Job Description

Western Ag Systems is a leading provider of livestock and grain handling/milling equipment, supplies and service to the Saskatchewan Agricultural community. We are currently looking for an

FMS (Farm Management Support) Advisor

for its

Saskatoon, SK

location.

The FMS Advisor's responsibilities include advising and supporting dairy farmers in their transition to automatic milking and/or feeding and then focusing on the dairy farmer's needs, expectations and goals, and seeking to help optimize their farming operations.

Responsibilities:

Providing guidance to the dairy farmer in preparation for the transition to automatic milking and/or feeding

Training and coaching dairy farmers in the software programs and day-to-day routines required for automatic milking and/or feeding

Providing support and online monitoring for automatic milking and/or feeding both in person and remotely as necessary

Guiding farmers on how to monitor and improve farm performance based on Lely system performance reports

Building long-term relationships and meeting regularly with dairy farmers to provide continued coaching on day-to-day routines, personnel management, cow health, feed, robot performance, T4C/Inherd use, and coordinating milk quality needs

Establishing and negotiating FMS agreements with dairy farmers

Initiating, coordinating, and facilitating in-house farm management training courses and study/peer group meetings for dairy farmers and other key stakeholders

Supporting and assisting sales representatives during the sales and barn design processes

Identifying sales opportunities among customers and forwarding them to the appropriate sales representatives; promoting Penner Farm Services products and services

Skills Required:

Bachelor of Science in Agriculture is preferred along with 3-5 years' experience in a similar role

Knowledge and experience in farm management, including feeding, health and reproduction

Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills; open and proactive in your approach to customers

Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision

Strong analytical and advisory skills

Strong Communication skills (verbal and written) with ability to present to small and larger farmer groups

Willingness to flex hours as needed to assist customers

Proficiency in operating and explaining internet-based software solutions (i.e. TeamViewer, Excel, Word, Outlook, T4C, etc.).

Western Ag Systems Ltd. offers a competitive wage along with an extended health and dental benefits plan. We offer an excellent work environment with opportunities for development and advancement.

If you are interested in this position and meet the above criteria, please click APPLY NOW to submit your resume.

We thank all applicants, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $55,000.00-$65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Profit sharing Store discount Tuition reimbursement
Work Location: In person