Agro Manager/Agronomist

Leduc Co-op Ltd. is hiring a Agro Manager / Agronomist at our Agro Facility in Calmar, AB.

Who we are:

Co-op does business differently. As a co-operative, we believe in working together to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth. To learn more about who we are and how you can help bring our brand to life, visit us at www.leducco-op.crs

What you’ll do:

Reporting to the General Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Assist with the operations of an Agro Facility, consisting of a fertilizer plant, chemicals, bins, & farm equipment.
• Develop, coordinate, and implement a customer communication plan, providing our customers with relevant, accurate information on agronomy, products, and services available at Leduc Co-op.
• To organize, direct and coordinate the sales activity to ensure an acceptable standard is achieved, including purchasing of materials and all the way to deliveries to customers.
• Support and maintain a contact program through visiting customers in their respective workplace.
• Deliver on field activities required and communicate results effectively to customers and ways to improve on their operations.
• To act as a liaison between our customers and suppliers.
• To grow the Agro Department to the position of a one stop area for customers.
• To maintain and lead a culture of safety through adherence to company standards for health and safety, loss prevention, and environmental due diligence.
• And all related duties as required.

Why it matters:

Our team provides a range of products and services to support our member-owners. Through the work that we do, we help to build, fuel, feed and grow Western Canadian communities together.

Who you are:

You are looking for a career in Retail Store Operations and:

• You have a minimum of high school, and a related post secondary diploma/degree in the Agricultural field. A professional designation is an asset.
• Related work experience may be considered in lieu of post secondary education.
• Related managerial experience an asset.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• The ability to work independently, and as part of a team.
• Must be creative and resourceful.
• Must be highly motivated.
• Will look at making this a career path, to grow the Agro Department.
• Must hold a valid driving license, with TDG endorsement.
• Good understanding of all aspects of a farming operation, both grains and animals.
• Must be able to travel to various farms/towns to meet with customers.

Our Team Members receive competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, and an employer-contributed pension plan. We encourage our Team Members to take advantage of learning opportunities, to grow and develop and to foster a culture of teamwork and innovation.

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.

Please note that safety-sensitive positions will require pre-employment alcohol and substance testing.

Apply online by March 25th, 2023 or contact us at ohs@leduccoop.ca for more information.

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