Ritchie Bros. Looking for Field Coordinator at Grande Prairie, Alberta, Canada Full Time

When you join Ritchie Bros., you’ll be part of a diverse, global team that’s focused on delivering great customer experiences. Our culture is centered around people and guided by our core values of Integrity, Unity and Vision. Learn more about our culture and commitment to diversity and inclusion at Candidate Portal .

If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and are passionate about making a difference, we invite you to join our growing team. Whether you’re out in the field or back at your office, you’ll be helping us achieve our vision of becoming the trusted global marketplace for insights, services and transaction solutions for commercial assets.

We’re looking for a Field Coordinator. This is an on-the-road / remote position. The territory you will be working in is all around the Grande Prairie, Alberta area. This role will provide you with a company truck, credit card, and phone. This position requires travel, including overnight.

The Opportunity

In this role you’ll:

• Support our farm sales in different ways, including appraisals, speaking to customers on-site, and more.
• Serve as a leader in the communication, coordination, and support of all internal departments (e.g. office, yard, sales, etc.) related to all auction processes and the Detailed Equipment Information (DEI) Program.
• Manage the information collection and verification processes (e.g. equipment year, sequencing, equipment pricing, etc.) related to the DEI Program.
• Responsible for the preparation of the advertising material for upcoming sales (e.g. brochure and catalog), in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Work in conjunction with the Equipment Inspector to assess equipment and compose photos for the DEI Program.
• Responsible for resolving equipment contracts and DEI-related issues, including any unresolved issues that occur on sale day.
• Assist the Customer Service Manager (CSM) with sale day and post-sale duties, customer service, and administrative support as required.
• Promote a culture where the health and safety of our employees and customers is a top priority for all.
• Assist the Sales team with appraisals and write-ups in the field between peak periods.
• Support the local operations team with sale day duties (e.g. proxy bids, and eClerking)
• Provide assistance as required to the Canadian Inspection Team
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Equipment Manager.
• These duties will include moving equipment to gather pictures and data related to all auction operations
• Responsible for the coordination and the physical aspects of the setup for all on-farm, off-site and yard sales
• Actively support the RB Unreserved Commitment to Safety: to send everyone home, every day, the way they came to work, by taking personal responsibility for your safety and the safety of your team, co-workers, and customers.

Here’s What You Bring

• At least 2 years’ experience working on a farm, around agricultural equipment.
• A high school diploma with some post-secondary education is considered an asset.
• Intermediate proficiency level in current MS Office Suite products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Proficiency using technology such as computers, digital cameras, and tablets.
• An aptitude for data/numbers and experience creating and working with spreadsheets.
• Strong written, spoken, listening, and interpersonal communication skills in English.
• Physically able to complete demanding physical tasks
• Fluency in English (oral & written) is a must. The ability to speak other additional languages would be considered an asset.
• Solid knowledge or desire to gain knowledge of construction equipment and trucks.
• Strong customer service orientation. You have a natural ease in dealing with customers.
• You’re a resourceful, “think-on-your-feet” person with drive, initiative, and a real commitment to getting the job done.
• Excellent organizational skills; you’re the type that leaves no detail unattended.
• Excellent time management skills, the ability to multi-task multiple projects and initiatives effectively, and prioritize work are essential.
• Highly capable of meeting strict deadlines in a high-pressure, ever-changing environment. You must also have the ability to adapt to shifting priorities, demands, and timelines.
• Highly motivated, goal-oriented, and self-directed. Energetic, can-do attitude!
• Experience working independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment. You thrive working as part of a team and pitch in wherever needed.
• You have a strong work ethic without sacrificing your sense of humor or your ability to have fun on the job.

This Job Will Require You To

• Have a valid, clean driver’s license.
• Climb on and off large equipment and trucks.
• Work both indoors and outdoors year-round.
• Work regular overtime, including weekend hours, at the auction sales. You can expect to work extra hours during the months of March, April, June, July and October
• Travel to other auction sites if necessary (Be gone from home for extended periods of time).
• Travel approximately 50% of the time

What We Offer

Our success is built on the drive and dedication of our people. As we grow around the globe, there will be many opportunities to advance your career – we’ve proven this throughout our 60+ years in business. And, we’ll take care of you along the way. Here’s how:

• Base salary + paid overtime
• Affordable, comprehensive medical & dental benefits
• RRSP with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Ongoing training, professional development, and a tuition reimbursement program

Ritchie Bros. has grown from a small-town auctioneer to a global asset management and disposition company. Through our family of companies , we help our customers buy and sell a wide range of used and unused equipment for construction, mining, transportation, agriculture, oil & gas, lifting & material handling, forestry & other industries.

Ritchie Bros. is an equal opportunity employer and ensures nondiscrimination in all activities in accordance with all applicable laws. This position is open to all qualified applicants who are legally entitled to work in the country in which this job is located. Candidate selection is made by Talent Acquisition. Only electronic applications can be accepted. No agency calls, please.

If you require any accommodation, please send an email to: careers@rbglobal.com

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Primary Location

CA-AB-Grande Prairie

Work Locations

Grande Prairie

Job

Yard Operations

Job Posting

Jul 25, 2023, 2:42:41 PM