General Manager – Agricultural Retail

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists; England; On-site; GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced General Manager to lead a respected agricultural retail business in Cheshire. This role demands strong commercial acumen and leadership ability, overseeing operations and managing budgets while fostering a customer-focused environment. Join a family-run business known for its quality products and exceptional service, and make a significant impact in a growing company that values traditional principles and modern approaches. If you're passionate about agriculture and rural life, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

Benefits

Bonus Scheme

Career progression opportunities

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior management role within agricultural retail.
• Strong commercial and strategic thinking with a results-driven mindset.
• Excellent understanding of agricultural products and services.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations and manage budgets for the agricultural retail business.
• Develop and support your team while driving business growth.
• Provide strategic leadership and ensure exceptional customer service.

Skills

Senior management experience in agricultural retail

Commercial and strategic thinking

Understanding of agricultural products

Leadership and team development

Budget management

Customer service excellence

Communication and negotiation skills

Familiarity with competitor operations

Job description

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Location:

Cheshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Marketing & PR

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Yes

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Job Reference:

MD -43860

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Posted:

07.05.2025

Expiry Date:

21.06.2025

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Job Description:

General Manager – Agricultural Retail - Cheshire - £70,000 DOE + Bonus

The Job:

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced and driven General Manager to join a highly respected agricultural retail business based in Cheshire. With a long-standing reputation for quality products and outstanding customer service, the company supplies a wide range of farming, equestrian, and rural goods to a loyal and expanding customer base.

As General Manager, you will take full responsibility for the day-to-day and strategic leadership of the business. This role demands an individual with strong commercial acumen, exceptional leadership ability, and a solid understanding of the agricultural retail sector—ideally with experience at competitors such as Mole Valley Farmers, Wynnstay, or Ritters.

You will oversee operations, manage budgets, develop and support your team, and be a key player in the business’s continued growth and success.

The Company:

We are working with a well-established and respected agricultural retailer based in the heart of Cheshire. This family-run business has built a strong reputation for providing high-quality farming and equestrian products, alongside exceptional customer service. Serving both trade and retail customers, the company supplies a wide range of animal feeds, farming supplies, country clothing and more.

With a friendly, knowledgeable team and a loyal customer base, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a business that combines traditional values with a modern, customer-focused approach. If you’re passionate about agriculture, rural life, or countryside retail, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

The Candidate:

• Proven experience in a senior management role within agricultural retail
• Strong commercial and strategic thinking, with a results-driven mindset
• Excellent understanding of agricultural products and services
• Inspirational leader with the ability to develop and motivate a diverse team
• Financially astute with hands-on experience managing budgets and KPIs
• Customer-focused, with a passion for delivering excellence in service
• Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
• Familiarity with competitor operations (e.g., Mole Valley Farmers, Wynnstay, Ritters) is highly desirable

The Package:

• £70,000 per annum
• Bonus Scheme
• Excellent career progression opportunities within a stable and growing business
• A supportive and forward-thinking working environment

Please email your CV to Megan Davies, Senior Delivery Recruitment Consultant, [emailprotected].

Keep up-to-date with the latest opportunities from Agricultural Recruitment Specialists by registering on our website: www.agriRS.com and following us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. As a leading and esteemed recruitment agency specialising in the agriculture, food, horticulture, equestrian, animal health, and rural sectors, Agricultural Recruitment Specialists prioritise roles across sales, management, marketing, operations, and technical and engineering fields, including international and senior-level positions within our specialised sectors. Our suite of services encompasses bespoke recruitment solutions, executive search, candidate profiling, knowledge sharing, targeted advertising, and comprehensive recruitment support. To discover how we can assist in advancing your career or meeting your recruitment needs, please visit www.agriRS.com or contact our recruitment team on 01905 345 155 or on our international number: 0044 1905 345 155. We are renowned for connecting the finest talent throughout the world with the best brands and organisations.

Salary Benefits:

Bonus

Company Info

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists
Droitwich, West Midlands, United Kingdom

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