Nursery Manager
Nursery Manager required
Job Ref ADV495
Due to continued growth and development of our 12-acre nursery, we are now looking for an experienced, enthusiastic, and passionate horticulturalist to take on the management of the nursery and it’s growing team.
This role would suit someone that is motivated and a passionate person, who is experienced in running a nursery, organised, productive with their time and will help to continue the businesses growth and continued success on their exciting journey, whilst developing the production nursery cash and carry. Their focus is to produce retail quality stock for garden centres and domestic landscapers as well as in-house sales for their landscaping division.
What we need from you as a Horticulture Nursery Manager:
- A minimum of 5 years production nursery experience, ideally in production for retail sales but not essential
- You must be passionate about plants, enjoy working outdoors year-round in all weathers and happy to get stuck into other duties as the site continues to change and develop
- You must work well on your own as well as managing a small but growing team – currently 1 supervisor, 4 nursery assistants, 2 apprentices and additional seasonal staff during busy periods
- You must also understand the importance of plant health and quality ensuring we produce the finest retail plants with quality always being your top priority
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Knowledge of importing stock from abroad and the paperwork and checks required
- A highly skilled communicator who can effectively communicate with their team as well as effectively communicating and reporting to the Group Purchasing Manager
- You must lead by example and be able to motivate and delegate tasks efficiently
Desirable but not essential:
- FLT licence
What the role involves:
You will be involved in a variety of duties including but not limited to:
- Managing production for retail and cash and carry customers including producing production plans
- Managing the small but growing team accordingly with all nursery duties including the yard assistants leading the team by example
- Checking stock regularly to ensure optimum quality with great attention to detail and implement pest and disease control and appropriate fertiliser schedules when necessary
- Overseeing incoming stock and orders ready for dispatch to ensure we maintain our high level of quality and service
- Controlling and maintaining an irrigation system
- Liaising with customers regularly to discuss production plans, orders, and contract grows
- Complying with plant health protocol and procedures
Salary/hours: £35,000 - £45,000K per year. Working Monday to Friday 7:00am – 4:00pm. Permanent, full-time position.
Benefits:
- 28 days holiday including Bank Holidays
- 10% Staff Discount in the garden centre
- Generous staff discount on company nursery stock
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Please apply now!
www.jackmoodygroup.co.uk/vacancies/horticulture-nursery-manager/
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Sales Executive
Sales Executive required
Job Ref B006
Our client is one of the leading suppliers of ornamental plants to the domestic and commercial landscaping market. As a result of continued growth, they are looking to strengthen their team and currently have a vacancy for an experienced sales executive. This position can be office based or home-based dependent on circumstances, some regional travel will also be required.
The right candidate will need to have good plant knowledge and an understanding of the landscape supply market. Good communication, planning, administration and IT skills are also essential as is the ability to be a self-starter.
This role will involve dealing with customers on a daily basis in person, over the phone and via e-mail and will involve pricing enquiries, prospecting for new business and developing existing business in an agreed geographical area.
This is an excellent opportunity for the right person to join a dynamic and successful company and to develop their career and skills within the horticultural industry.
Competitive remuneration package available including a company car / car allowance.
Main Duties & Responsibilities
- To adopt and grow a base of existing amenity accounts.
- To price incoming enquires from customers.
- To process orders accordingly and efficiently.
- To follow up outstanding quotations and negotiate orders.
- Assist with generating new business and insure smooth adoption.
- Work to and record targets as required.
- Meet with clients and suppliers both on and off site in the UK & abroad as required.
- Contacting suppliers for prices and information.
- Handling queries & complaints.
- Gathering and sharing product and market information.
If this Sales Executive 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 Sales Executive 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 Sales Executive vacancy will have been unsuccessful.
Licensing Account Manager
Licensing Account Manager required
Ref - K455
Our client is an internationally recognised breeder of English Roses, as well as a specialist grower of Old, Shrub, Species, Climbing and Modern Roses. As a leading brand in garden retail, they are associated with a high quality, reliable products, which attracts customer trust and loyalty. Their recognisable brand image is used by garden centres and nurseries worldwide to create high quality, premium displays.
Job Description:
Our client is looking for an individual with sales and account management experience to join their Worldwide Licensing Team. The successful candidate will be able to build and manage relationships with B2B customers, be a creative and analytical thinker, be able to identify good development opportunities and see projects through to fruition.
Based at Head Office in Albrighton, Wolverhampton, the role requires travel throughout the year, mainly in Europe but also on a worldwide scale, sometimes at short notice. The successful candidate will be involved in managing and developing key licensing accounts, identifying and investigating opportunities within their brief, researching markets, and reporting progress and findings.
Success in this role will not be measured solely on volume as it does not involve direct sales, but rather by the individual’s ability to add value to accounts in a number of ways.
Key Skills:
A background in the horticultural trade, and/or experience working with retailers is a distinct advantage.
Languages and legal experience or training are an advantage but not essential.
Candidates must have a driving licence and current passport valid for travel.
If this Licensing Account Manager vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Mark Bolam on 01233 732767 or markbolam@horticruitment.com.
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Thank you for the interest you have shown in this Licensing Account Manager 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 Licensing Account Manager vacancy will have been unsuccessful.
Sales Representative & Technical Advisor - M305
Our client is a specialist supplier of high quality plants to the domestic landscape market. Their customers include Garden Designers, Domestic Landscape Contractors and Architects. They are currently seeking a Sales Representative & Technical Advisor working alongside the Sales Manager responsible for business development in key targeted geographic areas.
Are you driven & personable with a positive personality?
Do you have good horticultural knowledge with ideally wholesale experience?
Do you enjoy the challenge of business development?
Key points
- To adopt and grow a base of new and existing clients
- Meet with clients and suppliers both on and off site in the UK and abroad as required
- Networking amongst designers & landscape contractors to develop business opportunities
- Reporting back to the business on customer activity, trends & opportunities
- Assisting with marketing activities
Must haves
- Strong Plant knowledge and relevant industry experience
- A driven and confident personality
- Good IT skills to include Outlook and Excel
- The ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
If this Sales Representative & Technical Advisor vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Pauline Thomas on 01233 732767 or pauline@horticruitment.com.
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Thank you for the interest you have shown in this Sales Representative & Technical Advisor 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 Sales Representative & Technical Advisor vacancy will have been unsuccessful.