Growth Leader, Seeds & Agriculture

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid / remote working arrangements

Direct reporting line to the Group CEO

Influence over business strategy and方向

Job summary

A Senior Business Leader position in the UK agricultural sector is being offered by Agricultural Recruitment Specialists. The role focuses on driving growth, developing markets and strengthening customer relationships within seeds and specialist agricultural products.

The candidate will report to the Group CEO and shape the company’s long-term strategy, while leading an experienced operational team. Hybrid/remote work with travel to East Anglia is expected.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in senior management, commercial leadership or business development within agriculture, seeds, horticulture or related sectors.
• Strong commercial awareness with track record of identifying growth opportunities and improving performance.
• Entrepreneurial approach with ability to challenge existing practices and drive new ideas.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and commercial leadership to drive growth and profitability.
• Identify opportunities to develop new markets, products, partnerships and revenue streams.
• Oversee and support the management team to ensure effective performance.
• Develop the company’s position in specialist and premium agricultural seed markets.
• Explore opportunities to expand digital sales channels and e-commerce.
• Strengthen relationships with customers and suppliers while developing new partnerships.
• Review product ranges and identify opportunities for innovation and diversification.
• Lead, motivate and develop employees to foster internal progression and a positive culture.
• Collaborate with the Group CEO to shape and deliver long-term strategy.
• Maintain high standards of product quality, technical expertise and customer service.

Skills

Senior management

Commercial leadership

Business development

Entrepreneurial mindset

Team leadership

Strategic thinking

Negotiation & relationship-building

Education

NVQ Level 2

Scottish NVQ Level 2

Job description

A Senior Business Leader position in the UK agricultural sector is being offered by Agricultural Recruitment Specialists. The role focuses on driving growth, developing markets and strengthening customer relationships within seeds and specialist agricultural products.

The candidate will report to the Group CEO and shape the company’s long-term strategy, while leading an experienced operational team. Hybrid/remote work with travel to East Anglia is expected.