Commercial Executive
2 days ago
Aston
UK Commercial Lead Seed PotatoesThis role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship the successful applicant must have existing Right to Work in the UK.Are you an experienced seed potato professional ready to take ownership of a UK commercial operation and shape its future growth?Do you have a strong UK potato industry network and the commercial drive to grow seed sales and develop new market opportunities?Are you looking for a senior, autonomous role where you can lead UK commercial strategy while staying close to growers, customers and the potato supply chain?Location of the Job:UK Based Home & Field-BasedSalary & Benefits Package:Competitive salary and benefits packageFlexible and autonomous working approach with travel across key UK potato growing regionsOpportunity for international travelOpportunity to establish, develop and lead the UK commercial operation of an established European potato breeding and seed businessAbout the Company:Our client is a highly established European potato breeding and seed business with a strong reputation for quality, innovation and variety development.Operating internationally, the organisation breeds, multiplies and distributes an extensive portfolio of potato varieties across table, processing and specialist markets.As part of its continued international growth strategy, the company is investing in the development of its UK presence, building upon existing customer relationships while developing new commercial opportunities, seed supply and multiplication partnerships across the UK market.UK Commercial Lead The Job Role Details:An exciting opportunity has arisen for a UK Commercial Lead Seed Potatoes to lead and develop the company's UK commercial operation.This is a rare senior-level opportunity to take genuine ownership of the UK market, with significant autonomy to help shape the commercial strategy and future direction of the business.You will be responsible for driving seed potato sales, developing existing and new customer relationships, establishing supply and multiplication partnerships and supporting the successful introduction and commercial development of potato varieties within the UK.Working closely with the wider European business, you will combine strategic commercial leadership with a hands-on presence across growers, customers and the wider UK potato supply chain.Key Responsibilities:Drive sales and commercial growth of seed potato varieties across the UK marketDevelop and manage relationships with growers, seed producers, packers, processors and key industry stakeholdersManage and grow existing customer accounts while identifying and securing new commercial opportunitiesDevelop opportunities across seed production, multiplication and end marketsIdentify and develop relationships with UK seed growers and multiplication partnersEstablish and develop the company's UK commercial operation and supply chainCoordinate UK seed availability, logistics, commercial planning and market developmentOrganise and oversee UK variety trials in collaboration with growersProvide commercial and technical insight on variety performance and positioningSupport the introduction and commercial development of new varieties within the UKRepresent the business at industry events and within key potato industry networksMonitor UK market trends, competitor activity and customer requirementsAct as the UK commercial lead, providing market insight and contributing to the long-term strategy of the businessEssential Candidate Skills & Experience:Strong commercial and sales background within the potato industryProven experience within the seed potato sector, ideally encompassing breeding, seed production, multiplication, trading or variety developmentEstablished network within the UK potato supply chainStrong understanding of seed potato production, multiplication and commercial marketsGood knowledge of potato varieties, variety performance and commercialisationProven ability to develop new commercial opportunities and long-term customer relationshipsExcellent relationship-building and negotiation skillsCommercially driven, self-motivated and comfortable taking ownership of a developing marketAbility to operate both strategically and hands-onComfortable working autonomously within a home and field-based positionWillingness to travel across the UK and internationally when requiredDesirable:Knowledge of UK potato variety trials and agronomyExperience working directly with seed growers and multiplication programmesUnderstanding of table, packing and processing potato marketsExperience of international seed potato marketsExposure to European potato breeders, seed houses or genetics businessesPrevious senior commercial or leadership experienceHow to Apply:Please click on the apply now button. As we are a specialist recruitment business within the Agricultural and Farming industry, all applicants must hold an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2, or an equivalent qualification relevant to the role.Key Words:UK Commercial Lead, Commercial Director, Commercial Manager, Head of Commercial, Seed Potatoes, Potato Industry, Seed Potato Sales, Potato Breeding, Potato Varieties, Seed Production, Seed Multiplication, Business Development, Agriculture Jobs, UK Farming, Agronomy, Crop Production, Sales Manager, Supply ChainWe thank all applicants who apply for this role; however, only those shortlisted for interview will be contacted. 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