Job Category: Sales
Department: Agronomy
Position: Vacant
Location: Sunderland Co-operative Inc., Oakwood, ON
Reports To: Agronomy Sales Manager
Salary Range: $55k - $80k per year (depending on experience)
Sunderland Co-operative Inc. is an exciting place to build your career in agriculture while supporting our members and local customers. We are a member-owned Canadian company with deep roots in agronomy, grain marketing and storage, fuels, livestock feed, and retail farm supplies.
With four locations in Sunderland, Oakwood, Lindsay, and Peterborough, Sunderland Co-op offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience and make your mark in a growth-oriented organization with diverse business segments. Our success is driven by our strong team, continued infrastructure investment, and the trusted relationships we build with farmers and suppliers.
Learn more at www.sunderlandco-op.on.ca
Position Overview
Sunderland Co-operative Inc. is seeking a full-time Agronomy Sales Consultant to join our Agronomy Division Sales team. This role focuses on building strong customer relationships while delivering agronomic expertise and achieving sales targets within an assigned territory.
This position offers career mobility within the organization and a competitive compensation package, including base salary, Performance Incentive Program, pension plan, bonus eligibility, and company-paid health benefits.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and maintain strong customer relationships to drive sales growth
- Sell fertilizer, seed, crop protection products, and custom application services within an assigned territory
- Provide consultative agronomic advice, including crop planning, scouting, and input recommendations
- Support customers with integrated solutions including agronomy, logistics, and grain marketing insights
- Identify customer needs and create value-driven solutions
- Maintain accurate customer records and provide timely, professional service
- Expand the customer base while improving sales margins
- Represent Sunderland Co-op positively within the community
- Utilize company systems, tools, and programs effectively
Essential Job Functions
- Achieve sales targets and execute plans established with the Agronomy Sales Manager
- Maintain accurate databases, records, and reporting
- Assist in developing sales plans for fertilizer, seed, and crop protection products
- Adhere to all company policies including safety, credit, asset management, and pricing
- Support product delivery and assist with operations during peak seasons
- Contribute to safe and efficient branch operations
- Conduct on-farm visits and in-house sales activities
- Scout crops and provide timely, accurate recommendations
- Communicate effectively and professionally with customers and team members
- Follow all health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures
- Participate in ongoing training and professional development
- Promote products and services through plot tours, field days, and customer events
- Obtain and maintain required licenses, permits, and certifications
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications & Skills
- Strong knowledge of agronomy, fertilizer, crop protection products, and seed
- Previous on-farm experience considered an asset
- Sales experience in any capacity is an asset
- CCA (Certified Crop Advisor) designation is considered an asset
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Valid Class G driver’s license required
Working Conditions
- Combination of indoor and outdoor work, including exposure to varying weather conditions
- Regular travel and driving required
- Occasional irregular or extended hours during peak agricultural seasons
How to Apply
If you are a self-motivated individual looking for a hands-on position in a dynamic work setting, we encourage you to apply! We thank all applicants for their interest.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Sunderland Co-operative Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, national origin, sex, age, or disability.