Agronomist - Minnedosa (Manitoba)

Agronomist - Minnedosa (Manitoba)

22 Oct
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Sobkow Technologies
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Manitoba

22 Oct

Sobkow Technologies

Manitoba

Heritage Co-op is inviting applications for a

For our Agro Site located in Minnedosa, MB

Who we are:
Co-op is a different kind of business. As a co-operative, we believe in working together to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth.

With over 500 Team Members, Heritage Co-op serves communities of Brandon, Minnedosa, Wawanesa, Erickson, Rivers, Sandy Lake and Strathclair. Our locations include Gas Bars, Food Stores, Home Centres, Bulk Petroleum and Agro sites. To learn more about who we are and how you can help bring our brand to life, visit us at www.heritageco-op.crs .

Our core Values are Integrity, Excellence and Responsibility
The Agronomist supports the Co-op?s agricultural members and customers by providing practical, science-based crop production advice and by developing trusted, long-term relationships. The role completes field assessments, identifies crop production challenges, recommends appropriate seed, crop nutrition, crop protection, and agronomic service solutions, and follows up to evaluate results.

Working closely with the Agro team, suppliers, and industry partners, the Agronomist contributes to safe, responsible product stewardship and the achievement of sales, service, and margin objectives. The role keeps current on local production conditions, research, technology, and regulatory requirements so that recommendations are timely, accurate, and aligned with farm goals and the Co-op?s values.

What you?ll do:

Build relationships with members and customers

Assess production goals, rotations, soil information, field history, and risk

Provide documented recommendations for seed, fertility, crop protection, and in-season management

Inspect fields and crops, identify weeds, insects, diseases, nutrient concerns, and environmental stress, collect representative samples where required, communicate findings, and recommend timely corrective action

Identify customer needs and opportunities, prepare solutions and follow-up plans, support seasonal sales programs, and contribute to Agro sales, service, margin, and customer-retention objectives





Promote secure handling, storage, transportation, and use of agricultural products

Maintain accurate recommendation and service records

Share agronomic knowledge with customers and employees through field days, grower meetings, demonstrations, and day-to-day coaching

Remain current on local agronomic issues, product information, technology, and industry practices, and recommend improvements to agronomic programs and services

Who you are:

You have a post-secondary degree or diploma in agronomy, plant science, crop science, soil science, agriculture, or a related discipline. An equivalent combination of education and directly related experience may be considered

Two+ years of related agronomy, crop scouting, agricultural retail, or farm-production experience is preferred

You have demonstrated experience assessing crop conditions, interpreting agronomic information, making practical recommendations, and developing customer relationships

Certified Crop Adviser (CCA) designation, Professional Agrologist designation, or eligibility and willingness to obtain a relevant professional designation is preferred

You?re aligned with our Values

The incumbent must complete all Co-op-required safety, product stewardship, and role-specific training and maintain any licences or certifications required for assigned duties

You have a valid Class 5 driver?s license

Agronomic expertise and judgement

Customer focus and relationship building

Business and sales acumen

Sound problem solving and decision making

Effective communication and knowledge sharing

Strong planning and organizational skills

Safety and accountability focused

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer,



and we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process to ensure an enjoyable candidate experience. Please reach out to the Human Resources team to discuss your needs if you require accommodation.

What we offer:
A competitive Compensation and Benefit Package: Our Team Members receive competitive salaries a comprehensive benefits package which includes Group Life Insurance, Short- & Long-Term Disability, Extended Health and Dental. and an employer-contributed pension plan, matched at 6% of salary.

Group Life Insurance

Short- & Long-Term Disability

Extended Health and Dental.

employer-contributed pension plan, matched at 6% of salary.

Inclusive Work Environment : At Co-op, we embrace diversity and inclusion, and we?re working to create a workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve.We support and provide an environment that allows all to bring their whole selves to work.

Professional Development : We encourage our team members to take advantage of learning opportunities, to grow and develop and to foster a culture of teamwork and innovation.

Additional Offerings : Team Member Purchase Rebate Program, Team Member Volunteer Incentive Program, Home Centre Preferred Pricing, EFAP (Employee and Family Assistance Program), Team Member Fitness Rebate of up to $100 per year towards health/fitness purchases ? Heritage Co-op values Team Members? wellbeing.

At Heritage Co-op, we strive to be an employer of choice by creating a culture our Team Members want to be a part of and supporting a healthy work-life balance.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted.

About Us
Heritage Co?op 1997 Ltd. is here to serve our members and customers with products and services that help build, feed, and fuel individuals and communities. We are a different kind of business, being member-owned means that any profits are returned to our members and stay in the local economy. We live where you live, work where you work, and help grow the economy right here.

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📌 Agronomist - Minnedosa (Manitoba)
🏢 Sobkow Technologies
📍 Manitoba

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