Yard Team Leader

Mole Valley Farmers Limited; Liskeard; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Mole Valley Farmers Limited seeks a dynamic individual for a full-time managerial position in Liskeard, focusing on team leadership within the agricultural sector. This role offers a chance for genuine career progression with training opportunities and attractive employee benefits. Ideal candidates will possess solid agricultural knowledge and management experience, contributing to business growth and customer satisfaction.

Benefits

Scottish Widows contributory Pension – company matches up to 5%

Up to 25% staff discount in store

Free parking on site

33 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays

Excellent training and development opportunities

Plenty of career progression opportunities

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme with Retail Trust

Qualifications

• Broad knowledge of UK agriculture from on-farm experience or qualifications.
• At least two years of supervisory experience.
• Disciplined management of customer interactions.

Responsibilities

• Organize and motivate a team to achieve business growth.
• Manage sales budgets and build customer relationships.
• Train and develop team knowledge on products and services.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Sales Development

Education

Agricultural Qualification

Job description

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Do you have a passion for the agricultural sector?

An exciting opportunity to join a company that offers genuine progression, training, and personal development opportunities.

Where could a career with Mole take you?

This is a Full time permanent position, working 37.5 hours per week in our Liskeard store.

About the role:

To organise, oversee and motivate team to deliver business growth with an in depth understanding of all company products and services and are equipped with industry knowledge to sell them.

You will use your excellent people and problem-solving skills to build strong relationships with customers, taking responsibility for the sales budget, conduct research and stay on top of industry trends. You will build a knowledgeable and proactive team who's training is up to date. You will take the lead of resolving all issues.

What we’re looking for:

• Possessing a broad knowledge of UK agriculture either from practical on-farm experience and/or an agricultural qualification, you will be a natural communicator who can take a broad view of the farm to recommend the most suitable products and services instore.
• At least two years proven supervisory/management experience within a comparable role
• You will be confident in helping develop sales to existing members and attracting new members where possible and encouraging the use of services offered by Mole Valley Farmers.
• You will be disciplined and organised in the management of your customers by planning your in store calls, structuring your prospecting activity, and delivering exceptional customer service.
• A RAMA (AMTRA) qualification is beneficial but not essential.

In return, we can offer an environment where you can really thrive, with the learning and development to get ahead. Plus, some great benefits including:

• Scottish Widows contributory Pension – company will match up to 5%
• Up to 25% staff discount in store
• Free parking on site
• 33 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Plenty of career progression opportunities
• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme with Retail Trust

Please note, this vacancy may close prior to the expiry date if we have received a suitable number of applications.