Crop Inputs Associate
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Job Description
About Cargill
Cargill is a global food and agriculture company that connects farmers with markets, customers with ingredients, and people and animals with the food they need to thrive. With 155,000 employees in over 70 countries, Cargill uses its expertise in agriculture, food, and nutrition to nourish the world in a responsible way.
Crop Inputs Associate
Cargill’s Agricultural Supply Chain – North America (CASC NA) is seeking a Crop Inputs Associate to join its team. The Crop Inputs Associate will work directly with the location sales and agronomy team to provide agronomic and crop production product solutions for farm customers.
Responsibilities:
• Provide outstanding agronomic advice to help farm customers make better crop production decisions
• Work with the sales and agronomy team to develop and implement marketing and sales plans
• Maintain relationships with key customers and suppliers
• Stay up-to-date on the latest agricultural trends and technologies
• Participate in training and development programs to enhance skills and knowledge
Qualifications:
• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree or diploma in Agricultural Business, Agronomy, Plant Science, Soils Science, or related discipline graduating between December 2023 and August 2024
• Possess a valid Canadian driver’s license in good standing
• Must be legally entitled to work for Cargill in Canada
• Eligible for membership in the Provincial Institute of Agrologists
• Ability to work with individuals from a diverse set of backgrounds
• Ability to contribute, both as part of a team and individually
Preferred Qualifications:
• Ability to relocate to various locations throughout Western Canada
• Previous scouting experience
• Sales aptitude
• Ability to tackle problems and make decisions independently
• Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills, with ability to influence decision-making
• Demonstrated leadership skills and experience
• Knowledge of agronomy services, farm customers and the agriculture industry
• Knowledge of the crop inputs business and the significance of supplier relationships
• Knowledge of the Canadian agricultural production and farm management
Cargill is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing accommodation to our job applicants with disabilities.
