We take the time to understand your business opportunities
Since 1996, Grasslands Recruitment Specialists has solely focused on sourcing, vetting, and presenting qualified, niche-fit agribusiness/agri-food candidates for interviews. We do not simply fill job openings; we work to ensure that the person chosen is qualified and quantifiable for success in the given workplace, or they are not presented.
We don’t just send a resume and cross our fingers; we figure out what you want and need, do what it takes to get those people, and then help you close the deal! To alleviate concerns about employee retention, we ensure a skillset, community, and corporate fit. We are not machines. We are people who help other people.
Please tell us about the people you require. We approach only those candidates who have a track record of success in your industry. We then assist you in hiring the right person the first time.
Our clients have recognized the importance of incorporating our search services into their hiring process. Each search will be tailored to your specific requirements and circumstances.
Our executive search process gives you the chance to hire a top-tier candidate. Each step of our process provides critical information needed to make an informed hiring decision.
We primarily represent mid-to-executive level positions in the Canadian agricultural marketplace, including relationships with other agri-business recruiters with whom we collaborate to fill our clients’ positions. While working directly with us, you benefit from a global network of recruiters! Our business scope/reach is limited to the North American agribusiness/agri-food industry. We understand and are passionate about agriculture, and our employees generally work and live in smaller rural communities across Canada.
We have been Connecting Canadian Agriculture since 1996, and our goal is to become your long-term recruitment partner, not just a vendor. Contact us today to discuss your requirements and the options available to you.
What Our Clients Have To Say:
“More selective with candidates than other recruiters”
“Mike must be the most connected guy in agriculture.
He walks every foot of every trade show each year”
“We would rather have 3 strong candidates than 15 average ones”
“Trust is the #1 factor when it comes to hiring and firing. Blair gets that. We trust Blair.”
“They really understand the market, especially pay ranges”
“They don’t waste our time”
“They really know the western market. Saves a ton of time–we don’t have to educate them”
“Nice, honest people. They do what they say they are going to do”
“Always delivers strong candidates”
“They take a sniper/rifle approach rather than shotgun”
“Some of our best guys have come through Grasslands”
“Will look forward to working with you in the future.”
“Mike is a true professional and extremely knowledgeable. Excellent experience”
Recent Successful Placements include:
After Market Customer Service Representative
Alberta
Ag Risk Advisor
Alberta
Ag Risk Advisor
Alberta
Ag Risk Advisor
Alberta
Agricultural Equipment Territory Manager
Alberta
Agrologist – Smart Seeding
Alberta
Business & Product Development Manager -Biocontrol
Quebec
Canada Manager
Manitoba
Dairy Sales & Service Rep
Ontario
Department Manager – Agronomy
Manitoba
Design Engineer
Saskatchewan
Eastern Canada Sales – Biologicals
Nova Scotia
Engineering Manager – Air Powered/Pneumatic
Saskatchewan
Engineering Technologist I
Saskatchewan
Farm Technology Sales
Manitoba
General Manager – Grain
Manitoba
Integrated Solutions (IS) Specialist(s) – SK
Saskatchewan
Junior Mechanical Engineer
Saskatchewan
Logistics Coordinator
Saskatchewan
Mechanical Engineer
Saskatchewan
Millwright
British Columbia
National Sales/Marketing Manager-Animal Nutrition
Saskatchewan
Parts Manager – Farm Equipment
Saskatchewan
Partsperson – Agriculture
Saskatchewan
Product Manager – Pet Food Nutrition (Canada)
Ontario
Product Marketing Manager – Crop Inputs
Manitoba
Project Manager – Ag Retail
Saskatchewan
Regional Sales – Grain / Seed Equipment Saskatchewan
Regional Sales Manager – Seed
Alberta
Regional Service Manager
Ontario
Sales & Production Manager Peace Region
Alberta
Sales and Technical Support Representative BC
British Columbia
Sales Manager – Regional
Ontario
Sales Representative – Livestock Equipment
Ontario
Sales Representative – Regional
Alberta
Sales Representative
Quebec
Saskatchewan Territory Manager Saskatchewan
Service Department Manager
Ontario
Service Manager – Farm Equipment Saskatchewan
Shop Foreman – Farm Equipment
Alberta
Technical Sales Representative – Crop Protection
Alberta
Technical Service Representative – Farm Equipment
Minnesota (US placement)
Technical Support Representative – Cannabis
Ontario
Technology Development Specialist – Crop R&D
Alberta
Territory Manager
Saskatchewan
Territory Manager – Farm Equipment Saskatchewan
Territory Manager – Vegetable Seed Sales
Ontario
Territory Sales – Farm Equipment Saskatchewan
Territory Sales – Farm Equipment Saskatchewan
Territory Sales Manager
Saskatchewan
Vice President of Finance and Operations Saskatchewan
Vice President Sales Agriculture
Alberta
VP Operations, Southern Alberta
Alberta
Highlighted Candidates
Regional Manager:
Animal/Livestock
Regional managers are in charge of multiple stores throughout a large physical area. Depending on how the company operates, a regional manager may be in charge of stores in one RM/County or across multiple provinces. Regional managers determine the operational practices of all stores in the area, making sure each runs smoothly, cleanly, complies with marketing and sales campaigns and meets budget and sales goals.
Production Manager: Equipment/Manufacturing
Production managers are responsible for the technical management, supervision and control of industrial production processes. Production managers ensure that manufacturing processes run reliably and efficiently
Agronomist:
Agronomy/Seed
Agronomy integrates all disciplines of crop production, from variety selection to harvesting, and from soil management to entomology. Agronomists often act as the liaison between producers and crop researchers, reviewing detailed research findings and incorporating these into the recommendations they pass on to farmers. Agronomists see to it that new developments in crop varieties, disease and pest control, crop rotation, and tillage systems are implemented into farmers growing operations.
Loan Officer:
Finance/Business
Agriculture loan officers, or agricultural lenders, work to help farmers and rural citizens obtain funds needed to fund their operation, purchase property, and more. Could be commercial, agricultural/farm, or consumer loans.
Veterinarian – Large Animal:
Livestock/Farm
Livestock veterinarians are practitioners that specialize in the care and management of livestock species such as cattle, chickens, pigs, sheep, goats, and horses. Some will specialize in one type of livestock like cattle. These vets often have mobile practices and will make farm visits. They often work long hours, and are generally on-call for the majority of the time with emergencies. These veterinarians may also work in government centres such as the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA).
Facility Manager:
Grain/Food
Grain Elevator Managers are responsible for overseeing the storage of grain, shipping grain to processing facilities, and buying grain from farmers.