Were looking to hire a sales agronomist that is interested in both field and office work. The employee will provide scouting services upon request, meet with and assist customers to make informed product decisions, and work alongside the location manager to achieve success.
This position is full time with the employee starting work as soon as possible. If you are a University graduate applying, we will have the job commence after your April finals are complete.
A Diploma or Bachelor of Science in Agriculture or Business is preferred, with previous work experience in the agriculture industry considered an asset. A valid class 5 drivers license that is in good standing is a requirement.
Preference will be given to applicants that already have, or are able to attain their Professional Agrologist (P.Ag). Technical Agrologist (TechAg), or Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) certifications. If the applicant does not have these certifications, but is willing and eligible to complete the training, Horizon Fertilizers will pay for the training costs and fees.
For full details on the position, including roles and responsibilities, benefits, and expectations can be found on our website at: https://horizonfertilizers.com/job-posting-sales-agronomist/
Essential Skills
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Computer use
- Continuous learning
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- Membership in a provincial institute of agrology
Work Setting
- Private industry
- Agribusiness
Field Crop Specializations
- Pasture
- Oil seeds
- Forage crops
- Cereals
Type Of Work Experience
- Soil science
- Plant science
- Field crops
- Agribusiness
Specific Skills - Field Crops
- Plant disease, pest and weed prevention and eradication
- Plant growth and development
- Plant nutrition