Sales Agronomist

What you’ll do: 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:Assist with crop scouting, soil sampling, and custom application servicesSupport agronomy sales by learning how to engage with customers and identify opportunitiesProvide basic agronomic recommendations with guidance from senior staffHelp organize and participate in grower meetings, crop tours, and training sessionsMaintain customer lists and assist with inventory and documentationLearn about marketing and promotion of Crop Supplies servicesFollow safety standards and assist with general facility careWho you Bring:You are looking for a career in agriculture, and you have:Currently enrolled in an Agriculture-related programInterest in agricultural sales, agronomy, and crop managementStrong communication skills and willingness to learnAbility to work in the field and travel to customer sites as neededValid Class 5 Driver’s License Eagerness to pursue certifications like CCA or MIA in the futureWhy Join UsHands-on mentorship from experienced agronomists Opportunity to gain real-world experience in ag sales and agronomy Opportunity to participate in our Student Development Program designed to gain experience and to set you up for employment after schoolExposure to a variety of crops, products, and customer operationsSupportive Co-operative environment that encourages learning and growthOur 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.