Horticulture R&D Lead & GLP Facility Manager

Stockbridge Technology Centre Ltd; Cawood; Presencial; GBP 45.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Stockbridge Technology Centre Ltd, based in Cawood near Selby, North Yorkshire, seeks an experienced horticulturist to lead the Agronomy team and become the Test Facility Manager for GLP. You will manage a small team of Study Directors/Project Managers, ensure delivery of plant trials, liaise with clients, manage staff, and uphold STC’s high standards across GLP-compliant testing facilities.

You will oversee budgets, deadlines and data interpretation, while mentoring staff and exploring new

Formación

• Degree in Horticulture or equivalent industry experience.
• Proven experience managing R&D or applied research projects.
• Industry experience and connections with horticultural supply businesses.
• Knowledge of GLP or willingness to learn.
• Experience of line management and budget management.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines accurately.
• Excellent written and analytical skills, including report writing and data interpretation.
• Commercial awareness and the ability to identify new opportunities within the industry.

Responsabilidades

• Manage and deliver commercial R&D projects across protected and outdoor horticultural crops.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, building strong commercial relationships.
• Take on the role of site Test Facility Manager for GLP.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Study Directors/Project Managers.
• Oversee project budgets, timelines, and technical quality.
• Review, interpret, and present trial data and reports to clients.
• Identify opportunities for new services and business growth.

Conocimientos

Organisational skills

Analytical skills

Client liaison

Budget management

Team leadership

Project management

Data interpretation

Report writing

Educación

Degree in Horticulture or equivalent

Equivalent industry experience

Descripción del empleo

Stockbridge Technology Centre Ltd, based in Cawood near Selby, North Yorkshire, seeks an experienced horticulturist to lead the Agronomy team and become the Test Facility Manager for GLP. You will manage a small team of Study Directors/Project Managers, ensure delivery of plant trials, liaise with clients, manage staff, and uphold STC’s high standards across GLP-compliant testing facilities.

You will oversee budgets, deadlines and data interpretation, while mentoring staff and exploring new