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Description

Our client has an immediate full-time opportunity available for a Seed Purchasing Specialist in Foam Lake, SK.


Responsibilities:
-Responsible to procure seed with the overall goal of sustaining cost effective inputs to company plant operations
-Responsible for seed Purchasing activities including regular contact with suppliers that include producers, line company representatives, brokers and other supplier sources
-Ensure that targeted suppliers receive regular communication of seed requirements and communicate feedback from suppliers to the seed procurement team.
-Responsible for Pricing and negotiation for seed from suppliers as well as producers in the region will be a shared responsibility of the Seed Procurement Team.
-Effectively support the strategic goals of the company related to long term seed purchasing.


Qualifications:
- Extensive experience in Procurement, Sales or Purchasing  ability to close deals, cold call and create new opportunities
- Familiarity with Canadian Grain Commission policies surrounding grading of canola and common seed buying practices
- Familiarity with the agriculture industry in Western Canada, ideally as a grain/seed buyer or related role
- Post-secondary education in business or agriculture, or equivalent work experience would be a definite asset

Our client offers a competitive salary & benefits package.