At Richardson International, being truly invested is at the heart of everything we do. For over 160 years, Richardson has been dedicated to Canadian agriculture. Recognized as a global leader in agriculture and food processing, Richardson is one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. Richardson has approximately 3,000 employees across Canada, the U.S. and the U.K. At Richardson, we are committed to enhancing our facilities and services and investing in our people and our communities.Richardson Pioneer, a division of Richardson International, is Canada’s leading agribusiness. Richardson Pioneer supports Canadian farmers throughout the growing season – providing agronomic services and advice, selling crop inputs, buying their crops at harvest and selling them to markets around the world through the most efficient network of high throughput Ag Business Centres in Western Canada.Working with Richardson opens the door to a world of possibility. We currently have an opportunity for an Agribusiness Trainee at our Richardson Pioneer Ag Business Centre located in Maple Creek, SK.AGRIBUSINESS TRAINEEAs an Agribusiness Trainee you will have the opportunity to take part in a one-year development program with exposure to major areas within agribusiness and agronomy. This one-year program is designed to help Agribusiness Trainee’s identify their specific career path in Agronomy, Agribusiness, Grain Sales and Marketing, Crop Inputs or Operations.You will gain hands on experience in:
Crop Inputs
Agronomy
Grain Handling, Grading and Blending
Grain Marketing and Sales
Operations Management
Qualifications:
Graduate of an Agriculture or Business degree or diploma program
Interested in a career in Agronomy, Agribusiness, Crop Input Sales or Grain Marketing
Safety focused, organized and detail oriented
Excelled communication and interpersonal skills
Strong sense of initiative with the ability to work as a team
Richardson International provides an excellent compensation package consisting of competitive salary, pension, a flexible benefits plan and training and career development opportunities.Interested candidates should click the Apply icon to apply online by April 2, 2024Richardson International values diversity in the workplace. Women, Aboriginal People, Visible Minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and self identify.#LI-JH1
