Nursery Manager Are you passionate about plant production, organisation, and making sure the right plants are available at the right time? I'm seeking a Nursery Manager to take the lead in coordinating and optimising nursery programmes that support growing operations.
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This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives on planning, collaboration, and problem-solving within a dynamic horticultural environment.
Key Responsibilities Plan and organise plant production programmes with contracted nurseries Place and manage official plant orders using nursery scorecards Monitor plant availability and report shortages or delays to the Production Department Forecast future plant needs up to two years in advance to secure supply Oversee plant quality and manage plant claims where necessary Coordinate work with the Nursery Coordinator and ensure nursery protocols are followed Lead the development of the annual nursery budget Establish a communication network with backup nurseries to mitigate potential plant shortages Provide regular reporting and maintain strong relationships with nursery partners Throughout the year you'll evaluate and monitor plant performance across a range of crops, you'll assess plant quality, uniformity, packaging readiness, and cold-storage material to ensure the highest standards of supply.
You'll bring : Strong organisational and planning skills The ability to analyse issues and identify root causes A team-focused mindset and excellent communication skills Willingness to travel to nursery locations internationally as required A full driving licence Right to work in the UK Experience in horticulture, plant propagation, or nursery management would be highly advantageous Why Apply? This role offers the chance to influence plant supply strategy, build strong industry relationships, and contribute directly to the success of our growing operations
- Salary to £55k doe
- 25 days holiday plus bank holiday
- Pension contribution WR Engineering are the 1 recruitment partner for engineering, manufacturing & technical sales jobs.
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