Job Description

Join Our Purpose - Feeding the Future
 

Role: Sales Representative- Poultry  

Location: Chilliwack, BC
Hours/Shift: 40 hours a week. Regular Shift.
Vacancy Type: Replacement

Why join us
Get ready to Own your career as Sales Representative- Poultry at Trouw Nutrition, a Nutreco company. As global leaders in animal nutrition and aquafeed, our shared purpose of Feeding the Future drives us to support customers and ensure smooth operational flow.

What you’ll do

• Develop and execute sales plans for the assigned territory to achieve agreed sales objectives and targets.

• Proactively identify, approach, and acquire new customers using market knowledge, insights, and diverse outreach methods.

• Build and maintain strong, trust‑based relationships with new and existing customers to drive satisfaction, loyalty, and long‑term growth.

• Apply value‑based selling techniques to understand customer needs and position products and services as effective, differentiated solutions.

• Manage and resolve customer inquiries and issues efficiently, working closely with Sales and Customer Service teams.

• Maintain accurate sales administration, including documenting sales activities, customer interactions, and follow‑up actions using established systems and tools.

• Provide timely qualitative and quantitative sales insights to management to support informed decision‑making and strategy adjustments.

• Continuously develop product, market, and technical knowledge through training to effectively advise customers and support sales efforts.

• Participate in sales and customer service projects, contributing to process improvements and positive business outcomes.

• Support research and validation activities as required, including tasks such as weighing birds and collecting trial data at Trouw’s Broiler Research & Validation site in Chilliwack.

Who we’re looking for

• ​Ability to work on site during regular business hours, with flexibility to accommodate customer visits and meetings as required.

• Poultry industry knowledge and experience, with a solid understanding of poultry nutrition and feed programs.

• Proven sales experience, preferably within agriculture, feed, or animal nutrition industries.

• Demonstrated experience in feed sales, ideally within the poultry sector. Sales Rep experience in BC poultry industry, especially in feed sales. Poultry farm management experience and farm connections are also assets.

You’ll also need

• Bachelor’s degree in animal science, poultry science, agriculture, agribusiness, or a related field is preferred.

• Equivalent education and relevant industry experience (in field of poultry production, feed sales, or farm operations)

• Practical knowledge of farm operations is strongly valued.

• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with common business systems and Microsoft Office tools.

• Strong relationship‑building and communication skills, with a customer‑centric mindset.

What you’ll receive

As part of Nutreco, you’ll be a member of the SHV family, a diverse group of companies with global footprint. Join us and you’ll gain access to a wide network of expertise and global career paths. You’ll also benefit from the backing of one of the world’s largest privately owned businesses, known for its stability and long-term focus. 

In addition, you’ll receive 

• Robust pension plan with employer matching that begins on Day 1!  

• Competitive health benefits - Medical/Dental/Vision/HSA, that start on Day 1!  

• Short-term/Long-term Disability and Mental Health spending allowance 

• Maternal top-up and Tuition Reimbursement  

• 15 vacation days to start (tiered) 

• Annual bonus 

How and why to find out more 

We can offer you a rewarding career with real meaning and purpose. Where you’ll feel proud of the impactful role you perform every day and the part you play in Feeding the Future. So, if you’re interested in joining us, get ready to Own your progress, your potential and your career. We aim to review all applications within five business days and will get back to you as soon as possible. 

#Ownit 

Additional Information  

Accessibility: Nutreco is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive recruitment experience. Accommodations are available upon request at any stage of the hiring process. If you require support, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.  

AI Screening Disclosure: Nutreco does not use artificial intelligence (AI) or automated decision‑making tools to screen, assess, or select candidates at any stage of the recruitment process. All applications are reviewed directly by our Talent Acquisition team and hiring managers.  

Background Check: Final candidates who are offered a position will be required to undergo a criminal background check.  

Eligibility: Candidates applying to job openings must already be authorized to work independently in the country where the position is based. Employer sponsorship is not available for this role.  

Employment Equity: We are committed to employment equity and encourage applications from qualified individuals, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities.  

Pay Transparency Statement: Compensation for roles at Nutreco varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, education, and level of experience. We believe in the importance of pay equity and consider the internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer.  

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