Senior Agriculture Manager

TN United Kingdom; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Agriculture Manager to lead a dynamic team in Peterborough. This strategic role involves fostering relationships with growers and industry partners while driving commercial objectives. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge of the agricultural sector, strong leadership skills, and a solution-oriented mindset. With a focus on innovation and collaboration, this position offers the opportunity to shape the future of sugar beet cultivation and contribute to a thriving agricultural community. Join a company committed to inclusivity and professional growth.

Benefits

Company Car

Staff Discounts

Training and Support

Opportunities for Progression

Qualifications

• Experience in the agricultural sector with a focus on leadership.
• Strong relationship-building skills with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach a team of Agriculture Managers.
• Develop and implement commercial strategies for sugar beet.

Skills

Agricultural Industry Knowledge

Leadership and Management

Strategic Thinking

Relationship Building

Microsoft Office Suite

Solution-led Approach

Adaptability

Tools

Microsoft Office

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Senior Agriculture Manager, Peterborough

Client:

British Sugar

Location:

Peterborough, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Agriculture

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

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Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

Job Description:

Job Purpose

Reporting to the Head of Commercial Agriculture, you will be an integral member of the function working closely with the wider Agriculture team. Leading and coaching a team of Agriculture Managers, you will ensure we maintain strong long-lasting relationships with our Growers and Industry Partners.

This is a critically strategic role within our business in promoting sugar beet as a crop of choice.

What you will be doing

• Develop and coach your team to become more commercially astute and flexible
• Role modelling how working with growers will identify opportunities to develop and deliver against commercial objectives
• Actively contribute to the commercial strategy of Agriculture and the development of strategic plans
• Participate in idea generation of commercial offerings to Sugar Beet Growers
• Responsible for LimeX sales for you and your team to meet agreed targets

Skills and Experience

• Knowledge of wider Agricultural industry with the skills and ability to adapt your style
• Leadership and management experience with a variety of stakeholders
• Strategic thinking and perspective
• You are open-minded, with the ability and willingness to embrace change
• Someone who takes a solution-led approach to their work
• You are an excellent relationship builder
• You know how to use Microsoft’s suite of tools
• You live our values every day by Staying Safe, Driving to Action, Working Together, Respecting Each Other, Being Open & Flexible
• And of course – a full UK Driving License is essential

What can you expect from us?

• Competitive Salary based on experience
• Company Car
• Staff discounts through “My Staff Shop”
• We can offer you training, support, and opportunities for progression to take your career further

How to Apply?

If you’re interested, please visit the careers page to apply for this role.

We are committed to creating an environment where all our people are treated with respect and given the opportunities to succeed. We want British Sugar to be a great, inclusive place to work for everyone.

A NOTE FOR RECRUITMENT AGENCIES: We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a preferred supplier list for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch directly if we need you!

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