Grow Team Advisor (Agronomist) - Foremost Agro

Job summary

The Grow Team Advisor is responsible for building strong customer relationships and generating sales across all Agro product lines. They provide expert agronomic advice and technical support to ensure customer satisfaction and market growth.

Job details

We are offering: * Opportunity for Short-term Incentive Plan bonus * Pension plan with matched employer contributions * Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package Position Summary: South Country Co-op is hiring a Grow Team Advisor at our Agro Centre located in Foremost, AB. Reporting to the Agribusiness Manager, the Grow Team Advisor is responsible for building and maintaining strong customer relationships within the trading area, generating sales, and promoting all Agro product lines including crop solutions, bins, machinery, and petroleum products. This role involves executing a strong customer contact program, providing agronomic advice, and ensuring customer satisfaction through sound technical support and product recommendations. The Advisor will be required to stay current with market trends, products, and farming practices to contribute to the ongoing success of the Agro Division. This role plays a critical part in maintaining our reputation as a trusted agribusiness partner in the region. Key Responsibilities: * Execute a proactive customer contact program to support and grow market presence * Maintain and grow sales volume across Agro product lines (crop inputs, equipment, petroleum, etc.) * Provide agronomic support and solutions tailored to individual customer needs * Foster and manage relationships with growers, contractors, ag retailers, and internal departments * Stay informed of industry trends, new products, and agronomic practices * Contribute to inventory forecasting and budget alignment based on market insights * Prepare and maintain accurate customer records and sales documentation * Represent South Country Co-op with professionalism and integrity in the community * Educate customers on the benefits of membership in South Country Co-op * Other duties as assigned Qualifications: * 8+ years’ experience in the agriculture industry. * 5+ years of progressive agricultural sales experience. * Degree or diploma in Agriculture (BSc Ag preferred). * CCA or P.Ag designation preferred. * Valid Class 5 Driver’s License and clean driving record. * Ability to provide a clean drivers abstract, as part of the recruitment process. * Strong agronomy knowledge across crops, soils, and horticulture. * Experience working directly with farmers, ag retailers, and contractors. * Ability to forecast market trends and manage inventory to meet budgets and customer needs. * Strong interpersonal and communication skills. * Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel). * Excellent customer service skills and a collaborative team approach. * Professional, tactful, and diplomatic in interactions. Why Work with Us? At South Country Co-op, we value our team members and are committed to their well-being and success. As part of our dedication to providing a supportive working environment, we offer a range of Total Rewards: * Employee and Family Assistance Program: Access confidential counseling, resources, and support services for you and your family. * Team Member Volunteer Program: Get involved in community initiatives and make a positive impact through volunteer opportunities. * Career and Development Opportunities: Take advantage of growth opportunities and advance your career within our organization. * Long Term Service Awards: Recognize and celebrate milestones in your career with us. South Country Co-op is proud to uphold our brand values: Customer Focused, Build Awesome Teams, and Communicates Effectively. We offer competitive Salary, opportunities for career advancement, and potential eligibility for a comprehensive benefits package, Pension plan with matched employer contributions and Opportunity for Short-term incentive plan. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted.

What you’ll do

The Grow Team Advisor is responsible for building strong customer relationships and generating sales across all Agro product lines. They provide expert agronomic advice and technical support to ensure customer satisfaction and market growth.

Requirements

Candidates must have over 8 years of experience in the agriculture industry, including 5 years in sales, and possess a degree or diploma in Agriculture. A valid Class 5 Driver’s License and strong knowledge of crops, soils, and horticulture are required.

Benefits

• Short-term incentive plan bonus
• Pension plan
• Employer matched contributions
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Employee and family assistance program
• Team member volunteer program
• Career and development opportunities
• Long term service awards

Listed skills

• Technical Support · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• Customer service · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Agronomy
• Agricultural sales
• Customer relationship management
• Crop solutions
• Market trend analysis
• Inventory forecasting
• Budget alignment
• Technical support
• Communication skills
• Microsoft Office
• Customer service
• Interpersonal skills
• Sales documentation
• Farming practices
• Inventory Forecasting
• Tactfulness
• Support Services
• Relationship Management
• Good Driving Record
• Professionalism
• Agricultural Sales
• Diplomacy
• Valid Driver's License
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Agribusiness
• Agriculture
• Customer Service
• Communication
• Sales
• Forecasting
• Horticulture
• Inventory Management
• Machinery
• Market Trend
• Microsoft Outlook
• Soil Science

Job areas

• Agriculture
• Sales
• Customer Service & Support
• Management & Leadership
• Agronomist
• Soil / Plant Scientist
• Environmental Protection Professionals
• Soil and Plant Scientists

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