Regional Agronomic Solutions Advisor - Regina, Canada - Richardson International

Richardson International

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Regina, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

At Richardson International, being truly invested is at the heart of everything we do. For over 160 years, Richardson has been dedicated to Canadian agriculture. Recognized as a global leader in agriculture and food processing, Richardson is one of Canada's Best Managed Companies. Richardson has approximately 3,000 employees across Canada, the U.S. and the U.K. At Richardson, we are committed to enhancing our facilities and services and investing in our people and our communities.

Richardson Pioneer, a division of Richardson International, is Canada's leading agribusiness.

Richardson Pioneer supports Canadian farmers throughout the growing season - providing agronomic services and advice, selling crop inputs, buying their crops at harvest and selling them to markets around the world through the most efficient network of high throughput Ag Business Centres in Western Canada.

Working with Richardson opens the door to a world of possibility.

We currently have an opportunity for a Regional Agronomic Solutions Advisor at our Richardson Pioneer Zone 2 office located in Medicine Hat, AB.

Reporting to the Senior Director, the Regional Agronomic Solutions Advisor will support all zone based agronomy and digital ag activities.

This position will be the go-to technical agronomic solutions expert for their zone to support the business in driving sales and provide localized training.

Responsibilities:

Facilitate and implement agronomic and digital ag initiatives
Act as the technical expert to agronomic solutions staff at locations.
Lead and implement localized CropWatch trial strategy
Facilitate zone and corporate training to educate staff
Ensure alignment and partnership with key local suppliers
Certify 4R Acres for the zone

Qualifications:

A postsecondary education in Agriculture, AgBusiness or a related field preferred
Minimum 5 years of experience in the Canadian agricultural industry
Must have a Professional Agrologist and/or Certified Crop Advisor designation
Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with management and employees
A valid driver's licence is required
Strong written and verbal communication skills; demonstrated presentation skills

Richardson International provides an excellent compensation package consisting of competitive salary, pension, a flexible benefits plan and training and career development opportunities.

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