Head of Harvesting and Marketing

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists; Scotland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK-based forestry management organisation is seeking a Head of Harvesting and Marketing in Dumfries. This role involves developing timber harvesting opportunities, managing projects, and working closely with clients and contractors. The ideal candidate will have strong commercial awareness, excellent communication skills, and experience in contractor management.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Generous pension scheme

Life assurance

Permanent health insurance

Private healthcare

Bonus scheme

Equity participation opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of the rural sector.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Experience in contractor management and project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Develop new timber harvesting and marketing opportunities.
• Work closely with the timber harvesting team, clients, and contractors.
• Contribute to the growth and innovation of the organisation’s services.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

IT skills

Contractor management

Health & safety awareness

Education

Professional membership of the Institute of Chartered Foresters

Job description

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Head of Harvesting and Marketing, Dumfries and Galloway

Location: Dumfries and Galloway, United Kingdom

Job Category: Marketing & PR

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference:

BF - 47955

Job Views:

4

Posted:

20.05.2025

Expiry Date:

04.07.2025

Job Description:

Head of Harvesting and Marketing – Dumfries - Company vehicle + Benefits

The Job:

A leading UK-based forestry management organisation is expanding its operations across Scotland and is currently seeking passionate and driven professionals to join its harvesting team. Positions available include a Senior Harvesting Manager for the Lochgilphead office and a Harvesting Manager for the Dumfries office.

You will work closely with the wider timber harvesting team, clients, contractors, and timber markets. Responsibilities will also include developing new timber harvesting and marketing opportunities and contributing to the growth and innovation of the organisation’s service offering.

The Company:

This well-established organisation offers a comprehensive range of forest, estate, and land-related services across the UK. With a strong employee-ownership model, it places a high value on professionalism, flexibility, and a client-focused approach. Its mission is to provide tailored forestry solutions that meet the unique objectives of each client.

The Candidate:

• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of the rural sector
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• The ability to identify, analyse, and solve problems
• Proficient IT skills
• Experience in contractor management and project delivery
• Awareness of health & safety protocols
• A full, valid UK driving licence
• Professional membership of the Institute of Chartered Foresters or commitment to work towards it is advantageous

The Package:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Company vehicle
• Generous pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Permanent health insurance
• Private healthcare
• Bonus scheme
• Equity participation opportunities

Please email your CV to Bradley Frost, Recruitment Delivery Consultant, [emailprotected].

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Salary Benefits:

Company vehicle + Benefits

Company Info

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists
Droitwich, West Midlands, United Kingdom

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