Product Associate

About the Position

Timac Agro Canada is seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Product Associate to support our Business Units. This entry-level position aims to develop the candidate into a brand ambassador and product expert. The ideal candidate will have education or experience in Agronomy, with sales experience being a plus but not mandatory. The successful candidate must be outgoing, detail-oriented, and possess an ability to troubleshoot and find solutions when challenges emerge in the field with staff. This role involves market research, public speaking, cross-functional collaboration, and assisting in the creation of product strategies. The Product Associate will play a crucial role in ensuring the product meets customer needs and aligns with the company's goals.

*While this is an entry-level position, the Product Associate role is designed as a steppingstone to more advanced roles within the company. This position provides a solid foundation in product knowledge and market strategy, preparing you for future opportunities in agronomic consulting, sales management, and beyond within Timac Agro.*

Key Responsibilities

1. Support Agronomic Consultants (ATCs):
   • Assist ATCs in conducting field demonstrations, collecting data, and preparing reports.
   • Provide technical support to ensure the effective implementation of agronomic solutions.
2. Sales Assistance:
   • Collaborate with RSMs to identify and target potential retail partners.
   • Support sales initiatives by preparing and delivering product presentations.
   • Assist in the development of sales strategies and marketing materials.
3. Customer Interaction:
   • Engage with customers to understand their needs and provide appropriate solutions.
   • Ensure a comprehensive understanding of Timac Agro Canada's product range and their applications.
4. Event Participation:
   • Represent Timac Agro Canada at industry events, trade shows, and conferences.
   • Network with industry professionals and promote the company’s products and services.
5. Market Research and Analysis:
   • Conduct market research to identify trends, customer needs, and competitive landscape.
   • Analyze data to provide insights and recommendations to local farmers.

Qualifications

1. Educational Background:
   • Industry Agronomy Certification or Degree is considered a strong asset (CCA, RtAG, PAg).
2. Experience:
   • Experience in agronomy, sales, or a related field is desirable but not required. This is an entry-level role, making it suitable for recent/new graduates.
   • Experience in product presentations and customer interactions is a plus.
3. Skills:
   • Strong knowledge of agronomy and/or agricultural practices.
   • Proven sales skills are desirable.
   • Excellent communication skills.
   • Ability to build and maintain relationships with clients and colleagues.
   • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
   • Familiarity with using a customer relationship management system.
   • Capable of managing multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
4. Attributes:
   • Outgoing and personable with a positive attitude.
   • Self-motivated and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
   • Strong organizational and time management skills.

Salary Range: $45,000-$55,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health and dental benefits after 3 months of continuous work.
• RRSP matching after 3 months of continuous work.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Work vehicle (for personal and work travel), fleet card, cell phone, and laptop.
• Opportunity for business travel.

Work Environment:

• Work location is flexible within the province.
• Remote-based company, allowing you to conduct administrative work from home. Despite being remote-first, we emphasize collaboration through various channels.
• Up to 80% travel within the province and occasional overnight travel is required.
• Occasional weekend availability required.
• Work in both indoor and outdoor conditions.

About Timac Agro

Timac Agro is an industrial company specialized in soil nutrition, plant nutrition, and animal production. We are currently present in 42 global subsidiaries, employing over 7,000 people and visiting 20,000 farmers each day. At Timac Agro Canada, our mission is to help Canadian farmers improve their productivity in pursuit of sustainable and more profitable agriculture. Feeding the world is an exciting project, and we place it at the very heart of our products, processes, and services, anticipating our customers’ expectations:

• We provide practical, efficient, and environmentally friendly solutions through our comprehensive crop knowledge.
• We optimize the performance of livestock and maximize stock production potential.
• Our intensive product research and development takes place at our Global Innovation Centre in St. Malo, France, where we collaborate with more than 120 universities worldwide.

Timac Agro employees are passionate and committed to delivering quality technical advice and service to local farmers. We value leadership, adaptability, entrepreneurship, and innovation. We prioritize human qualities over degrees or academic excellence. Our commitment is to exceptional performance, continuous learning, and achieving set objectives. We strive to surpass expectations and embrace challenges.

We cannot wait for you to join the adventure!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Timac Agro Canada is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Timac Agro Canada is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Timac Agro Canada are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, religious beliefs, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, physical disability, mental disability, marital status, family status, source of income, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Timac Agro Canada encourages applicants of all ages.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00-$55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Flexible schedule
• Vision care

Shift:

• Day shift

Work days:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

• sales: 1 year (preferred)
• Customer service: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: On the road