Hughes Collective is pleased to present an exciting opportunity on behalf of our client.

Position Title: Sales Agronomist

Location: Saskatoon, SK

Employment Type: Full-Time

Our Client

Our client is a proud, community-rooted co-operative that has grown alongside the people of southeastern Saskatchewan for generations. What began as a local service has evolved into a trusted, full-scale retail operation supporting agriculture, energy, food, and home & building supplies. Across their operations, one thing remains constant, their belief that business should strengthen the communities it serves. They exist to support local producers, families, and rural economies, offering the tools, expertise, and relationships that help their neighbours succeed.

Proof that local still matters, they ensure that rural Saskatchewan continues to grow and prosper for generations to come. 

The Opportunity

As the Sales Agronomist, you’ll be a partner in your client’s success, building relationships that will last decades. You’ll inherit a well-established customer base with room to grow, supported by a collaborative team that values independence and authenticity over hierarchy and red tape. In a role where relationships matter as much as results, you will be the person your customers call when they need advice, when the weather turns or when they are planning next season’s crops. You’ll be out in the field most days, visiting farms, walking fields, diagnosing issues, and helping producers make informed, profitable decisions.

For someone who loves the land and the people who work it, this role offers the perfect balance of independence, agronomic problem-solving, and meaningful relationships in the field.

Key Responsibilities

As the Sales Agronomist you will work collaboratively and are responsible for:

1.      Customer Relationships & Agronomy

• Build and maintain professional relationships with producers to understand their operational goals and provide effective agronomic support.
• Conduct field scouting, soil and crop assessments, and deliver data-driven recommendations on seed, fertilizer, and crop protection products.
• Provide technical guidance and product knowledge to assist producers in making informed agronomic and purchasing decisions.
• Manage an established customer portfolio while identifying and developing new business opportunities within the trade area.

2.      Sales & Business Growth

• Develop and execute sales plans that align with seasonal requirements and organizational objectives.
• Use the CRM platform daily to document client interactions, track opportunities, and maintain an accurate pipeline.
• Identify market opportunities and contribute to strategies that drive customer acquisition and retention.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless coordination of product supply, pricing, and customer service.

3.      Field & Operational Support

• Represent the organization professionally within the assigned territory, which includes Broadview, Grenfell, Kipling, Whitewood, Moosomin, and surrounding areas.
• Manage time effectively between fieldwork and office-based activities, approximately 80% in-field during the growing season and 50% during off-season.
• Contribute to a positive team culture that emphasizes communication, accountability, and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

As the Sales Agronomist, you will possess the following qualities:

The Essentials (Hard Skills):

• Post-secondary education in Agronomy, Agriculture, or a related field.
• CCA Designation is considered an asset.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in Western Canadian agriculture, ideally in agronomy, ag retail, or crop input sales.
• Strong technical understanding of crop protection products, including seed, fertilizer, herbicides, and pesticides.
• Proficiency with CRM systems and Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze field data, make agronomic recommendations, and translate technical insights into customer solutions.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and willingness to travel extensively within the service area.

The Intangibles (Soft Skills):

• Motivated, self-driven professional who enjoys building relationships and developing new business opportunities.
• Independent and entrepreneurial, that thrives with autonomy and can manage time effectively in a self-directed role.
• An entrepreneurial spirit, that enjoys an autonomous role and able make decisions
• Highly organized, professional, and dependable, manages seasonal workloads and competing priorities confidently.
• Collaborative team player who contributes to a positive, community-oriented culture and values teamwork over hierarchy.

What Our Client Offers

• Total Package - Competitive salary paired with a comprehensive benefits package that supports both your personal and professional well-being.
• Mobility Support - Company vehicle provided for business use, with mileage or allowance options for candidates living outside Broadview.
• Flexibility - Field-based role with autonomy to manage your schedule, approximately 80% fieldwork during spring/summer and 50% during winter.
• Growth & Development - Access to learning opportunities that support professional growth and skill-building.

About the Collective

At Hughes Collective, we don’t just recruit, we revolutionize how talent meets opportunity. We’re not in the business of filling roles; we’re in the business of transforming careers and powering businesses with bold, game-changing hires.

For candidates, this isn’t just about your next job, it’s about uncovering your passions, amplifying your strengths, and unlocking your potential. We’re here to connect you to a career that excites, inspires, and fuels your future.

This isn’t recruitment as usual, this is Hughes Collective. Bold. Authentic. Unapologetically different. Your next move starts here.