Summary

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities for Simplot Grower Solutions to develop its own proprietary product line to differentiate SGS Canada in creating unique solutions for our customers
• Conduct research to understand regulatory needs, market and industry trends, customer needs and the competitive landscape.
• Work with all SGS locations to inform, forecast, and increase sales of focus products, proprietary and biological. Provide education and technical support.
• Learn and acquire expertise on biological products to select, support and help market and sell.
• Attend grower events and work with the Marketing team and Market Development Lead to provide timely product campaigns.
• Generate Sales for CPP & Seed focus products through internal (Ag Prove) and external resources
• Work with Procurement Leads to ensure accurate positioning of focus/proprietary products throughout the SGS Canada Business Unit
• Work with CPP & Seed Manager and Market Development Lead to evaluate new and existing products and determine strategic sourcing options for SGS Canada

• Agronomic knowledge of Crop Protection products and how they are positioned for customer success in Western Canadian Agriculture.
• Good understanding of Western Canadian supply chain
• Strong sales skills (grower or retail), with a proven track record of achieving business growth targets
• Ability to negotiate with suppliers to leverage SGS Canada’s scale and position them for profitable growth
• Ability to work with cross-functional groups (Agronomy/Ag Prove, Ag Innovation, Sales & Operations) to extract data to develop resources, communicate business updates, and assist with product trainings
• Strong presentation skills with the ability to speak in front of internal staff and external customers
• Able to lead the SGS Canada forecasting process’ for specific product lines and execute on a strategic sourcing plan

• 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, staff and suppliers and Simplot Grower Solutions business
• Help with any special projects as required
• Be familiar with and live the values that are defined by the Simplot Grower Solutions
• 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 staff, customers, suppliers, and community

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or Agriculture is preferred
• 8+ years experience in CPP & Seed industry or Ag Retail
• Up to 25% overnight travel. Additional daytime travel within trade area

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