Hensall Co-op is seeking a Swine Feed Sales Representative to assist our Feed Sales team. The Swine Feed Sales Rep is responsible for marketing livestock feed and nutritional products to customers. They often meet with customers to determine the customers’ needs and how they can support them. They maintain detailed records of their sales and develop prospective client lists, schedule visits, file expense reports and provide ongoing customer service.
At Hensall Co-op’s Feed Division, we’re building a driven, results-focused sales team in the agriculture sector. This is a dynamic, high-impact sales role for competitive professionals who want to grow their skills, contribute to something meaningful, and make a real difference for the customers they serve.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Generate and take orders from customers, provide quotes and follow up on requests for product information
- Build and maintain a close and professional relationship with potential and existing customers, in-person, by telephone or email to promote sales and services
- Develop a method to follow up on all quotations
- Adopt, maintain and follow company systems and processes for accurate, complete, and timely sales information
- Overcome business and technical objections of prospective customers
- Liaise with all sales staff to ensure sales activities are met in a timely, efficient and cost-effective manner
- Assist in planning, coordinating, implementing, and monitoring company sales, marketing, and feed programs to enhance and maximize swine production and performance
- Eager to always learn to become an expert in product information
- Responsible for communicating sales, which may affect production and inventory to appropriate personnel.
- Responsible for maintaining accurate inventory counts including climbing bins, if necessary
- Maintain contact with existing customers and potential prospects in a regular, timely, and efficient manner
- Maintain up-to-date market knowledge on sales and market trends, product performance, and industry information
- Attend trade shows as necessary to help contribute to increased sales
- Assist in the preparation of the Sales Department operating budget, capital budget and operation plan
- Act as a representative at key industry meetings and functions
- Understand and follow all HC Health and Safety and Environmental policies and procedures
- All other duties as assigned
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Science or equivalent experience an asset
- Swine husbandry experience preferred
- Valid G driver’s license required
- Minimum three years’ sales and/or service experience in an agricultural related field
- Knowledge of customer and prospects considered an asset
Required Qualifications:
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills to interact professionally with customers and suppliers
- Working knowledge of agricultural production systems
- Strategic selling and negotiation skills
What Hensall Co-op has to offer:
Hensall Co-op is the largest independent Agricultural Co-operative in Ontario. Established in 1937, we continue to grow in the agriculture industry, so why not grow with us! We offer all levels of employment, and we provide rewarding and challenging work that will help you grow your skills and your career. This position is rewarded with a competitive benefits package and on-the job perks including:
- Competitive annual salary
- Group benefits plan funded by Hensall Co-op
- Pension plan matched by Hensall
- Social events
- Training and advancement opportunities
Hensall Co-op is committed to employment equity and encourages members of the four designated groups to apply.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Hensall, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Class G Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
