Product Line Lead CN (Remote in Western Canada)

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

Simplot Canada (II) Limited is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.