MNP LLP - Executive Search & Professional Recruitment
Company Address
119 4th Avenue South
Location
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Phone
306-664-8269
Expiry Date
2017-07-28
Description
On behalf of our client, NorQuin (Northern Quinoa Production Corporation), we are searching for a Vice President, Farm Services, based in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.
NorQuin’s mission is to make quinoa a staple crop. The company is taking the quinoa market by storm through vertically-integrated, Canadian supply chain: industry-leading breeding research, contract farming across the prairies, processing with premier technology, and distribution in some of the largest retail and wholesale channels. Founded by David Friedberg (founder of The Climate Corporation), this innovative and successful company is backed by one of the biggest technology companies in the world.
This is truly an exceptional leadership opportunity which reports directly to the CEO. This position requires you to be results focused while inspiring both a team and growers to reach their goals through sound practice, education and mutually beneficial relationships. As the Vice President, Farm Services, you are responsible for:
Achieving the company's contracted acreage targets
Leading a dedicated team of Farm Service Representatives
Successfully marketing the benefits of growing quinoa to growers in Western Canada
Maintaining excellent grower relationships to retain top growers from year to year
Ensuring growers are maximizing per-acre yields though education and best practices
Supporting the implementation of the company's digital data collection and compliance strategy
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Agronomy or related field of study
Ten or more years of relevant experience including scaling new crop varieties
Experience to immediately be a credible Senior Manager
Profit and Loss management experience and / or setting and achieving ambitious performance targets
Expertise in agronomy and ability to communicate the knowledge growers need to cultivate quinoa successfully
Up-to-date understanding of the business landscape and regulatory requirements facing growers
Ability to travel as necessary to grower sites throughout Western Canada
Skills and Competencies:
Excellent communication skills with the ability to deal effectively with a wide variety of people from the boardroom to the farm
Proven strategic planning skills with the ability to articulate a vision and oversee its execution
Demonstrated analytical skills to lead data-driven decision making
A high energy individual who will not stop until you succeed
A keen ability to build and foster mutually beneficial grower relationships and retain top growers
A demonstrated ability to exemplify company values, display a strong work ethic and sense of humour appropriate for a fast-paced, growth company
An ability to be a leader, team member and an individual contributor to achieve company objectives
If are interested in a challenging and dynamic opportunity and have the right skills and qualifications consider forwarding your resume to daniel.kasun@mnp.ca, or call 306.664.8269.
About the Community
Situated on the beautiful banks of the South Saskatchewan River, Saskatoon is centrally located within the province of Saskatchewan. With its healthy economy and booming job market, Saskatoon is a city of infinite possibilities. With lots of sunshine, excellent schools and health care, recreational activities such as year-round festivals, live theatre and a vibrant music scene, it’s a city with something for everyone. Optimism pervades and opportunity awaits you in this vibrant, growing city. (www.livingsaskatoon.com).