Cooperative Advisor

• **This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Cooperative Advisor based in Canada.**
• This role offers the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with agricultural producers while contributing to the success of a cooperative network.
• You will act as a trusted advisor to members, supporting them with guidance, services, and initiatives that strengthen their operations.
• Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, you will help improve production quality, sustainability practices, and member engagement.
• The position combines field presence, relationship management, agricultural expertise, and community representation.
• You will have the opportunity to make a tangible impact by supporting dairy producers and promoting continuous improvement across the sector.
• This is an ideal opportunity for an agronomy professional who values collaboration, knowledge sharing, and building long-term partnerships.

### Accountabilities

As a Cooperative Advisor, you will be responsible for maintaining strong relationships with agricultural members, ensuring high-quality service delivery, and representing the organization within the regional farming community. You will combine technical knowledge, communication skills, and stakeholder collaboration to support members and contribute to collective success.

• Develop and maintain trusted relationships with dairy producer members across assigned territories.
• Organize and facilitate training sessions, member meetings, regional assemblies, and information-sharing activities.
• Support producers in their efforts to maintain and improve milk quality standards.
• Monitor farm-level quality improvement initiatives and provide guidance in accordance with industry agreements and established protocols.
• Follow up with members when milk analysis results do not meet required standards and support corrective actions.
• Explain cooperative policies, procedures, and programs while assisting members with documentation and administrative requests.
• Encourage the adoption of best practices related to animal welfare, sustainability, and industry standards.
• Collaborate with internal teams and committees to deliver high-quality services to members.
• Represent the organization within the agricultural community and maintain awareness of dairy industry developments.
• Work closely with operations and logistics stakeholders to ensure effective communication and member support.

## Requirements

The ideal candidate combines agricultural expertise with strong relationship-building abilities. You should have experience working with producers or within the dairy industry and be comfortable managing responsibilities independently while collaborating with diverse stakeholders.

• Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Animal Production, Plant Production, General Agronomy, Agricultural Economics, or a related field.
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.
• Minimum of three years of relevant professional experience.
• Membership in the Ordre des agronomes du Québec or willingness to obtain membership.
• Bilingual proficiency in French and English, both written and spoken.
• Strong knowledge of dairy cattle production and the dairy industry.
• Good understanding of agricultural practices, quality standards, and sustainability initiatives.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships based on trust.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively in different environments.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office proficiency and ability to learn new software quickly.
• Willingness to travel between different regions, including occasional overnight stays.
• Flexibility to work extended hours when required.

## Benefits

• Competitive salary range of **$73,000–$91,200**, based on education, experience, training, and skills.
• Flexible group insurance plan, including telemedicine services.
• Employee assistance program.
• Annual bonus opportunities.
• Pension plan with employer contributions.
• Recognition of years of service for vacation calculation.
• Career development and continuous learning opportunities.
• Collaborative work environment focused on teamwork, accountability, and shared success.
• Opportunity to contribute to the growth and sustainability of the dairy sector.