Business Development & Account Manager Horticulture Lincolnshire - hybrid options DOE + Bonus Love building relationships and driving growth? Looking for a role where your ideas shape the future of the business? Want to join a friendly, down-to-earth team in a growing horticulture company? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established, family-run trade nursery supplying trees, shrubs, and perennials to the landscaping and construction industries. With over 30 acres of production, they combine UK and European sourcing with in-house growing to deliver top-quality plants to a wide range of clients - from local landscapers and designers to national contractors and housebuilders. What's in it for you? Competitive salary (DOE) Bonus structure Hybrid working options Supportive, family-run environment with a business that values initiative and teamwork - not rigid KPIs. Real autonomy and the chance to make an impact. A varied role covering sales, customer relationships, and plant advice. Collaborative culture - everyone pitches in when needed. Opportunities to grow your career as the business expands. The Role This brand-new position is all about growth - helping this horticulture business reach new customers while strengthening existing relationships. You'll be the link between customers, suppliers, and the nursery team - driving new business opportunities and managing accounts to ensure exceptional service. Day to day, you'll: Proactively identify and develop new trade customers across the landscaping sector Build strong, long-term relationships with both new and existing clients Handle enquiries, prepare quotations, and follow up on orders Advise on plant availability, specifications, and suitable alternatives Work closely with the nursery and operations teams to ensure smooth order flow Coordinate with suppliers and logistics to meet customer deadlines Contribute to marketing activity - from promotions to social media updates Help maintain stock awareness and order accuracy using internal systems (Growmaster) Take a flexible, hands-on approach, supporting colleagues where needed This isn't a cold-calling role - it's about strategic outreach, relationship building, and spotting opportunities to grow sales. About You A commercial mindset with proven ability to develop business and manage accounts Strong horticulture knowledge - confident advising customers on plant selection Experience in one or more of the following: Nursery trade sales or buying Commercial growing or plant production Landscaping with plant sourcing experience Excellent communication and relationship-building skills Comfortable using IT systems and Excel What's Next? If you're ready to take the next step in your horticulture career and join a business that values teamwork, trust, and great customer relationships - we'd love to hear from you. Apply below or contact Sarah on (phone number removed) or (url removed) for a confidential chat. Don't worry if your CV isn't up to date - just send what you have, and we can sort the rest later.
01/12/2025
Full time
Business Development & Account Manager Horticulture Lincolnshire - hybrid options DOE + Bonus Love building relationships and driving growth? Looking for a role where your ideas shape the future of the business? Want to join a friendly, down-to-earth team in a growing horticulture company? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established, family-run trade nursery supplying trees, shrubs, and perennials to the landscaping and construction industries. With over 30 acres of production, they combine UK and European sourcing with in-house growing to deliver top-quality plants to a wide range of clients - from local landscapers and designers to national contractors and housebuilders. What's in it for you? Competitive salary (DOE) Bonus structure Hybrid working options Supportive, family-run environment with a business that values initiative and teamwork - not rigid KPIs. Real autonomy and the chance to make an impact. A varied role covering sales, customer relationships, and plant advice. Collaborative culture - everyone pitches in when needed. Opportunities to grow your career as the business expands. The Role This brand-new position is all about growth - helping this horticulture business reach new customers while strengthening existing relationships. You'll be the link between customers, suppliers, and the nursery team - driving new business opportunities and managing accounts to ensure exceptional service. Day to day, you'll: Proactively identify and develop new trade customers across the landscaping sector Build strong, long-term relationships with both new and existing clients Handle enquiries, prepare quotations, and follow up on orders Advise on plant availability, specifications, and suitable alternatives Work closely with the nursery and operations teams to ensure smooth order flow Coordinate with suppliers and logistics to meet customer deadlines Contribute to marketing activity - from promotions to social media updates Help maintain stock awareness and order accuracy using internal systems (Growmaster) Take a flexible, hands-on approach, supporting colleagues where needed This isn't a cold-calling role - it's about strategic outreach, relationship building, and spotting opportunities to grow sales. About You A commercial mindset with proven ability to develop business and manage accounts Strong horticulture knowledge - confident advising customers on plant selection Experience in one or more of the following: Nursery trade sales or buying Commercial growing or plant production Landscaping with plant sourcing experience Excellent communication and relationship-building skills Comfortable using IT systems and Excel What's Next? If you're ready to take the next step in your horticulture career and join a business that values teamwork, trust, and great customer relationships - we'd love to hear from you. Apply below or contact Sarah on (phone number removed) or (url removed) for a confidential chat. Don't worry if your CV isn't up to date - just send what you have, and we can sort the rest later.
Location: Hybrid - Shropshire / Home / UK Travel Salary: 29,000 - 36,000 per annum (DOE) + Car Allowance Benefits: 23 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (increasing after 5 years), Birthday Leave, Healthcare Plan, Pension, Cycle to Work Scheme, Refer-a-Friend Scheme, Employee of the Month Scheme Overview We're looking for a driven and commercially minded Business Development Executive to join a leading supplier of hardy nursery stock to the commercial landscaping sector. This hybrid role offers a dynamic mix of office-based collaboration, remote working, and UK-wide travel to meet prospects and clients. Reporting to the Head of Commercial Sales, you'll play a key role in identifying and onboarding new business opportunities, building strong client relationships, and supporting cross-departmental communication to drive growth. Key Responsibilities Research and approach new business prospects across the UK Attend client meetings on-site and off-site to build relationships and secure new accounts Share market insights and customer feedback to support strategic growth Represent the company at industry events and trade shows Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth onboarding and communication Track performance against KPIs and maintain accurate records What's required from you? Essential: Proven experience in business development or sales Strong plant and horticultural knowledge Excellent communication and negotiation skills IT literate (Microsoft Office, CRM systems) Full UK driving licence Confident, proactive, and self-motivated approach Desirable: Commercial landscaping industry experience Horticulture Qualifications What's next? If you've got a business mindset and a background in horticulture, it'd be great to have a quick chat and see what you have to offer For an informal chat, give me, Stanley, a call on (phone number removed), email me at (url removed), or connect with me on LinkedIn. Don't worry if your CV isn't up to date - just send over what you have, and we can go from there.
10/11/2025
Full time
Location: Hybrid - Shropshire / Home / UK Travel Salary: 29,000 - 36,000 per annum (DOE) + Car Allowance Benefits: 23 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (increasing after 5 years), Birthday Leave, Healthcare Plan, Pension, Cycle to Work Scheme, Refer-a-Friend Scheme, Employee of the Month Scheme Overview We're looking for a driven and commercially minded Business Development Executive to join a leading supplier of hardy nursery stock to the commercial landscaping sector. This hybrid role offers a dynamic mix of office-based collaboration, remote working, and UK-wide travel to meet prospects and clients. Reporting to the Head of Commercial Sales, you'll play a key role in identifying and onboarding new business opportunities, building strong client relationships, and supporting cross-departmental communication to drive growth. Key Responsibilities Research and approach new business prospects across the UK Attend client meetings on-site and off-site to build relationships and secure new accounts Share market insights and customer feedback to support strategic growth Represent the company at industry events and trade shows Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth onboarding and communication Track performance against KPIs and maintain accurate records What's required from you? Essential: Proven experience in business development or sales Strong plant and horticultural knowledge Excellent communication and negotiation skills IT literate (Microsoft Office, CRM systems) Full UK driving licence Confident, proactive, and self-motivated approach Desirable: Commercial landscaping industry experience Horticulture Qualifications What's next? If you've got a business mindset and a background in horticulture, it'd be great to have a quick chat and see what you have to offer For an informal chat, give me, Stanley, a call on (phone number removed), email me at (url removed), or connect with me on LinkedIn. Don't worry if your CV isn't up to date - just send over what you have, and we can go from there.
A leading supplier within the fresh produce sector is seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to join their commercial team. This is a varied role, combining account management of existing retail customers with the opportunity to drive new business growth across wholesale, foodservice, and retail. The Role: Manage and develop existing retail accounts, building strong relationships with buyers and ensuring excellent service levels. Identify and convert new business opportunities across multiple channels. Work closely with internal teams to deliver tailored solutions to meet customer needs. Stay ahead of market trends, competitor activity, and customer demands. Balance account management responsibilities with proactive business development. The Person: Background in fresh produce (or closely related perishable categories). Experience in retail-facing roles, with proven success managing buyer relationships. Strong commercial awareness with a proactive, results-driven mindset. Excellent relationship-building and communication skills. Able to thrive in a role that blends account management with business development. This is an exciting opportunity to join a respected and forward-thinking fresh produce business at a time of continued growth.
04/10/2025
Full time
A leading supplier within the fresh produce sector is seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to join their commercial team. This is a varied role, combining account management of existing retail customers with the opportunity to drive new business growth across wholesale, foodservice, and retail. The Role: Manage and develop existing retail accounts, building strong relationships with buyers and ensuring excellent service levels. Identify and convert new business opportunities across multiple channels. Work closely with internal teams to deliver tailored solutions to meet customer needs. Stay ahead of market trends, competitor activity, and customer demands. Balance account management responsibilities with proactive business development. The Person: Background in fresh produce (or closely related perishable categories). Experience in retail-facing roles, with proven success managing buyer relationships. Strong commercial awareness with a proactive, results-driven mindset. Excellent relationship-building and communication skills. Able to thrive in a role that blends account management with business development. This is an exciting opportunity to join a respected and forward-thinking fresh produce business at a time of continued growth.
Are you a hands-on engineer ready to bring AI to life on the factory floor? I'm working with a leading UK-based automation provider that's deploying cutting-edge AI vision systems across food manufacturing environments. They're looking for a practical, technically skilled Applications Engineer to help roll out advanced machine learning solutions in fast-paced, high-speed production settings. This is a field-based, high-impact role-you'll be working on real production lines, replacing manual inspection tasks with smart, real-time image analysis. Why This Role Stands Out Innovative Technology: Be at the forefront of deploying next-gen AI vision systems in the food industry. Real-World Impact: Your work directly improves quality, reduces waste, and enhances food safety and traceability. Project Ownership: Take the lead on deployments while working alongside a highly experienced engineering team. What You'll Be Doing Designing and implementing machine vision inspection systems using AI/ML tools. Running trials and developing proof-of-concepts to validate deep learning models in real environments. Programming and configuring PLCs and SCADA systems. Installing, commissioning, and supporting automation systems on customer sites. Documenting solutions-creating clear functional design specs and support manuals. Acting as the technical lead during deployments and customer troubleshooting Supporting the wider automation team in delivering integrated project solutions. Conducting feasibility studies for customer-specific machine vision challenges. What We're Looking For Experience in machine vision, automation, or similar engineering roles. Hands-on experience deploying machine vision or image analysis systems in industrial or research environments. Comfortable working with AI/ML platforms or deep learning-based vision tools. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in production environments. Excellent communication skills and ability to liaise with operators and engineers. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel extensively (50%+ UK-wide). What's on Offer Company vehicle Flexible working arrangements 25 days holiday plus public holidays (option to buy/sell up to 5 days) Company pension scheme Death in service benefit Ongoing professional development (fees covered) Access to Smart Health: 24/7 GP, mental health support, and wellbeing services INDOTHER
01/10/2025
Full time
Are you a hands-on engineer ready to bring AI to life on the factory floor? I'm working with a leading UK-based automation provider that's deploying cutting-edge AI vision systems across food manufacturing environments. They're looking for a practical, technically skilled Applications Engineer to help roll out advanced machine learning solutions in fast-paced, high-speed production settings. This is a field-based, high-impact role-you'll be working on real production lines, replacing manual inspection tasks with smart, real-time image analysis. Why This Role Stands Out Innovative Technology: Be at the forefront of deploying next-gen AI vision systems in the food industry. Real-World Impact: Your work directly improves quality, reduces waste, and enhances food safety and traceability. Project Ownership: Take the lead on deployments while working alongside a highly experienced engineering team. What You'll Be Doing Designing and implementing machine vision inspection systems using AI/ML tools. Running trials and developing proof-of-concepts to validate deep learning models in real environments. Programming and configuring PLCs and SCADA systems. Installing, commissioning, and supporting automation systems on customer sites. Documenting solutions-creating clear functional design specs and support manuals. Acting as the technical lead during deployments and customer troubleshooting Supporting the wider automation team in delivering integrated project solutions. Conducting feasibility studies for customer-specific machine vision challenges. What We're Looking For Experience in machine vision, automation, or similar engineering roles. Hands-on experience deploying machine vision or image analysis systems in industrial or research environments. Comfortable working with AI/ML platforms or deep learning-based vision tools. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in production environments. Excellent communication skills and ability to liaise with operators and engineers. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel extensively (50%+ UK-wide). What's on Offer Company vehicle Flexible working arrangements 25 days holiday plus public holidays (option to buy/sell up to 5 days) Company pension scheme Death in service benefit Ongoing professional development (fees covered) Access to Smart Health: 24/7 GP, mental health support, and wellbeing services INDOTHER
