Simplot Canada (II) Limited is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Simplot Company. The Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held organization, with roots firmly planted in agriculture and agriculture-related businesses. The Simplot Company is a true farm-to-table company with operations that touch every aspect of agriculture, including seed production, farming and ranching, plant sciences, fertilizer manufacturing, food processing, commercial product development, and distribution.
The Agronomist role support customers and location employees with agronomy services and product recommendations that are the best decision for the highest level of crop production to the benefit of customers and the company.
Deliver agronomy services to locations as required by locations and provide technically sound agronomic advice
Increase overall expertise in soil management & plant health
Work with Location Operations Managers to provide the opportunity for agronomy services to customers
Have an ongoing communication with several key customers, in cooperation with Location Operation Managers and Account Managers, to demonstrate continuity and consistency.
Ensure company is maximizing the potential to have Agronomy support on as many fields as possible
Work closely with Agronomy Lead in the development of Area field research program to learn protocols and ensure requirements are followed.
Support plan for all Area summer tours, winter meetings, and events that showcase Simplot in field knowledge in cooperation with Agronomy Lead and other Agronomists.
Understand and execute checklists for developed for Agronomists, Location Operations Managers and Account Managers to develop consistent and effective in field demonstrations and agPROVE trials
Work closely with Marketing to execute marketing tasks for promotions to ensure strong brand presence and farmers attendance at events.
Provide sales function to key customers and walk in customers when appropriate
Oversee and maintain their assigned customer records on database
Learn and ensure compliance with company customer management standards
Ensure highest level of customer service for any customer when appropriate
Pursue new accounts in line with corporate direction when opportunity is presented
Assist in coordinating and executing product movement
Assist in loading and unloading of product form customers or from suppliers
Assist operations employees with various tasks, especially in busy season and especially when a customer needs to be served
Be prepared to fill in in the instance of operational shortfalls.
Simplot Agronomy is one of our primary differentiators. This position is critical to our customers and locations, and we expect the highest level of professionalism and agronomy expertise.
Simplot profitability comes from our ability to deliver products and services that meet and exceed our customers’ expectations. We expect our Agronomists to lend a hand to operations employees to ensure the highest level of satisfaction for customers when the need is there.
Technology and solutions are provided in the form of products. Even though our agronomy employees are not required to be primary sellers, we expect them to conduct sales tasks and even complete sales when appropriate.
Key Skills and Capabilities
Cooperation & Teamwork
Customer Service
Development & Continual Learning
Job & Technical Knowledge
Judgement
Organization & Time Management
Reliability
Problem Solving
Diploma or Degree from a recognised institution and, or related field experience with emphasis on soil science, plant science, and crop production.
Valid Class 5 driver’s license.
Past industry experience is a valued asset.
Desire for a P. Ag or A.T designation required. If already held it is a valued asset.
Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals.
Manual labour including crop scouting and soil sampling.
Agri-Industry Hours - overtime, as required.
Indoor and outdoor setting
Interacts with upper and middle management, employees, and clients.
Repetitive work.
Job Requisition ID: 27706
Travel Required:
Location(s): SGS Retail - Lucky Lake SK
Country: Canada
** Simplot Canada (II) Limited is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.**
If you require technical assistance, please email us at careers.contact@simplot.com.
Founded in 1929, the Simplot Company is a dynamic global food and agriculture leader with operations in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Australia, Argentina, India and China. Headquartered in Boise, Idaho, the privately held and family-owned Company employs more than 15,000 employees worldwide. The Company's integrated portfolio includes food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture. The Simplot Brand and our values still align with the qualities you find in farmers: independence, fairness, resilience and resourcefulness. We imagine a better future, build innovative solutions to help feed a growing global population and share an unwavering commitment to the communities where we operate. Simplot’s success is strengthened by our history, driven by our employees, and ensured by our commitment to our Purpose, Mission and Core Values. Many things have changed at Simplot over the years, but J.R.’s bedrock vision carries forward: work hard, give honest value, be good partners and – today more than ever – treat the Earth and its bounty as a resource to be respected and protected.
