Company: Nutreco

Location: Saint Marys, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Sat, 01 Feb 2025 23:22:44 GMT

Job description: Job Description:Join Our Purpose – Feeding the FutureNutreco is a member of the SHV family, and we are committed to ‘Feeding the Future’ through sustainable and innovative practices. Nutreco has two business lines: Skretting is a leading global provider of innovative aquafeed solutions, revolutionizing aquaculture for a sustainable future. Trouw Nutrition specializes in animal nutrition and is committed to advancing livestock health and productivity through cutting-edge solutions.Trouw Nutrition is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Summer Intern to join our Ruminant Team as a Dairy Customer Support specialist. In this dynamic role, you will play a crucial part in providing support to our existing dairy customers and fostering new business relationships. This is an excellent opportunity for a student currently studying a field aligned with agriculture to gain hands-on experience and contribute to meaningful projects.About The Role: Support and grow our dairy customer base while gaining hands-on agricultural experienceResponsibilities:

• Customer Relationship Management:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with current dairy customers.
• Respond promptly to customer inquiries and concerns, ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Identify opportunities for upselling and cross-selling products and services.
• New Business Development:

• Actively seek out and pursue new business opportunities within the dairy sector.
• Collaborate with the sales team to identify potential clients and market trends.
• Participate in outreach activities to expand the customer base.
• Value-Add Activities:

• Develop and implement value-added initiatives to enhance customer experience.
• Provide insights into industry best practices and emerging trends.
• Conduct training sessions for customers on product usage and optimization.
• Special Projects:

• Contribute to and lead special projects related to dairy operations.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives.
• Present findings and recommendations to the Central Ruminant Team.
• Sales Support:

• Assist sales representatives with their activities as needed.
• Provide technical expertise and product knowledge during customer interactions.
• Collaborate with the sales team to develop and deliver effective sales strategies.

Skills and ExpertiseQualifications:

• Currently pursuing a degree in agriculture or a related field is a must.
• Knowledge of dairy farming practices and industry trends.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proactive problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Familiarity with customer relationship management (CRM) tools is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications and Excel is an asset.

Expectation from the Role:

• Build and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Enhance customer experience through value-added activities.
• Provide support and expertise to the sales team.
• A valid driver’s licence is required.
• Travel on farms and sites are required.
• The ideal intern is expected to begin in May to August 2025

Why you Will Love Working with UsGlobal Benefits:

• Be part of our sustainable mission with opportunities to grow within Nutreco, Skretting, Trouw Nutrition and the broader SHV group
• Embrace our culture of diversity and inclusion, where we respect and value everyone

Next Steps:We value a seamless candidate experience and will review your application within five (5) business days.We appreciate your interest in joining our mission to innovate and sustainably shape the future of food production. Thank you for choosing a career with us and sharing your ambition to “Feed the Future!”Final candidates who are being considered for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check.Please note that candidates applying for Canadian job openings must be independently authorized to work in Canada without sponsorship.We are committed to employment equity and encourage applications from qualified individuals, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities.Our corporate values FEED your career: Passion | Inclusivity | Integrity | Trust | Curiosity. These values are engrained into our core and shape everything we do.#SPTNOur organisation:Trouw Nutrition is the global leader in innovative feed specialties, premixes and nutritional services for the animal nutrition industry. Trouw Nutrition provides species-specific nutritional solutions consisting of feed concepts, products and nutritional know-how. The unique combination of products, models and services Trouw Nutrition offers, boosts productivity and supports animal health through all life stages, contributing to our customers’ peace of mind. Trouw Nutrition’s nutrition solutions have met the need of farmers and home-mixers, feed producers, integrators and distributors. Trouw Nutrition has locations in 25 countries and around 5000 employees. Our mission is Feeding the Future.Equal Opportunity Employer:Trouw Nutrition is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all roles without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital, parental, military status or any other status protected by applicable local law. Please advise us at any point during the recruitment and selection process if you require accommodation. Trouw Nutrition is committed to compliance with all applicable legislation, including providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities.