Senior Fruit Agronomist – Tropical Fruit

Redfox Executive Selection Limited; West Devon; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Fruit Agronomist to enhance tropical fruit production through innovative practices. This role offers the opportunity to lead development projects, improve agronomic practices, and collaborate with suppliers to ensure optimal crop performance. With a focus on sustainability and commercial success, you will play a crucial role in shaping the future of fruit agronomy. Join a recognized fresh produce brand and make a significant impact in the field while enjoying a competitive salary and benefits package. If you are passionate about fruit crop development and have the expertise to drive change, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Opportunity for travel

Impactful work in global agronomy

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in the fresh produce/fruit sector.
• Hands-on farming experience with deep agronomic knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead fruit development projects to enhance production.
• Oversee agronomic practices and provide team training.
• Collaborate with suppliers to improve yield and sustainability.

Skills

Agronomy

Soil Science

Plant Nutrition

Sustainable Farming

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Commercial Acumen

Tropical Fruits Expertise

Education

Degree in Agriculture

Degree in Crop Husbandry

Degree in Plant Physiology

Job description

Senior Fruit Agronomist – Tropical Fruit

Job reference: 5907IR Job type: Agronomy Duration: Permanent Location: Agile Home/Office Working / UK - East Midlands Skills required: Agronomy / Agronomy/Advisory / Farming / Growing Qualifications: Degree Sector: Fresh Produce / Agriculture / Horticulture Salary: ££ To Attract The Best

Are you an experienced agronomist with a passion for fruit crop development?

Do you have expertise in soil science, plant nutrition, and sustainable farming? If so, we want you to join our award-winning client as their Senior Fruit Agronomist!

About the Role

As a Senior Fruit Agronomist, you will play a vital role in enhancing fruit production through cutting-edge agronomic practices. You will lead development projects across multiple sites, ensuring optimal crop performance, sustainability, and commercial success.

Key Responsibilities

1. Fruit Development Projects: Lead the enhancement of watermelon, mango, pomegranate, and strawberry production, including varietal development.
2. Agronomy Support: Oversee and improve agronomic practices across the business, providing training and guidance to agronomy teams.
3. Supplier & Site Management: Collaborate with suppliers and farm sites to improve yield, quality, and sustainability.
4. Procurement & Commercial Support: Assist procurement teams in discussions with major retailers by offering expert insight into crop quality and supply chain challenges.
5. Best Practice Implementation: Adapt and integrate global best practices for fruit crop management across different environments.
6. Data & Performance Analysis: Establish and use data collection systems to optimize productivity, climate adaptation, and sustainability efforts.
7. Farm Improvement & Monitoring: Develop strategies for monitoring and improving farming operations.
8. Capex Justification: Recommend and justify investment in new agricultural technologies and infrastructure.

What We’re Looking For

Education & Experience:

Degree in Agriculture, Crop Husbandry, Plant Physiology, or related fields (or equivalent applied experience).

10+ years’ experience in the fresh produce/fruit sector.

Hands-on farming experience with a deep understanding of agronomic advancements.

Skills & Knowledge:

Strong expertise in tropical fruits (mango, passion fruit, papaya), melons, and pomegranates.

In-depth knowledge of crop quality parameters and varietal development.

Data analysis and numeracy skills for agricultural performance assessment.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for supplier and stakeholder engagement.

Commercial acumen with confidence in liaising with retailers and buyers.

Willingness to travel extensively.

Languages: Spanish, Portuguese, or French (desirable but not essential).

Additional Requirements

Valid passport & driver’s license
Flexibility to travel and work non-standard hours.

Why Join?

Opportunity to work with an internationally recognized fresh produce brand.
Be at the forefront of sustainable and innovative fruit production.
Competitive salary and benefits package.
A chance to make a real impact in global agronomy.

Get your application in without delay via this website quoting 5907IR or for a confidential chat, give Ian Reed at Redfox a call.