Swan Valley Co-op is hiring a full-time Crop Inputs Manager at our Agro location in Swan River, MB.

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.swanvalleyco-op.crs

What you’ll do:
Reporting to the Agro Division Manager, you will lead in the areas of product, sales and service support while sharing your knowledge of agronomic products for the benefit of local Co-op customers. Duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Provide leadership to the Crop Inputs team in the areas of farm customer service responsibilities including:
  • Crop planning
  • Agronomic troubleshooting
  • Fertility
  • Crop Protection recommendations
• Achieve and maintain sales, margins and inventory targets
• Ensure inventory is in place to match demand
• Provide expertise in the areas of grower programs and assist producers to maximize and balance supplier rebates.
• Guide in areas of performance management, goal setting, and learning and development of the Crop Inputs Coordinators.
• Participate in supplier sales target planning
• Lead projects in the areas of:
  • Field tours
  • Informational meetings
  • Trials and communication plans

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 Agriculture and some or all of the following apply:

• You have a Degree or Diploma in Agriculture, post-secondary education in agronomy or a Certified Crop Advisor designation
• You have 5+ years of related experience including 3+ years of leadership experience
• You have the ability to manage complex grower and supplier rebates programs
• You have a Class 5 driver’s license
• You have strong communication skills both written and oral
• You have the ability to multi-task and problem solve
• You’re honest and trustworthy, results-oriented and strive to be the best in what you do
• You believe in building relationships and collaborating to deliver solutions that matter most, and you recognize the value that different perspectives bring to meet shared objectives

Our Team Members receive a competitive, comprehensive total compensation 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.  Relocation package available.

The selected candidate will have the opportunity to participate in a robust learning and development plan to foster their success in the role.

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.

Deadline for applications: Will remain open until filled

Contact us for more information at: careers@swanvalleycoop.ca