Feed Sales Specialist - Calgary, AB, Canada - Federated Co-operatives Limited

Description

Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL) is hiring a Feed Sales Specialist on a temporary 12-month basis on our Feed team. This position is a hybrid opportunity and is based in Calgary, AB.

Do you enjoy working with animals in sales? This opportunity allows for you to set your own schedule and be out on the open road. If this sounds like you apply today

What you'll do:

• Achieve sales targets and generate sustainable sales growth of feed products (bulk & packaged), animal health supplies and farm hardware products through local Co-op retail accounts (B2B Sales Activities).
• Empower local Co-op retails with the ability to sell bulk & packaged feed, animal health and farm hardware products to their member customers by offering product knowledge training, providing in-store and on-farm technical support.
• Promote FCL feed manufacturing and nutritional services to large volume direct and third-party livestock consultant clients.
• Strengthen the Co-op Feeds reputation as a trusted livestock feed manufacturer by fostering strong client relationships and generating brand awareness through targeted industry events.
• Approximately 70% annual travel, with approximately 4-5 nights away per month.

Who you'll work with :

The Team: You will work closely with Feed Team Advisor, local Co-op staff, Producers, and will report into the Feed Sales Manager. This team strives to cultivate a culture of collaboration, team works and autonomy.

Why it matters:

​​Our Agro team helps to feed and grow Western Canadian communities by sourcing and distributing products and services to local Co-ops in the feed, crop supplies and fertilizer business.​

Who you are:

You are looking for a career in ​Sales & Marketing​ and:

• Have 6-9 years of progressively responsible sales experience in the agriculture and/or animal health industry.
• Have a commerce or agriculture degree, preference in animal science (a combination of relevant education and experience may be considered).
• Have a professional Agrologist designation is an asset.

What we offer:

• Competitive salaries, short-term incentives, a comprehensive benefits package, and an employer-contributed pension plan.
• Encouragement to take advantage of learning opportunities to grow and develop as a Team Member.
• As a co-operative, we do business differently. 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 what we offer, visit .

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process to ensure an enjoyable candidate experience. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, we invite you to submit your requests to us via All information received will be kept confidential.

If this opportunity speaks to you, we invite you to apply by May 20, 2024.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted.

As this position is considered a position of trust and safety sensitive, you may be required to complete substance test, criminal record check and provide a drivers abstract in accordance with FCL policies

FCL embraces diversity and inclusion. We're working to create a workforce that is as diverse as the communities we serve and an environment where every team member brings their whole self to work. We believe all candidates should feel at home with us and be given the opportunity to fully participate during the recruitment process.