Plant Scientist/Plant Grower
Plant Scientist/Plant Grower required
3-5 days/week
Ref M013
Our client is a science-based supplement company producing and supplying vitamins, minerals and nutrients across the UK with an emphasis on quality, innovation and efficacy of product. Products are highly bio-effective, truly innovative and backed by research and studies. They have a reputation for quality, integrity, innovation and excellent service.
Job Description:
The Plant Scientist will take responsibility for driving the projects moving forward. The projects will be relating to the mineral-enhancement of hydroponically grown cruciferous vegetables. He / She will work on their own initiative, researching, trialing and growing edible plants with a maximum potency for minerals and supplements. The Plant Scientist will work closely with the production manager on the full lifecycle of the product; propagation, growing, analysing, drying, processing and packaging,
The candidate can be based anywhere in the UK however, occasional travel to the growing unit, currently in Devon, is required to oversee the growing.
Key Skills:
The successful candidate will have experience with hydroponic growing techniques and mineral uptake into growing plants. They will be happy to learn and explore new techniques to optimise uptake potential for nutraceutical formulations. He / She will have horticultural experience in plant propagation and plant husbandry as well as the scientific interest. The Plant Scientist will be strong mathematically to accurately calculate the potency of the solutions.
This role would suit someone with experience as a Plant Scientist and a driven and focused personality to effectively achieve goals. Good organisational skills and the ability to manage a number of tasks at once is important.
If this Plant Scientist/Plant Grower vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Sara Yassin on 01233 732767 or sara@horticruitment.com.
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Thank you for the interest you have shown in this Plant Scientist/Plant Grower vacancy. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications that we receive, it is not possible to respond to every one. Therefore, unless you hear from us within the next 14 days, your application for this Plant Scientist/Plant Grower vacancy will have been unsuccessful.
Category Manager Plants - P308
Our client is a fast expanding chain of excellent quality Garden Centres renowned for innovation and style and the best place to discover an extensive range of top quality plants with everything for the home and garden. They are currently seeking a Category Manager for Seeds, Bulbs and Hardy Plants where you will be required to drive new product sourcing and maintain brand identity across the group.
Do you have a good knowledge of garden centre operations and seasonal changes?
Do you have excellent knowledge of leading suppliers?
Can you maximise profitability and ensure an aspirational product range is maintained?
Key points
- Sourcing new product from UK and Europe and where possible UK grown
- Optimise the performance of the buying function through existing supply base evaluation
- Management, development and leadership of the category on a day to day basis and ensure existing ranges of merchandise are procured efficiently
- Management of supplier relationships to ensure high service levels continue
- Working closely with head of plants, plant analysts, retail support team and EPOS team
Must haves
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong negotiating skills and the ability to develop excellent supplier relationships
- The ability to drive product development via implementation of new product strategy
- The ability to ensure all relevant information is shared with each centre in advance
If this Category Manager vacancy is of interest please apply or contact Pauline Thomas on 01233 732767 or pauline@horticruitment.com.
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Sales Representative - J721
Our client is one of the leading suppliers of plant material to the British Landscaping Industry, producing an extensive range of plants which is supplemented with stock from key suppliers to ensure they can supply a one stop shop for their clients. The company has ambitious expansion plans and are currently seeking a sales representative to join the team working across the U.K.
Do you have a background in field sales and hungry for success?
Do you enjoy the challenge of sourcing and building relationships with new and existing clients?
Are you results orientated and prepared to go that extra mile?
Key points
- To adopt and grow a base of new and existing amenity accounts
- To price incoming enquiries and follow up outstanding quotations
- Improve and develop sales systems with the Sales Manager
- Meet with clients off site in the UK and abroad as required
- Assist with the promotion of the company at trade shows and events
Must haves
- A proven track record in sales
- Excellent negotiating skills and product knowledge
- Plenty of drive and passion to reach and exceed sales targets
- Ensure the company remains a leading supplier to the Landscape Industry
If this Sales Representative vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Pauline Thomas on 01233 732767 or pauline@horticruitment.com.
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Client Development Manager - ADV257 - Please respond direct to the advertiser
Client Development Manager required
Do you want to help make London a greener and healthier place to work?
At Plant Designs we pride ourselves on our award-winning plant displays and our ability, through the commitment and experience of our team, to care for them.
We would like more customers to benefit from doing business with us. We are looking for someone with a superb sales attitude, eye for design and an awareness of plant displays and their benefits.
The role is working with our clients in the West of London (including Maidenhead, Middlesex and High Wycombe), the West End and Central London. You will be self-reliant yet a team player, with terrific communication skills and the ability to develop strong relationships at all levels. You will be well presented, articulate, a solution provider who is target driven.
You will be given a portfolio of existing clients to manage and expected to grow their accounts. You will also need a new business-oriented mentality to help you grow our client list. You will need to be confident, personable and always work with integrity.
This is a fulltime role based mainly in West London and surrounding counties- driving license is preferable.
You will report directly to the Managing Director.
Salary Basic Plus Commission to OTE £34,000
If you feel you can meet our high standards and you want to work somewhere you will be appreciated as well as having some fun, then please apply by Friday the 15th of March 2019.
Please include a 2-page CV and a covering letter with the reasons you are the correct person for us to talk to.
Sales Representatives - L726
A medium size manufacturer of growing media and supplier of gardening products is currently seeking Sales Representatives across England to carve out a territory in their location.
Do you have previous field sales experience in this category?
Are you confident to reach and exceed sales targets?
Would you relish the challenge in taking the business to the next level?
Key points
- To adopt and grow an existing portfolio of clients
- Source new leads and generate new business
- Meet clients and negotiate sales orders
- Represent the company at trade shows and events
Must haves
- Excellent communication and negotiating skills
- A confident and professional manner
- A proven track record in reaching sales targets
If this position is of interest please apply or contact Pauline Thomas on 01233 732767 or pauline@horticruitment.com
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Head of Food J263
Are you interested to join a leading Garden Centre Group as Head of Food, taking direct responsibility for the groups Food Halls and Farm Shops nationwide? Would you relish in the opportunity to drive the commercial aspect of the business? Do you possess excellent attention to detail with an inspirational approach to Food Retailing?
Key points
- Working as a key member of the senior management team
- Travelling the country visiting 14 food halls and 5 farms to ensure excellent visual merchandising standards are achieved
- Ensuring all Food outlets achieve the right ambience
- Ensuring the groups expected high standards are reached and exceeded
Must haves
- A proven track record in Food Hall or Farm Shop Management on a commercial scale
- Great team leadership skills able to inspire at all levels
- An eye for detail with a flair for Innovative displays
- The ability to drive the commercial aspect and deliver exceptional results
To view more garden centre positions click Retail or senior management jobs click Senior Management.
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Thank you for the interest you have shown in this Head of Food vacancy. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications that we receive, it is not possible to respond to every one. Therefore, unless you hear from us regarding the Head of Food vacancy within the next 14 days, your application will have been unsuccessful.