Do you want to be more than just a number? This isn't a corporate machine with endless sign-off processes. People here know each other's names, and they all get on well and generally have a bit of a laugh and fun whilst delivering a great service for their customers.
We're working with a well-established, family-owned seed and grain business based in Lincolnshire. They've got strong market presence across the UK, but they've deliberately kept that independent, family feel. Big enough to compete. Small enough for your ideas to actually count.
It's a growing, ambitious business with a close-knit, relatively young team and a genuinely supportive culture. This means that you'll be recognised for your efforts, supported by the wider team and work in a fun and encouraging environment.
Think:
* Real momentum and clear growth plans. No waiting for a promotion that never lands.
* Proper progression opportunities (with diarised reviews, so you know where you're doing well and where you need to improve).
* A family-run feel including Christmas shutdowns built in.
* Employee events throughout the year.
* A caring environment, with active involvement with local charitable initiatives .
And you won't be walking into an empty desk, there's an existing book to take over and develop. An existing network in this field would be desirable, to grow and develop your client base.
The Role
This Farm Trader role offers real breadth and autonomy.
You'll be trading across:
* Combinable crops
* Specialist and niche crops
* Organics
It's a varied, commercially interesting role with multiple avenues to build value and relationships.
You'll work closely with senior leadership, but with the freedom to run your own patch, build your own reputation, and shape your portfolio. It's a real opportunity to make a name in the industry with the freedom to develop your career.
Support is also on offer to complete courses such as FACTS and BASIS.
What You'll Be Doing
* Taking ownership of an existing grower ledger and developing it
* Increasing contracted area and tonnage
* Identifying and securing new business opportunities
* Negotiating contracts and pricing agreements
* Selling seed and crop nutrition
* Building long-term, trusted relationships with farmers
* Bringing ideas to the table
What They're Looking For
* 2+ years' experience in grain buying, farm trading or agricultural sales
* Strong knowledge of seed and grain markets
* Confidence building and maintaining grower relationships
* A commercially driven, proactive mindset
Who'll Thrive Here
* Someone entrepreneurial but practical
* A natural relationship builder
* Self-motivated and comfortable working independently
* Ambitious and keen to progress as the business grows
* A team player who enjoys working in a positive, down-to-earth environment
The Package
* Competitive salary plus car or car allowance
* Company profit share
* Company bonus
* Private healthcare
* Generous holiday allowance
* Hybrid working
* Family-friendly flexibility
* Open to full or part-time applicants
If you're currently in a larger grain business and feel like a small cog in a big wheel, this could be your opportunity to step into something with more personality, more progression, and more impact.
For a confidential chat, call me, Hannah, on, email, or send a message on LinkedIn.
Don't worry if your CV isn't fully up to date. Just send what you have, and we'll take it from there.