Department: Product Strategy & Merchandising

Employment Type: Temporary

Requisition ID: 1898

Date Posted: July 14, 2026

Closing Date: July 28, 2026 or until filled

Job Summary

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Product Strategy, the Product Strategy Specialist is responsible for the management of the assigned products (Seed & Crop Protection) including profitability, sales, advertising, category planning, vendor negotiations, inventory and product selection; for developing and managing their overall product strategy and direction. The Product Strategy Specialist under the guidance of the product strategy team, will develop & implement their UFA product assortments, pricing strategies and promotional plans to meet member-customer needs and deliver the financial goals and objectives for the organization. The Product Strategy Specialist will apply best practices in category management to achieve the sales, margin & gross margin % budgets by developing key strategic vendor relationships, pricing strategies, product and inventory, promotion campaigns, and assortment plans.

This is a 12-month temporary position, with a potential to be up to 18 months.

Responsibilities

Develop, in collaboration with the Product Strategy Managers, strategies for Product assortments, Pricing, Promotions and inventory levels for specific product segments to drive revenue & margin growth, deliver on UFA’s business objectives and financial budgets. Collaborate with internal partners and stakeholders to ensure product strategies and plans are rolled-out to the business in an effective and efficient manner. Develop, in collaboration with the Product Strategy Managers, promotional strategies and tactics, based upon customer segmentation and category management principles that will achieve business and financial objectives. Develop, in collaboration with the Product Strategy Managers, the product assortment strategy and manage the product segment’s overall inventory productivity; through the product life cycle stages, aged-inventory levels and implement required actions as needed. Develop, lead, and communicate, in collaboration with the Product Strategy Managers, the pricing strategies for their product that will achieve expected business and financial objectives. Execute rebate reporting requirements for seed and crop protection product categories as required. Research marketplace trends involving product, customers, suppliers, and competitors to identify new products, sourcing and business ideas to ensure our product assortments and customer experience are best in class. Gather market intelligence through formal and informal means to aid in the development of the overall business strategies and product portfolio performance. Manage and optimize vendor relationships, in collaboration with the Product Strategy Managers, with respect to their product segments and assortments. Partner with vendors regularly to focus on: business growth, strengthen partnerships, improve cost of goods / payment terms / rebates / marketing co-op, and drive synergies across the business with a global approach.

Qualifications

Degree in Business, Economics, Agriculture or related field and /or equivalent work experience. More than 5 years relevant experience with minimum 3-5 years relevant in product category management Seed and/or Crop Protection product knowledge is required.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications

Microsoft Dynamics experience an asset Proven track record to build strong relationships and work with cross-functional teams Strong presentation & communication skills (both written and verbal). Exposure to competitor and business intelligence with a demonstrated ability to synthesize and report on business relevance. Ability to create successful strategies that meet / exceed member & customer needs and achieve product goals and financial objectives Provide accurate and timely reporting to the business stakeholders to facilitate business opportunity discussions and strategy development Able to multi-task with shifting and competing business priorities, in conditions of minimal supervision.

You and UFA. Let’s Grow Together.

UFA is one of Canada’s largest and most progressive agricultural co-operatives. We’re a multi-billion-dollar organization that offers the products, services, and support our 127,000+ members need to build, grow and succeed. While our roots will always be in agriculture, we’re proud to support the industries and communities that drive Western Canada’s economy. We need your skills, expertise and ideas to help us keep growing.

A Business with a Purpose - Join a member-owned co-operative with a mission that matters: improving the well-being of our members, helping them feed the world, and enabling investment in local communities. Recognized and Rewarded for Your Performance - At UFA, success is shared. You’ll own your work and be recognized for both individual and organizational results. Work-Life Success - We prioritize safety, respect your time, and offer flexible options and comprehensive benefits to support your life inside and outside of work. We Help Each Other Grow - Our collaborative culture fosters growth through hands-on experience, mentorship, training, educational support, and diverse career paths.

Diversity Equity, and Belonging

At UFA, we care about our employees and what makes them unique. We strive to create an inclusive environment that welcomes employees from diverse backgrounds, where everyone can do their best work. If you require accommodation during the application or selection process, please contact careers@ufa.com.

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