Business Development & Account Manager Horticulture Lincolnshire
The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below.
- hybrid options £DOE Bonus Love building relationships and driving growth? Looking for a role where your ideas shape the future of the business? Want to join a friendly, down-to-earth team in a growing horticulture company? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established, family-run trade nursery supplying trees, shrubs, and perennials to the landscaping and construction industries.
With over 30 acres of production, they combine UK and European sourcing with in-house growing to deliver top-quality plants to a wide range of clients
- from local landscapers and designers to national contractors and housebuilders.
Whats in it for you? Competitive salary (DOE) Bonus structure Hybrid working options Supportive, family-run environment with a business that values initiative and teamwork
- not rigid KPIs.
Real autonomy and the chance to make an impact.
A varied role covering sales, customer relationships, and plant advice.
Collaborative culture
- everyone pitches in when needed.
Opportunities to grow your career as the business expands.
The Role This brand-new position is all about growth
- helping this horticulture business reach new customers while strengthening existing relationships.
Youll be the link between customers, suppliers, and the nursery team
- driving new business opportunities and managing accounts to ensure exceptional service.
Day to day, youll: Proactively identify and develop new trade customers across the landscaping sector Build strong, long-term relationships with both new and existing clients Handle enquiries, prepare quotations, and follow up on orders Advise on plant availability, specifications, and suitable alternatives Work closely with the nursery and operations teams to ensure smooth order flow Coordinate with suppliers and logistics to meet customer deadlines Contribute to marketing activity
- from promotions to social media updates Help maintain stock awareness and order accuracy using internal systems (Growmaster) Take a flexible, hands-on approach, supporting colleagues where needed This isnt a cold-calling role
- its about strategic outreach, relationship building, and spotting opportunities to grow sales.
About You A commercial mindset with proven ability to develop business and manage accounts Strong horticulture knowledge
- confident advising customers on plant selection Experience in one or more of the following: Nursery trade sales or buying Commercial growing or plant production Landscaping with plant sourcing experience Excellent communication and relationship-building skills Comfortable using IT systems and Excel Whats Next? If youre ready to take the next step in your horticulture career and join a business that values teamwork, trust, and great customer relationships
- wed love to hear from you.
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