Saskatchewan Business Development Manager

HumaTerra is a Canadian early-stage producer and seller of biological soil inoculants. Our mission is to enhance the life of the soil through the diversity, density, and resilience of soil microbial communities.
HumaTerra is conducting Random Controlled Trials (RCTs) with 10 research stations across Alberta and Saskatchewan, and head-to-head trials over 25,000 acres with farmers. After years of Research & Development, were further developing our business development team. Wed like you to join us as a Business Development Manager. This is a permanent, full time, remote position.
HumaTerra products can be applied wherever the ground has been disturbed. Therefore, were expanding the markets we serve from agriculture to energy, forestry and horticulture.
What will you be accountable for?
Strategic development of regional sales and marketing plans
Working with agriculture retailers and producers
Setting up budgets
Achieving sales targets
Recruiting and retaining sales and account staff
Using our Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system
Who are we looking for?
Due to our culture of autonomy and innovation, theres opportunity to shape the role to your experience and aspirations. Our core requirements are:
An interest in soil science and microbiology
Coaching skills
Five years of experience in agriculture retail
Sales strategy expertise
The ability to overcome challenges and to identify and seize opportunities (problem solving)
Communication style versatility
Capability to build rapport through public speaking/presentations
Willingness and ability to travel
Post-secondary education in marketing (or equivalent sales experience with a professional certification)
What its like to work with HumaTerra?
Were a team of empowered, entrepreneurially minded professionals who are passionate about the environment. Our team members are highly motivated and are continually looking for ways to improve practices.
HumaTerra measures outcomes rather than inputs. The Business Development Manager will be able to make a significant impact.
We offer a competitive salary based on experience, flexible benefits, and a variety of informal and formal learning and development opportunities.
What next?
Apply today with your resume! We have a streamlined selection process video interview, in-person interview and tour of our production facility.