Product Coordinator, Lystek, Dundalk

Lystek is seeking a Product Coordinator responsible for the coordination and execution of the LysteGro fertilizer marketing, sales, and application programs. The ideal candidate ensures consistency with company strategy, commitments and goals. The Product Coordinator will advance the company’s market position by delivering robust fertilizer sales programs and happy customers.

Location: Dundalk, ON

Vacancy Type: Replacement 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

Ensures Health and Safety is the number one goal by following policies, processes, and acting in a safe manner at all times. 

Coordinate and dispatch necessary equipment and contractors for land application of LysteGro. 

Answer agricultural customers’ questions about product, prices, availability, application timing, and credit terms. 

Complete field and product analysis to develop customized nutrient management plans for agricultural customers. 

Seek out new product sales opportunities. 

Prepare post-application reports and invoices. 

Prepare and file application permits with regulating agencies. 

Co-ordinate information for brochures, fact sheets, newsletters. 

Negotiate prices or terms of sales or service agreements. 

Attend sales or trade meetings and shows or read related publications to obtain information about market conditions, business trends, environmental regulations, or industry development. 

Establish and maintain relationships with customers and vendors. Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships and maintain them over time. 

Assist and initiate Research and Development activities pertaining to LysteGro fertilizer. 

Assist with development of annual sales targets as part of overall budget and analyse targets against actual figures. 

Performs other duties and tasks as assigned from time to time by management and will be required by the needs of the Lystek business. 

WORKING CONDITIONS 

Spend time in a variety of settings; in the field, in an office and in plant facilities. Workload may be heavier during certain seasons. 

Occasional travel is required. 

REQUIREMENTS 

University degree in a related field required. 

Strong agricultural background required. 

Professional designation as an Agrologist/Canadian Certified Crop Advisor is desirable. 

Minimum 2 years industry experience is required. 

3-5 years direct experience in a sales and distribution function is an asset. 

Experience directing a sales team. 

Demonstrated ability to building relationships with new customers and enhancing existing relationships to maximize sales and margin returns. 

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. 

Experience delivering formal presentations in a work environment. 

Organization and planning skills. 

Problem analysis and resolution. 

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The expected salary range for this position is $50,000 - $70,000 annually. Placement within the range is dependent on a variety of factors including qualifications and experience.