Senior Agronomist

Discovery Co-operative is hiring a Senior Agronomist for our Farm Supply Team located in North Battleford, SK.

Who we are:

Co-op is a different kind of business; being member-owned means that any profits are returned to our members and stay in the local economy. If you are a member, then you’re an owner.

At Discovery Co-op, we care about our families, friends and neighbours, as well as the communities where we live, work, and play – that’s why we are committed to supporting our community. When you shop Co-op, you’re choosing a business that keeps 100% of its profits in your community. Our profits help to provide great jobs, build welcoming facilities and support local groups and charitable organizations that make our community a better place to live.

Discovery Co-operative Ltd. has over 350 employees serving over 18,000 members in the Battlefords and surrounding communities through the provision of goods and services in the areas of grocery, food, liquor, pharmacy, petroleum and lubricants, home and building solutions, general merchandise and leisure, and agricultural supplies including fertilizer. To learn more about who we are, visit www.discoveryco-op.crs.

What you’ll do:

• Develop and implement a grower customer communication plan, providing our customers with relevant, timely, accurate information on agronomy, products, and services available at the Co-op.
• Provide agronomic information and guidance on seed, pest identification and management, and where applicable, crop nutrition, so our grower customers can make informed decisions.
• Deliver on field activities such as scouting and soil testing where required and communicate results effectively to grower customers.
• To act as a liaison between our customers and suppliers.

Why it matters:

• Our team provides a range of products and services to support our member-owners. Through the work that we do, we help to build, fuel, feed and grow Western Canadian communities together.

Who you are:

You are looking for a career in Agriculture and:

• Degree or Diploma in agriculture or related field
• Candidates should be registered, or eligible for registration, with the respective provincial Professional Institute of Agrology
• A Certified Crop Advisor designation is considered an asset
• 6 - 9 Years of relevant progressively responsible experience
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a highly motivated team
• Must be creative and resourceful
• Must have the ability to effectively communicate, both orally and written

• Has strong problem solving skills and is able to remain calm under pressure.

• Basic computer knowledge and skills.

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

• Hold a valid Driver’s License

A combination of relevant education and experience may be considered.

Team Members interested in the above position are to inform their immediate supervisor of their intentions before they approach the contact person. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted.

Our Discovery Co-operative Ltd. Team Members receive competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, Employee Family Assistance Program, an employer-contributed pension plan, Team Member incentives, professional development and training opportunities. We encourage our Team Members to take advantage of learning opportunities, to grow and develop and to foster a culture of teamwork and innovation.

At Discovery Co-operative Ltd., we embrace diversity and inclusion, and we’re working to create a workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We support and provide an environment that allows all to bring their whole selves to work.

If you require additional information, please contact People & Culture at 306-445-9800.