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Title posted on AgCareers.com - Forage Sales Specialist
Posted on October 08, 2024 by Employer details Union Forage
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Enriching land and lives is what we do every day at Millborn. As a leading seed supplier throughout North America, we are uniquely positioned to provide a vertically integrated supply chain, robust seed lineup, and unmatched support team with expertise to positively impact the land today and for generations to come.Since 1987, Millborn has focused on being the single source for any seed need, no matter our customer’s goals. With our multi-brand strategy – Union Forage, Renovo Seed, and Millborn – we can serve any customer’s seed needs throughout North America.In Canada with our Union Forage team, we are focused on providing a complete support system to extend the duration of grazing for all growing regions – annual grazing systems for summer growth and winter stockpile for irrigation and dryland production. With a lineup of practical, profitable solutions for farmers, ranchers, and landowners, Millborn is positioned to build long-term relationships with Canadian farmers and ranchers.We are seeking a dynamic, enthusiastic representative to join our head office team in Calgary, Alberta. Reporting to and working alongside the National Account Manager, you will be primarily responsible for developing a new forage sales and support desk, focusing on our Union Forage forage product lineup along with our new-to-Canada Renovo Seed products.POSITION OVERVIEWThe Forage Sales Specialists’ primary focus is selling products and being a go-to support for all things agronomy-related for dealers, customers, and prospective customers.Key ResponsibilitiesWork directly with customers who call the head office to meet their order or agronomic needs, with a primary focus on annual and perennial forage productsProvide customers with top notch service, agronomy support, and resourcesEnter orders into order entry system and answer customer questions about orders as neededOwn blending order entry and paperwork processCollaborate with National Account Manager and the General Manager to establish strategic plan and set targetsSeek industry knowledge to become a well-rounded leader in your field(s) of expertiseWork with Renovo Seed/Union Forage sales team to develop and execute ideas and programs for all customersCall new prospects and existing customers to ensure their ongoing and evolving needs are being metCreate a helpful and uplifting experience for the customerAttend trade shows, field days, customer visits, and meetings as designated to showcase Renovo Seed and Union Forage productsEvaluate performance of Renovo Seed and Union Forage products during field visits with customersSubscribe to a team player mentalityTrue desire to help customersServe with humility Special RequirementsExceptional communication skillsDesire to serve people and maintain a positive attitude focusing on customer satisfactionAbility to establish priorities and work independently toward overall objectivesMaintain a high attention to detail while managing multiple tasksEnsure quality and timeliness are a top priority – desire for accuracyEffective computer/IT skills – experience with Microsoft products, CRM systemsThrives under pressure in a progressive, fast-paced environment Other InformationPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONSWork performed indoors includes an office environment, requiring the ability to sit or stand to operate standard office equipment, computers, and phonesOccasional warehouse and outdoor work that will require lifting/carrying of up to 55lbs along with walking, bending, stooping and reachingPotential operation of equipment (grain bins, truck unloading equipment, mixers, forklifts)Moderate dust (PPE provided), moderate noise and exposure to heat and cold when outdoor work is required EDUCATIONAL/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTSA degree or diploma in Agriculture; previous experience in forage or demonstrated agriculture backgroun- LocationCalgary, AB
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- SalaryNot available
- Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source AgCareers.com #966442
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