Sales & Agronomy Intern-Manitoba

Job Description

· 50% field-based research – small plot and field scale research

· 50% sales experience – extension of the UPL AgroSolutions Sales Team, participating in retail and grower sales calls, as well as supporting and managing biological trials

· Professional Development – attend learning events such as Ag In Motion, Crop Diagnostic School, Diversification Centre Field Tours, etc.

Benefits:

· Company truck, credit card, and computer provided

· Cell phone allowance

· Remote home office

Objectives:

· Gain experience with regional crops and UPL Canada product portfolio.

· Develop customer relationship skills by working with and observing interactions between Territory Manager (TM), Technical Sales Specialist (TSS) and growers.

· Obtain experience with project presentation skills and working in a team environment.

Required Qualifications:

· Currently pursuing an Agriculture related Bachelor's degree or Agriculture diploma from an accredited program – Agri-Business or Agronomy major preferred

· Must be able to work independently from a home office

· Skilled in computer use (MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook)

· Valid driver's license and good driving record

· Superior work ethic and highly motivated

· Leadership and interpersonal skills/experience desired

· Demonstrated ability to solve problems and make decisions independently

· Written and oral communication skills

· Basic knowledge of farming practices

· Agriculture/agronomy background is preferred

Job Duties:

· Collect data and information related to field trials and farm studies

· Aid Technical Support Specialist in organizing and summarizing data from trials

· Build interpersonal and communication skills while working closely with Territory Managers, Technical Support Specialist, and customers

· Lead, implement, and manage 1 field scale trial protocol of a UPL focus product with minimum 3 field site locations in Manitoba.

· Maintain and observe safe working and driving conditions