prairie region

ADAMA Agricultural Solutions Canada Ltd.; Alberta; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the agrochemical industry seeks a Technical Sales Agronomist in Alberta. This role involves providing technical support, developing strategic customer relationships, and driving product development efforts. Candidates should have a background in agricultural sciences and a proven track record in agronomy. This position offers the opportunity to impact product strategy and communicate innovative solutions effectively.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience working in a related field.
• Scientific approach with drive to deliver results.
• Ability to connect and motivate others.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for ADAMA products and coordinate Research Authorizations.
• Develop business relationships with internal teams and key influencers.
• Assist with technical selling materials and product inquiries.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Business acumen

Leadership skills

Strong understanding of crop-level dynamics

Ability to build relationships

Education

Degree in agricultural life sciences, weed science, or agronomy

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

With our customers, we Listen. Learn. Deliver.

Guided by the values of the company the Technical Sales Agronomist is part of a team of experts responsible for technical support of ADAMA current commercial products and for carrying out Research Authorizations for the ADAMA development pipeline products. The Technical Sales Agronomist team will develop and maintain business relationships with internal and external influencers strategic to ADAMA in an assigned geography. Location: South-west Prairie region (Southern Alberta/South-west Saskatchewan)

Our People Promise:

· No Nonsense - We are bold and direct

· High Touch - It's business and it's personal

· Informal - We are approachable at all levels

· Take Initiative - We are free to explore

· Can do - We believe anything is possible

Fundamental Areas of Focus:

• Technical go-to-person for internal ADAMA teammates (Regional Sales, Area Business Managers, and Account Managers) as well as retail customers and key area influencers (consultants, academics, and retail agronomists) to effectively communicate the value of ADAMA innovations and products.
• Coordination & execution of Research Authorizations to support pipeline and future product needs.
• Assists on developing protocols, assign locations and summarizes data to validate or challenge business plan technical assumptions and support development of commercial demand creation messages. Support ideation efforts within region regarding potential future development of the ADAMA pipeline.
• Keep abreast and make recommendations of current trends, practices, developments and regulatory changes, which could impact products.
• Assist Marketing Team with creation and maintenance of technical selling materials and resources.
• Assist Area Business Managers in resolution of Product Performance inquiries (specifically the ones where additional agronomic support is needed).
• Conduct agronomy-focused meetings with retail and grower customers
• Establish protocols and coordinate set up of field tours (Knowledge sites)
• Develop an area action plan that includes maintenance and growth of strategic business relationships with key customers complementing Area Business Managers objectives in local territories

Talent and Knack:

• Degree in agricultural life sciences such as weed science or agronomy, and a minimum of 3 years of experience working in a related field.
• Strong understanding of crop-level dynamics and how assets can come together in a portfolio.
• Scientific approach with effective communications skills and business acumen.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft office suite.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of the Canada crop protection market and products.
• Written and oral skills to communicate with all levels of business.
• Driven to deliver results; executes with purpose but also with agility.
• Builds productive and enduring relationships.
• Strong leadership skills and has the ability to lead, contribute, and influence others in a team-based organization.
• Aligned with our core values of creating simplicity, working with passion, getting things done & empowering our people.
• An authentic ability to connect broadly with people & motivate around a message.

ADAMA Agricultural Solutions Canada Ltd. (ADAMA Canada), is a subsidiary of ADAMA Agricultural Solutions Ltd., with world-wide sales of $3.9 Billion USD, ranking it seventh among global agrochemical companies.

ADAMA Canada currently offers 25+ branded insecticides, fungicides, and herbicides from a portfolio of more than 20 strategic active ingredients. Products are supported by a highly talented and experienced sales team, regulatory capabilities and extensive field research. Fueled by diversified global strengths in product synthesis, formulation and regulatory excellence, the ADAMA Canada portfolio of products and capabilities continues to expand.