Crop Inputs Associate - Jobs in Unity

Job Description

Want to build a stronger, more sustainable future and cultivate your career Join Cargill #39;s global team of 155,000 employees who use new technologies, dynamic insights and over 154 years of experience to connect farmers with markets, customers with ingredients, and people and animals with the food they need to thrive.Position Application:All candidates must complete Cargill #39;s online application prior to interviewing. To be considered for employment with Cargill, you must apply online and complete the entire application process, along with an e-signature.Please note, applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. Please submit your application as soon as possible, so it may be reviewed to be considered for the position.Your Role:Connect to meaningful work. Feed the world. Achieve your higher purpose.What if your ideas could nourish the world As an associate, we transfer your knowledge and skills into profound experiences that positively impact our global community. From food to transportation, your innovative solutions, collaboration and dedication will evolve industries to take on tomorrow #39;s greatest challenges. And that #39;s just the beginning. Because when your skills meet our unrivaled network and breadth of opportunity, your career is without bounds. Join our community to realize the impact of your work, help people around the world and connect with something greater.Crop Inputs Associate Position:Cargill #39;s Agricultural Supply Chain - North America (CASC NA) connects agricultural producers to food, feed and industrial customers through a seamless supply chain. We help our customers compete in the global market and efficiently deliver products from origins to destinations through our marketing, sourcing, originating, storing, trading, consulting and processing of grain, oilseeds and crop inputs products and solutions. CASC NA business reaches across Canada, United Statesamp; Mexico with an expansive asset footprint including over 200 grain elevators, export/import facilities, oilseed crush plants and biodiesel facilities.You will participate in a training program to prepare you be become a Crop Inputs Representative. A Crop Inputs Representative works directly with the location sales and agronomy team to provide agronomic and crop production product solutions for our farm customers. By providing outstanding agronomic advice, the Crop Input Associate will learn how to help our farm customers make better crop production decisions for their business.Training:Working closely with your Manager and the location Sales Leader, you will participate in extensive training including one-on-one, on-the-job, classroom and online training in agronomy and selling skills. Typically a Crop Inputs Associate will be assigned a territory within 12 months.Our Benefits:No matter who you are or where you are, we #39;ve designed our plans and programs to meet your needs. We want to help you take care of what #39;s needed for today and offer protection to help with tomorrow #39;s what-ifs. You #39;ll have access to a wide variety of flexible and inclusive programs to meet your health, financial, and work/life needs to support you and help you thrive. Eligible programs and incentives include:

• Paid holidays and floating holidays
• Paid time off
• Supplementary health, dental, disability and life benefits package.
• Competitive retirement plans and registration assistance.
• Mental Health and Wellbeing program
• Digital Learning Library
• Access to volunteer and community outreach opportunities and paid time off to participate in volunteer activities
• Tuition reimbursement benefits are offered to those who wish to continue their education in their career field.
• Relocation benefits are offered to those who qualify (based on mileage).

Job Locations:Various locations across Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta

• Saskatchewan: Raymore, Moose Jaw, Unity, Clavet
• Manitoba: Elm Creek
• Alberta: Lethbridge, Rycroft, McLennan
• Movement from an associate role to an experienced sales position may require additional relocation.
• Frequent travel within assigned region for meetings with customers, prospects and other Cargill personnel. You must have a safe driving history; a motor vehicle record history will be reviewed

Required Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor #39;s degree or diploma in Agricultural Business, Agronomy, Plant Science, Soils Science, or related discipline graduating between December 2023 and August 2024
• Possess a valid Canadian drivers licence in good standing authorizing you to drive independently during your employment
• Must be legally entitled to work for Cargill in Canada
• Eligible for membership in the Provincial Institute of Agrologists
• Ability to work with individuals from a diverse set of backgrounds
• Ability to contribute, both as part of a team and individually

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to relocate to various locations throughout Western Canada
• Previous scouting experience
• Sales aptitude
• Ability to tackle problems and make decisions independently
• Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills, with ability to influence decision-making
• Demonstrated leadership skills and experience
• Knowledge of agronomy services, farm customers and the agriculture industry
• Knowledge of the crop inputs business and the significance of supplier relationships
• Knowledge of the Canadian agricultural production and farm management

Cargill is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing accommodation to our job applicants with disabilities.