Seed Representative (NA West) - Jobs in Carberry, MB

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Position Title: Seed Representative (NA West)Position Type: Regular - Full-TimePosition Location: BurleyRequisition ID: 18527Summary of PositionThe Seed Representative is responsible for assisting in the development our North America seed pipeline, building relationships and managing inventory & contracts with our seed grower partners. The incumbent will work with regional seed growers, McCain internal stakeholders and transportation organizations to monitor seed inventory and chain of custody for new variety adoption with McCain proprietary varieties.Ideal candidates will have natural leadership talent with the ability to leverage seed potato production and inventory knowledge into proven results for McCain and our growers. The Seed Representative position can be based in any of McCain Foods Canadian or USA operation areas (New Brunswick, Manitoba, Alberta, Maine, Wisconsin, Idaho or Washington) and will report directly to Seed Agronomist.Essential Responsibilities include the following:Potato Production and Extension Management

• Develop and maintain a network of seed growers within assigned regions to enable ramp up and delivery of new varieties to process growers as per McCain new variety rolling plans.
• Lead contracting and seed grower relationships in assigned regions.
• Assist the Seed Agronomist in carrying out the seed rolling plan with volume planning and inventory tracking from nuclear/minituber stage to the commercial grower (E3 or FY4/5).
• Assist in coordinating transportation of the seed within the network.
• Work with Seed Agronomist on Grower Improvement Plans (GIP) aimed at improving yield and quality through focused extension support. Maintain accountability of plans to targeted objectives.
• Assist the Seed Agronomist with maintaining quality standards and data on winter grow out/evaluations.
• Champion safe operations and behaviors in work every day with McCain employees and with our growers.

Professional Development

• Engage in continuous learning opportunities to develop skills and knowledge of potato production.
• Be an engaged and energetic team member supporting fellow Agriculture team members and company objectives.
• Be the face of McCain Agriculture: Represent McCain Foods as a leader in the potato industry.

Qualifications

• Emphasis on strong practical experience in full cycle/generation seed potato production is critical including storage.
• Must have a strong ability to connect and communicate with McCain’s grower partners.
• A minimum of a Bachelor’s of Science degree in agricultural science or ag-business.
• Must have strong soft skills, capable of leading people and projects effectively.
• Must be able to keep self and others on track with objectives; time management and prioritization are key skills.
• This position is most suited to an individual who demonstrates strong leadership skills and has the desire and ability to contribute and grow within the McCain Foods North America organization.
• A strong bias towards workplace safety both for McCain employees and our grower partners.
• Ability to travel cross border throughout North America (up to 50% travel).

Certificates, Licenses, RegistrationsValid driver’s licenseProfessional Agrologist Certification or ability to obtain (for Canada regional support)Obtain CMA (Certified McCain Agronomist) Certification within two years of hire dateQualificationsMinimum to perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential responsibility in a satisfactory manner in the work environment conditions described below. The essential responsibilities listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required but do not represent all tasks or duties that may be asked of the position. Must be able to work in Canada.Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee may be exposed to wet and/or humid outdoor conditions. Employees will be required to perform duties in an agricultural setting to include potato fields and potato storages.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse and telephone touchscreen and talk or hear.Requires visual acuity to focus on desktop and/or laptop computer screen.Requires standing and sitting for prolonged periods of time, talking and listening. Some heavy lifting is required (40 lbs).Scheduled work times may fluctuate seasonally related to farming cycles, especially during planting and harvesting. We are a global company, must have willingness to occasionally modify work day to accommodate global meeting schedules.McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We see value in ensuring we have a diverse, antiracist, inclusive, merit-based, and equitable workplace. As a global family-owned company we are proud to reflect the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that diversity drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger.The health and safety of McCain employees and their families has been our number one priority since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Supported by science, and in line with our culture and values, we believe that being vaccinated is the most effective way to protect each other, our families, our customers, and our communities. It is therefore a requirement that the successful candidate for this role be fully vaccinated and have completed the mandatory incubation period prior to the candidate’s start date with McCain, subject to reasonable accommodations if you are unable to be vaccinated for protected grounds under applicable human rights legislation (e.g. medical or religious reasons).McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We see value in ensuring we have a diverse, antiracist, inclusive, merit-based, and equitable workplace. As a global family-owned company we are proud to reflect the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that diversity drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger.McCain is an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.Your privacy is important to us. By submitting personal data or information to us, you agree this will be handled in accordance with the Global Privacy PolicyJob Family: AgricultureDivision: NA Ag StrategyDepartment: New Variety Development NALocation(s): CA - Canada : Manitoba : Carberry || CA - Canada : Manitoba : Portage la Prairie || CA - Canada : Manitoba : Winnipeg || US - United States of America : Idaho : Boise || US - United States of America : Idaho : Burley || US - United States of America : Idaho : Fruitland || US - United States of America : Idaho : Nampa || US - United States of America : Washington : Othello || US - United States of America : Washington : SeattleCompany: McCain Foods USA, Inc.Quick Apply

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