Field Marketer

POSITION: Field Marketer LOCATION: Hensall

Hensall Co-op is seeking a motivated self-starter capable of creating long-term relationships with customers to meet sales goals and organizational objectives. This is a full-time position working out of the Hensall location.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain, prospect and build on crop retail opportunities for seed, fertilizer and crop protection
• Origination of food grade production (food grade soybeans & edible beans)
• Commercial grains procurement
• Recommend agronomic solutions through farm calls, grower niche meetings etc.
• Establish and attain annual sales budgets
• Maintain regular contact with customers to ensure satisfaction and to capitalize on opportunities
• Complete and maintain accurate paperwork for all contracts
• Assist the location manager with duties as required

Qualifications:

• Ability to work well in both a team setting and individually with minimal supervision
• Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills
• Ability to meet tight deadlines for sales targets and special projects
• Strong agricultural background and knowledge
• Ability to perform all sales related tasks

Job Requirements:

• Post-Secondary degree/diploma in Agriculture
• At least 2 years’ experience in Ag Retail preferred
• CCA designation preferred or willingness to obtain
• Valid Ontario Driver’s License

If you are interested inapplying for this position, please submit your cover letter and resume to: Human Resources Department. Attention: Jessica Boughen

Hensall Co-op is committed to employment equity and encourages members of the four designated groups to apply. Accommodation will be made upon request.

Job Type: Full-time

Application question(s):

• Do you have a post-secondary education in Agriculture?

Experience:

• ag retail: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• CCA designation? (preferred)
• Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: One location