Hensall Co-op is seeking a Field Marketer to service the Grey/Bruce County area. The Field Marketer is a motivated self-starter who is capable of creating long-term relationships with customers in order to meet sales goals and organizational objectives. This is a full-time position working primarily out of the Drayton location, with some requirement to travel to the Kurtzville location.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:- Maintain, prospect and build on crop retail opportunities for seed, fertilizer and crop protection.
- Origination of food grade production (food grade soybeans & edible beans)
- Commercial grains procurement
- Recommend agronomic solutions through farm calls, grower niche meetings etc.
- Establish and attain annual sales budgets.
- Maintain regular contact with customers to ensure satisfaction and to capitalize on opportunities.
- Complete and maintain accurate paperwork for all contracts.
Qualifications:- Ability to work well in both a team setting and individually with minimal supervision.
- Excellent communication, organization and time management skills
- Ability to meet tight deadlines for sales targets and special projects.
- Strong agricultural background and knowledge
- Ability to perform all sales related tasks.
Job Requirements:- Post-Secondary degree/diploma in Agriculture
- At least 2 years’ experience in Ag Retail preferred
- CCA designation preferred or willingness to obtain
- Valid Ontario Driver’s License
If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit your cover letter and resume to: Human Resources Department. Attention: Jessica Boughen. Hensall Co-op is committed to employment equity and encourages members of the four designated groups to apply Accommodation will be made upon request.