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Simplot Product Line Lead CN (Remote in Western Canada) in Kindersley, Saskatchewan
Product Line Lead CN (Remote in Western Canada)
Location:
Kindersley, SK, CA, S0L 1S0Kindersley, SK, CA, S0L 1S0Chin, AB, CA, T1M 1N2Meota, SK, CA, S0M 1X0Plenty, SK, CA, S0L 2R0Cardston, AB, CA, T0K 0K0Pincher Creek, AB, CA, T0K 0K0Eatonia, SK, CA, S0L 0Y0Leader, SK, CA, S0N 1H0Marengo, SK, CA, S0L 2K0Lucky Lake, SK, CA, S0L 1Z0Meadow Lake, SK, CA, S9X 1Y4Spiritwood, SK, CA, S0J 2M0Rosetown, SK, CA, S0L 2V0Brock, SK, CA, S0L 0H0Milden, SK, CA, S0L 2L0Medstead, SK, CA, S0M 1W0North Battleford, SK, CA, S9A 3K2Elrose, SK, CA, S0L 0Z0
Simplot Canada (II) Limited is a wholly owned subsidiary of the J.R. Simplot Company. The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held organization, with roots firmly planted in agriculture and agriculture-related businesses. The J.R. Simplot Company is a true farm-to-table company with operations that touch every aspect of agriculture, including seed production, farming and ranching, plant sciences, fertilizer manufacturing, food processing, commercial product development, and distribution.
Summary
Responsible for strategic direction and development of crop nutrition value-added focus products. Working closely with AgProve field scale trial program, Agronomy, and Ag Innovation, this position will bring a strong level of agronomic positioning of SGS Canada’s Specialty Crop Nutrition Product Portfolio.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Work with all SGS locations to inform, forecast, and increase sales of Specialty CN products (Bulk and Packaged)
Be the point of contact for locations to order packaged CN products and responsible for supplier PO’s
Working in connection with the Procurement Lead to ensure accurate positioning of specialty product throughout the SGS Canada Business Unit
Travel to SGS locations to provide updated information on focus products, attend local grower event’s, work with marketing to provide timely product campaigns
Generate Sales for CN Specialty Products through internal (AgProve) and external
resources, responsible for working with locations to ensure accurate forecasting
Work with CN Manager and Agronomy team to evaluate new and existing CN products and determine strategic sourcing options for SGS Canada
Be the primary point of contact for location pricing inquiries, product orders, & search internal inventory options prior to ordering new product
Provide forecast and sales information, market intel and updates to all SGS leaders and staff
Key Roles & Competencies
Agronomic knowledge of Specialty Crop Nutrition products and how they are positioned for customer success in Western Canadian Agriculture
Good understanding of Western Canadian specialty product market and supply chain
Strong sales skills (grower or retail), with a proven track record of achieving business growth targets
Ability to negotiate with suppliers to leverage SGS Canada’s scale and position them for profitable growth
Ability to work with cross-functional groups (Agronomy/AgProve, AgInnovation, Sales & Operations) to extract data to develop resources, communicate business updates, and assist with product trainings
Strong presentation skills with the ability to speak in front of internal staff and external customers
Able to lead the SGS Canada Packaged CN forecasting process’ and executing on a strategic sourcing plan
Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers
Able to work within SGS Canada reporting tools to monitor and track monthly business milestones as well as year over year comparisons
Simplot Grower Solutions Member
Be an active supporter and contributor to the communities we serve
Contribute to and maintain a positive attitude in the workplace
Keep and maintain confidentiality of all customers, staff and suppliers and Simplot Grower Solutions business
Help with any special projects as required
Be familiar with and live the values that are defined by the Simplot Grower Solutions
Continually develop leadership and business skills
Approve, attend and contribute to community activities when appropriate
Set, maintain, and live high ethical and moral standards
Pleasantly greet customers and suppliers
Fill in for all roles when needed with appropriate skills and talents
Support safety practices and initiatives as set by safety officer and ensure safe driving habits
Maintain and tidy up office and yard
Demonstrate respect and courtesy for all staff, customers, suppliers, and community
Qualifications & Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Business or Agriculture is preferred
8+ years experience in Crop Nutrition industry or Ag Retail
Up to 25% overnight travel. Additional daytime travel within trade area
Disclaimer : The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
This is a remote position that will be located within Western Canada. Will require travel to SGS Canada locations.
Job Requisition ID: 19441
Travel Required : Up to 75%
Location(s): Remote - CAN, SGS Retail - Cardston, SGS Retail - Chin, SGS Retail - Eatonia, SGS Retail - Elrose, SGS Retail - Kindersley, SGS Retail - Leader, SGS Retail - Lucky Lake, SGS Retail - Marengo, SGS Retail - Meadow Lake, SGS Retail - Medstead, SGS Retail - Meota, SGS Retail - Milden, SGS Retail - Pincher Creek, SGS Retail - Rosetown, SGS Retail - Spiritwood, SGS Retail Dodsland - Plenty, SGS Retail Hamlin - North Battleford, SGS Warehouse - Brock
Country : Canada
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