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Agronomy Consulting Expert (Rosetown, SK) Simplot Canada (II) Limited is a wholly owned subsidiary of the J.R.

Simplot

Company. The J.R.

Simplot

Company is a diverse, privately held organization, with roots firmly planted in agriculture and agriculture-related businesses. The J.R.

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.

Summary To provide industry leading agronomic consulting. The CrOptics Program will support customers and team members with agronomy services and product recommendations that are the best decision for the highest level of crop production to the benefit of Simplot customers and the company.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Area Agronomy Support

Deliver agronomy services to CrOptics customers

Increase Simplot’s overall expertise in soil management & plant health

Work with Area Location Managers to provide the opportunity for agronomy services to customers

Have an ongoing communication with several key customers, in cooperation with Area Location and Account Managers, to demonstrate continuity and consistency

Contribute to and be familiar with Simplot strategies for: Macronutrients

Micronutrients

Herbicide rotations

Fungicide

Field verified demonstrations

Attend (on behalf of Simplot) local information meetings and in-season tours and bring the knowledge back to our entire team

Be open, available, and approachable

Work with other Area Agronomists one on one to develop approach methods and techniques

Set aside time for joint farm meetings with Area Agronomy Lead and Account Managers

Participate in school and community education programs as appropriate and directed by Agronomy Lead

Support customers and suppliers through prompt and detailed investigation of product inquiries

Lead in the development and facilitation of training programs for location employees in agronomy, in cooperation with the Agronomy Lead and Market Development Lead

Learn and understand the products and services Simplot provides

Build confidence and experience in technical skills while sharing best practices with the entire agronomy team

Keep current on industry trends and technology – transfer this knowledge to both the agronomy team and customers

Attract quality Agronomy Team members to Simplot

Ensure Simplot is maximizing the potential to have Agronomy support on as many fields as possible





Approach the Ag industry and community in a professional manner such that Simplot maintains a presence as the leader in our market

Assist Area Agronomy Team to complete accreditation in compliance with company policy

Support the Account Managers and Location Managers complete accreditation in compliance with company policy

Oversee the entry of Area scouting data into system for permanent archive on the customer account

Research and Product Development Support

Work closely with Agronomy Lead and Marketing Development 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, Market Development Lead and other Agronomists.

Provide direction for Agronomist and Agronomist Apprentice to assist Location Managers and Account Managers in providing consistent and effective agPROVE demonstrations and trials

Work closely with Marketing and e-Business team to execute marketing tasks for promotions to ensure robust brand presence and farmers attendance at events.

Customer Services Rep

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

Ensure proper completion of credit applications

Pursue new accounts in line with corporate direction when opportunity is presented

Operations Assistant

Assist in coordinating and executing product movement

Assist in loading and unloading of product from customers and 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 Member

Be an active supporter and contributor to the communities we serve

Contribute to and maintain a positive attitude in the workplace

Keep and maintain confidentiality of all customers, employees and suppliers and Simplot’s business

Help with any special projects as required





Be familiar with and live the values that are defined by Simplot

Continually develop leadership and business skills

Approve, attend, and contribute to community activities when appropriate

Set, maintain, and live high ethical and moral standards

Pleasantly greet customers and suppliers

Fill in for all roles when needed with appropriate skills and talents

Support safety practices and initiatives as set by safety officer and ensure safe driving habits

Maintain and tidy up office and yard

Demonstrate respect and courtesy for all employees, customers, suppliers, and community

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 ACEs to lend a hand to operations team 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 team are not required to be primary sellers we expect them to conduct sales tasks and even complete sales when appropriate.

ACEs will support Ag Innovations Services throughout the year.

Qualifications & Requirements:

Degree from a recognized institution and related field experience with emphasis on soil science, plant science, and crop production.

3 years experience in agronomy or related role.

Past industry experience is a valued asset.

Valid Class 5 Driver’s License.

M.Sc level training is an asset, but not required.

P. Ag or A.T designation required.

Physical Demands

Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals.

Manual labour including crop scouting and soil sampling.

Agri-Industry Hours - overtime, as required.

Interacts with upper and middle management, employees, and clients

Job Requisition ID: 25689

Travel Required :Less than 10%

Location(s): SGS Retail - Rosetown 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 [email protected].

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