Sales Agronomist - Waterford

A family owned business based in the Norfolk Area which provides inputs (seed, fertilizer, crop protection products) and custom application services to growers in the Norfolk, Niagara, Haldimand and Hamilton-Wentworth areas. We are looking for a hardworking, resourceful and results-driven individual for a full time, permanent Sales Agronomist position.

• Provide agronomic support and advice to growers and prospects
• Responsible for contributing to customer profitability as well as overall business profitability by providing accurate and label directed agronomic information
• Completing detailed crop plans with customers
• Interpreting soil and tissue analysis results with customers
• Scouting fields to assist customers with weed, insect and disease control options
• Sales agronomist work in a defined territory to develop and maintain customer relationships and become a reputable resource for crop production information and technology
• Effectively collaborate with a team of other Sales Agronomists to maximize services, information and sales to growers who want extensive technical/agronomic expertise
• Maintain a thorough agronomic and technical knowledge of brand products and services
• Speak to company practices as it relates to current/future products, pricing and other company initiatives with dealers, growers and members of the community
• Excellent Compensation package: competitive salary, company vehicle, flexible benefits plan, training and career development opportunities

Requirements:

• Post-secondary education in agriculture and/or a minimum of 3-5 years of agronomy and horticulture crop input sales experience
• Experience with vegetables, fruit and tobacco would be a desired asset
• A good ability to relate to people and promote products
• Must be a team player
• Willingness to travel and work in a rural environment
• A valid driver's license
• The Certified Crop Advisor designation is an asset

Clark Agri Service thanks all applicants for their interest, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.