Agronomist III

What you’ll do:

Provide expert support and advice on agronomy, including seed, pest control, crop protection, and fertilization to help local customers make informed decisions. Handle complex customer service tasks like field scouting, troubleshooting, and planning to ensure successful crop management. Stay current with industry trends and best practices, and share relevant information with others to keep everyone informed. Mentor and support team members, offering feedback and guidance while also ensuring adherence to safety and operational procedures. Maintain clear communication with management to manage inventory effectively and support the Ag location’s operations. Build and nurture strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and contractors to address complex needs and ensure smooth transactions. Assist in budget preparation and achieving financial goals, lead field tours and informational meetings, and collaborate with suppliers to secure products for the selling season. Act as a liaison between customers and suppliers.

Why it matters:

Our team provides a range of products and services to support our member-owners. Through the work that we do, we help to build, fuel, feed and grow Western Canadian communities together. 

Who you are: 

You are looking for a career in Agriculture and:

Degree in Agriculture Candidates should be registered, or eligible for registration, with the respective provincial Professional Institute of Agrology  6-9 years of relevant progressively responsible experience Co-operative retail experience is an asset Ability to work both independently and as a member of a highly motivated team  Must be creative and resourceful  Must have the ability to effectively communicate, both orally and written  Hold a valid Driver’s License  P. Ag designation is required A Certified Crop Advisor designation is required

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