Sales Manager - Fertilizer
Archer-Daniels-Midland
- Canada
- Permanent
- Full-time
Location Saskatchewan (Remote)
Position Type Commercial
Salary Full-Time, Exempt
Compensation This position offers a complete benefit package, retirement, health, life, vision and dental insurance
Pre-employment Requirement Successful completion of pre-employment medical and reference checkAbout ADM
At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We're a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world's premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at .About the Position
The Sales Manager will be responsible for the farm-direct fertilizer strategy and growth of sales into Canada and will have account ownership for customers in their specified region.Duties and Responsibilities
- Promote sales of ADM fertilizer
- Develop lasting relationships with key customers to maximize sales
- Consult with key customers regularly regarding fertilizer price outlook and market trends
- Coordinate sales execution with local terminal employees
- Promote blended fertilizer and micronutrient sales
- Assist in regional product procurement when necessary
- Responsible for proper customer account maintenance, including A/R and logistics for ADM contracts
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Canadian Ag markets
- Demonstrated capacity to excel within high risk, fast-paced work environment
- Proven ability to assess risk and exercise sound judgment in making decisions
- Demonstrated negotiation and interpersonal skills along with understanding of how to sell to customers
- Exceptional communication skills; able to communicate with all levels of the organization; portray positive image of self and company at all times
- Committed to corporate ethics policies and safety programs
- Team player
- Positive attitude
- Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. - Excel, Word, Access, Outlook) and social media communication
- Proficient in mobile apps and mobile technology used inside our retail platform
- Bachelor's degree in agriculture or business (i.e. economics, finance, accounting), supplemented with a range of 0 to 10 years of sales' experience in the marketing of fertilizer commodities or general Ag sector; equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
- Sales background preferred
- Work in accordance with local/provincial legislation
- Understands and is accountable for full compliance with safety and other EHS requirements
- All candidates must have authorization and the ability to maintain authorization to legally work in Canada.
- Relocation support is not available for this position.
- Physical wellness - medical/Rx, dental, vision, life and AD&D, critical illness and travel insurance Wellness reimbursement , and Child Physical Activity Reimbursement.
- Financial wellness - Money Purchase Pension Plan (MPP), Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA), short and long term disability, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
- Mental and social wellness - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).
- Paid vacation time.
- Education assistance.
- Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language learning and mentoring programs.