Job Code: R9741

Job 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 Agronomic Solutions opportunity at our Richardson Pioneer Ag Business Centre located in Marshall, SK.  This role will contribute to the overall success of our customers and our business - you are the one who our customers and location staff rely on for agronomic solutions. 

Responsibilities:

• Visit producers on their farms and identify their agricultural needs specific to agronomy and crop production, contributing to increased sales volumes and overall location profitability
• Provide agronomic services such as soil testing and recommendation of crop products
• Develop opportunities for live demonstrations and tours with customers

Qualifications:

• A post-secondary degree or diploma in Agriculture is required
• Relevant related agronomic experience is required
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Possess or be willing to obtain a Professional Agrologist or Technical Agrologist designation and/or a Certified Crop Advisor Designation
• A valid driver’s license is required

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

Interested candidates should click the Apply to this Position icon to apply online by May 4, 2024.

Richardson International values diversity in the workplace. Women, Aboriginal People, Visible Minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and self-identify.