Hiring – Seed Service & Relationship Manager (Western Ontario)

At Horizon Seeds, we believe in more than just selling seed—we believe in growing relationships, supporting local communities, and delivering excellence in genetics and performance. As a family-owned and operated seed company with deep rural roots, we take pride in offering high-quality corn and soybean seed backed by research, production, and retail expertise. Every customer counts, and we’re dedicated to providing personalized service that helps farmers succeed. If you’re passionate about agriculture and building strong customer relationships, we’d love to have you on our team!

Job Title: Seed Sales and Relationship Manager

Department: Sales

Reporting to: National Sales Manager

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Seed Sales

  • Drive business growth in “Zone 3 – Western Ontario” to meet financial targets
  • Generate Dealer business plans in conjunction with current and future Horizon Dealers
  • Over see regional business expansion and generate sales opportunities
  • Manage seed orders and oversee dealerships in the territory
  • Assist with reconciliation and payment procurement

Marketing

  • Responsible for overseeing marketing opportunities in the zone such as smaller trade show, example Woodstock Dairy Symposium as well as assisting in larger efforts in zone such as Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show.
  • Distribution of seed guides, sell sheets, variety information etc.
  • Manage social media and giveaway items in zone and assist where possible with other regions.

Plots and Data Generation

  • Manage the zone plot program for corn and soybeans
  • Assist dealers in planting and harvest where required
  • Capture plot data for marketing and sales support

Preferred Attributes

  • Ability to work independently
  • Ability to generate strong relationships with Horizon Dealerships
  • Skill in prioritizing tasks effectively
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Strong familiarity with corn and soybean cropping techniques
  • Minimum 5 years Agricultural Sales Experience

Please submit resumes to careers@horizonseeds.ca

Welcome Graham McGregor – National Sales Manager

We are happy to announce Graham McGregor has joined the Horizon Seeds family as our new National Sales Manager!

Graham brings a wealth of experience to this role, with a deep background in the agriculture industry. Graham’s expertise and passion for innovation in agriculture will be instrumental in driving Horizon Seeds forward, helping us continue to deliver high-quality products to our customers.

HIRING: Seed Processing Manager & Production Assistant

Job Overview:   We are seeking a highly motivated and organized individual looking for a long-term career filled with opportunities. The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator, proficient in time management for both crew members and personal tasks and possess strong computer skills. Agricultural experience is required, and additional farming or mechanical experience is a plus.

Core Competencies:
– Communication
– Teamwork
– Time Management
– Adaptability/ Flexibility
– Creative and Innovative Thinking
– Decision Making and Judgement
– Planning and Organizing
– Problem Solving
– Results Oriented
– Accountability and Dependability
– Development and Continual Learning

Essential Duties:
 
November to March: Lead and Manage Seed Processing Operations
– Manage team members in conditioning seeds.
– Coordinate product supply for treating and packaging.
– Maintain inventory tracking and logging.
– Collaborate with the QA department to manage and monitor seed products.
– Communicate with the operations manager.

April to October: Assist Production Manager
– Assist the production manager with field operations.
– Manage the certification process.
– Build and maintain relationships with buyers and seed growers.
– Input and analyze production data.
– Manage detasseling operations.
– Assist in the management of harvest operations.

Job Requirements:
 
– Highly motivated individual seeking a long-term career with ample opportunities for growth.
– Exceptionally organized with a keen attention to detail.
– Excellent communication skills.
– Proficient in managing time effectively for both personal tasks and team oversight.
– Strong computer skills.
– Educational background in agriculture.
– Willingness to work extra hours during peak agricultural seasons.

Preferred Qualifications:
– Experience in farming.
– Mechanically inclined.
– Previous management experience.

To apply, please submit resume to careers@horizonseeds.ca

Summer Employment

Horizon Seeds Dealers

Horizon Seeds Canada Inc. is hiring summer students (15yrs – 18yrs) to work detasselling and derogueing this summer in the production fields. Also, we have an opportunity for 4 positions in a supervisory role (18yrs+), this is leading, transporting and managing the student crews. A valid driver’s licence is required and past detasselling or derogueing experience is an asset. These positions will be approximately four weeks starting July 10th and ending August 10th, weather depending. If interested, please contact Rick Van Laecke at 519-842-5538 or at info@horizonseeds.ca.

Duties include:

  • Working in field crews detasselling corn plants
  • Working in field crews derogueing corn plants
  • Final inspections and field clean up behind large crews

Work hours will be 7am to mid afternoon Monday to Sunday.

Horizon Seeds Summer Pollination:

Horizon Seeds Canada Inc. is looking for individuals to assist with pollination tasks in the research nursery. The position will be approximately three to four weeks starting July 5th and ending August 7th, weather depending. If interested, please contact Alex Whittal at 519-983-0520 or at alex@horizonseeds.ca.

Duties include:

•             Shoot bagging ear shoots.

•             Setting up tassel bags

•             Performing the pollination by moving tassel bag to ear shoot

•             Assist in nursery weeding

Work hours will be 8 to 3:30 Monday to Saturday with the possibility of longer days during peak pollinating time.               

New Distribution Partnership

New Distribution Partnership

With the Canadian farmer in mind and a continued mindset of how best we can serve those who grow, Horizon Seeds
Canada Inc. and Seed Solutions Inc. are pleased to announce their strategic distribution partnership.

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New Strategic Partnership

Horizon Seeds Canada Inc. is pleased to announce our strategic distribution partnership with Delmar Commodities. This partnership will allow Horizon Seeds to continue best serving the Western Canadian farmer and dealer.

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