General Manager

The Green Recruitment Company; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment company is partnering with an agricultural industry group to find a well-versed General Manager. The role involves member acquisition, managing procurement processes, and ensuring product efficiency. Ideal candidates will have relevant business and agricultural experience, with skills in negotiation and market analysis.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in business and preferably in the agricultural sector.
• Skills to operate bespoke IT systems.
• Experience and negotiation skills to expand product offerings.

Responsibilities

• Member acquisition through development and engagement activities.
• Manage procurement and finance team.
• Assist members with issues and maintain affordable membership fees.

Skills

Relationship Management

Negotiation Skills

Digital Marketing

Market Analysis

Team Management

Education

Experience in Business Management

Experience in Agricultural Sector

Job description

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Location: Oxfordshire, England, United Kingdom (On-site)

The Green Recruitment Company is delighted to partner with an agricultural industry group that is streamlining the procurement process for its members in a smart, efficient, sustainable, and cost-effective manner. As the organization aims to expand its services and membership body, a new, well-versed General Manager is required.

Responsibilities:

• Member acquisition through unique development and engagement activities.
• Management of the procurement and finance team.
• Continuing development of the range of products and services available.
• Overseeing access to the ordering system.
• Ensuring the range of products and services helps in the efficient operation of members' businesses.
• Benchmarking products and services to ensure members receive the best service, prices, and efficiencies.
• Assisting members whenever issues arise or requirements are not fully met.
• Maintaining affordable membership fees in a constantly changing business environment.

Requirements:

• Relevant experience in business and preferably in the agricultural sector to identify and manage future opportunities and threats.
• Understanding and analyzing future trends in the agricultural market to maintain relevant market status.
• Seeking opportunities to develop relationships with other buying groups or suppliers for the benefit of the company and its members.
• Skills to operate a bespoke IT system and future systems that enhance office efficiency and member service.
• Ability to manage an open and responsive relationship with the Board.
• Experience and negotiation skills to expand the range of products and services available to members at the best prices.
• Strategies to increase membership to maximize competitiveness and control costs.
• Development skills and digital marketing experience.