Skills

Communication Leadership Sales Presentation Skills Research

Job Specifications

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

About the Company

UPL Ltd. (NSE: UPL & BSE: 512070) is a global provider of sustainable agriculture products & solutions, with annual revenue exceeding $5 billion. As one of the top 5 agriculture solutions companies worldwide, our robust portfolio consists of biologicals and traditional crop protection solutions with more than 13,600 registrations. With a presence in more than 130 countries and more than 10,000 colleagues globally, we reach more than 90% of the world’s food basket. For more information about our integrated portfolio of soluti... Know more