Operations & Growing Manager Soft Fruit Somerset This isn't just another growing job. It's your opportunity to play a key role in a sustainable farming project that's changing the way fresh produce is grown in the UK - with clear progression as the business scales up. Backed by established growers and the energy sector, they're approaching vertical farming from a different angle - not just as agriculture, but as part of the energy industry. After four years of successful trials and close collaboration with customers, they're now ready to take the next step. You'll be joining at a pivotal time, with the chance to be part of something truly exciting. The Role You'll take ownership of their pilot site in Somerset, making sure daily operations run smoothly while also playing a central role in shaping their first large-scale commercial facility. Working closely with the founder and a team of experienced growers and agronomists, you'll have plenty of support as you develop in the role. Your responsibilities will include: Managing site operations including lighting, irrigation, fertigation, harvest, and labour. Running structured crop trials and analysing data to inform large-scale processes. Writing, rolling out, and improving SOPs for growing and site operations. Maintaining compliance and supporting audits. Leading daily meetings, shift planning, and ensuring accurate record keeping. Monitoring KPIs (yield, energy use, cost per kg, labour efficiency) and driving improvements. Supporting the design and set-up of a new commercial facility. This role will evolve quickly - within 12-18 months, you could be stepping up into a bigger leadership position as the business scales. About you Experience in commercial growing - glasshouse or vertical farming. Soft fruit would be a bonus, but transferable crop knowledge is just as valuable. Data confident - able to use Excel to analyse results and make decisions. Comfortable with processes and compliance - ideally with HACCP/BRCGS or similar. Proactive, resilient, and self-sufficient - someone who spots issues early and takes ownership. A strong communicator who enjoys working across technical and growing teams. Trials experience would be beneficial but not essential. Ability to relocate - their commercial site is likely to be based in the Midlands, so you'll be able to move as this develops. What's in it for you? A rare chance to join a business tackling both food security and sustainability. Career progression - this role has real potential for promotion within 2 years. Competitive salary Be part of a small, passionate, and supportive team where your input really matters. How to Apply For an informal chat, call Sarah on (phone number removed), email (url removed), or drop me a message on LinkedIn. Don't worry if your CV isn't up to date-just send what you have, and we'll take it from there.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Operations & Growing Manager Soft Fruit Somerset This isn't just another growing job. It's your opportunity to play a key role in a sustainable farming project that's changing the way fresh produce is grown in the UK - with clear progression as the business scales up. Backed by established growers and the energy sector, they're approaching vertical farming from a different angle - not just as agriculture, but as part of the energy industry. After four years of successful trials and close collaboration with customers, they're now ready to take the next step. You'll be joining at a pivotal time, with the chance to be part of something truly exciting. The Role You'll take ownership of their pilot site in Somerset, making sure daily operations run smoothly while also playing a central role in shaping their first large-scale commercial facility. Working closely with the founder and a team of experienced growers and agronomists, you'll have plenty of support as you develop in the role. Your responsibilities will include: Managing site operations including lighting, irrigation, fertigation, harvest, and labour. Running structured crop trials and analysing data to inform large-scale processes. Writing, rolling out, and improving SOPs for growing and site operations. Maintaining compliance and supporting audits. Leading daily meetings, shift planning, and ensuring accurate record keeping. Monitoring KPIs (yield, energy use, cost per kg, labour efficiency) and driving improvements. Supporting the design and set-up of a new commercial facility. This role will evolve quickly - within 12-18 months, you could be stepping up into a bigger leadership position as the business scales. About you Experience in commercial growing - glasshouse or vertical farming. Soft fruit would be a bonus, but transferable crop knowledge is just as valuable. Data confident - able to use Excel to analyse results and make decisions. Comfortable with processes and compliance - ideally with HACCP/BRCGS or similar. Proactive, resilient, and self-sufficient - someone who spots issues early and takes ownership. A strong communicator who enjoys working across technical and growing teams. Trials experience would be beneficial but not essential. Ability to relocate - their commercial site is likely to be based in the Midlands, so you'll be able to move as this develops. What's in it for you? A rare chance to join a business tackling both food security and sustainability. Career progression - this role has real potential for promotion within 2 years. Competitive salary Be part of a small, passionate, and supportive team where your input really matters. How to Apply For an informal chat, call Sarah on (phone number removed), email (url removed), or drop me a message on LinkedIn. Don't worry if your CV isn't up to date-just send what you have, and we'll take it from there.
If you're an experienced Agronomist who's tired of being pushed to sell products you don't fully believe in, this is your chance to break away from the corporate script. We're working with a well-established, independent agronomy business that lets you work the way you know works best. No pressure to push products. No pointless box-ticking. Just honest, practical agronomy and the freedom to run your own client base. This business is growing and investing in its future - and yours. They're looking for another Agronomist to join their close-knit team, where everyone's voice counts. If leadership is on your radar, there's a genuine path to progress here. You'll have the autonomy to build your client relationships your way, with the backing and resources of a highly respected name in the industry. What We're Looking For: Our client are after a confident, knowledgeable Agronomist who wants more control over how they work - someone who's not only technically solid but also genuinely values long-term relationships with growers. You'll need to be comfortable managing your own workload and making independent decisions that are in your clients' best interests, not the company's product line. You should have: • Proven experience as an Agronomist, with a track record of supporting arable clients - ideally across a mix of cropping systems. • A strong existing client base (or the ability to bring one with you). You'll be supported to grow it further, but you'll need a solid starting point. • FACTS and BASIS qualified • A good understanding of the challenges facing UK arable farming, particularly around environmental pressures, policy changes, and market volatility. • A self-motivated, proactive approach - this role isn't micromanaged, so you'll need to be comfortable managing your own time and priorities. • Ideally, some experience or interest in regenerative or sustainable agriculture - many of the clients are leaning in this direction, and our client is supporting them on that journey. What You'll Be Doing: This is a hands-on, grower-first role where you'll be trusted to work in a way that suits your clients and your own professional style. • Providing independent agronomic advice to a portfolio of arable clients - from crop planning to nutrient management and pest control strategies. • Visiting farms regularly, building close relationships and offering practical, data-driven guidance throughout the growing season. • Tailoring recommendations based on soil health, environmental needs, crop objectives, and farm-specific goals - not what's sitting in a warehouse. • Staying up to date with industry developments, environmental legislation, and best practices - and passing that knowledge on to your clients in plain English. • Contributing to the wider team's success - whether that's mentoring junior agronomists, contributing to trials, or helping shape the direction of the business. • Managing your own diary and client relationships, with the support of a small but highly experienced team behind you. How do I apply? For more information and an informal confidential discussion please call Ollie O'Driscoll on: or e-mail your CV and covering letter To . Thank you. De Lacy Executive will upload your CV to our database and retain some data about you in order to process your application. More information about our processing activities can be found at . Please be assured that all contact is treated in complete confidence and your details will not be passed to a third party without your prior permission. Please note that this advertisement is not a job description and you should satisfy yourself about the full details at interview. De Lacy Executive is an Approved member of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation, which promotes high standards in recruitment practice, and is registered with the Information Commissioners Office. De Lacy Executive complies with all relevant data protection legislation.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
If you're an experienced Agronomist who's tired of being pushed to sell products you don't fully believe in, this is your chance to break away from the corporate script. We're working with a well-established, independent agronomy business that lets you work the way you know works best. No pressure to push products. No pointless box-ticking. Just honest, practical agronomy and the freedom to run your own client base. This business is growing and investing in its future - and yours. They're looking for another Agronomist to join their close-knit team, where everyone's voice counts. If leadership is on your radar, there's a genuine path to progress here. You'll have the autonomy to build your client relationships your way, with the backing and resources of a highly respected name in the industry. What We're Looking For: Our client are after a confident, knowledgeable Agronomist who wants more control over how they work - someone who's not only technically solid but also genuinely values long-term relationships with growers. You'll need to be comfortable managing your own workload and making independent decisions that are in your clients' best interests, not the company's product line. You should have: • Proven experience as an Agronomist, with a track record of supporting arable clients - ideally across a mix of cropping systems. • A strong existing client base (or the ability to bring one with you). You'll be supported to grow it further, but you'll need a solid starting point. • FACTS and BASIS qualified • A good understanding of the challenges facing UK arable farming, particularly around environmental pressures, policy changes, and market volatility. • A self-motivated, proactive approach - this role isn't micromanaged, so you'll need to be comfortable managing your own time and priorities. • Ideally, some experience or interest in regenerative or sustainable agriculture - many of the clients are leaning in this direction, and our client is supporting them on that journey. What You'll Be Doing: This is a hands-on, grower-first role where you'll be trusted to work in a way that suits your clients and your own professional style. • Providing independent agronomic advice to a portfolio of arable clients - from crop planning to nutrient management and pest control strategies. • Visiting farms regularly, building close relationships and offering practical, data-driven guidance throughout the growing season. • Tailoring recommendations based on soil health, environmental needs, crop objectives, and farm-specific goals - not what's sitting in a warehouse. • Staying up to date with industry developments, environmental legislation, and best practices - and passing that knowledge on to your clients in plain English. • Contributing to the wider team's success - whether that's mentoring junior agronomists, contributing to trials, or helping shape the direction of the business. • Managing your own diary and client relationships, with the support of a small but highly experienced team behind you. How do I apply? For more information and an informal confidential discussion please call Ollie O'Driscoll on: or e-mail your CV and covering letter To . Thank you. De Lacy Executive will upload your CV to our database and retain some data about you in order to process your application. More information about our processing activities can be found at . Please be assured that all contact is treated in complete confidence and your details will not be passed to a third party without your prior permission. Please note that this advertisement is not a job description and you should satisfy yourself about the full details at interview. De Lacy Executive is an Approved member of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation, which promotes high standards in recruitment practice, and is registered with the Information Commissioners Office. De Lacy Executive complies with all relevant data protection legislation.
We're working with a forward-thinking agtech company developing sustainable crop protection solutions. They're now expanding into the UK and looking for their first UK-based team member a confident and capable Sales Manager to help establish their presence and build strong relationships with growers and partners. About the role: This is a varied and hands-on position where you'll be responsible for introducing the company's technology to UK growers, supporting them through the sales process, and ensuring they get the most out of the product throughout the season. You'll be the main point of contact for customers offering advice, running demos, and making sure everything runs smoothly from first contact to in-field support. Key Responsibilities: • Build and manage relationships with growers, agronomists, and research partners • Deliver product demos and manage the full sales process • Support customers with onboarding, training, and seasonal technical advice • Visit farms to monitor product use and ensure smooth integration • Coordinate logistics, installations, and support with internal teams • Share UK market insights to guide product and strategy development What We're Looking For: • 3-5 years' experience in ag sales, customer success, or account management • Solid understanding of UK farming, crop cycles, and grower needs • Confident communicator, able to explain technical concepts clearly • Self-motivated, organised, and happy to travel regularly • Comfortable using CRM and following a structured sales processes • Experience with strawberries or soft fruit would be a real advantage • Entrepreneurial mindset What you'll get: • A competitive salary depending on your experience. • Car allowance • Development and Training opportunity • A supportive team and a role where you can really shape the future of the companies presence in the UK How do I apply? For more information and an informal confidential discussion please call Ollie O'Driscoll on: or e-mail your CV and covering letter To . Thank you. De Lacy Executive will upload your CV to our database and retain some data about you in order to process your application. More information about our processing activities can be found at . Please be assured that all contact is treated in complete confidence and your details will not be passed to a third party without your prior permission. Please note that this advertisement is not a job description and you should satisfy yourself about the full details at interview. De Lacy Executive is an Approved member of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation, which promotes high standards in recruitment practice, and is registered with the Information Commissioners Office. De Lacy Executive complies with all relevant data protection legislation.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
We're working with a forward-thinking agtech company developing sustainable crop protection solutions. They're now expanding into the UK and looking for their first UK-based team member a confident and capable Sales Manager to help establish their presence and build strong relationships with growers and partners. About the role: This is a varied and hands-on position where you'll be responsible for introducing the company's technology to UK growers, supporting them through the sales process, and ensuring they get the most out of the product throughout the season. You'll be the main point of contact for customers offering advice, running demos, and making sure everything runs smoothly from first contact to in-field support. Key Responsibilities: • Build and manage relationships with growers, agronomists, and research partners • Deliver product demos and manage the full sales process • Support customers with onboarding, training, and seasonal technical advice • Visit farms to monitor product use and ensure smooth integration • Coordinate logistics, installations, and support with internal teams • Share UK market insights to guide product and strategy development What We're Looking For: • 3-5 years' experience in ag sales, customer success, or account management • Solid understanding of UK farming, crop cycles, and grower needs • Confident communicator, able to explain technical concepts clearly • Self-motivated, organised, and happy to travel regularly • Comfortable using CRM and following a structured sales processes • Experience with strawberries or soft fruit would be a real advantage • Entrepreneurial mindset What you'll get: • A competitive salary depending on your experience. • Car allowance • Development and Training opportunity • A supportive team and a role where you can really shape the future of the companies presence in the UK How do I apply? For more information and an informal confidential discussion please call Ollie O'Driscoll on: or e-mail your CV and covering letter To . Thank you. De Lacy Executive will upload your CV to our database and retain some data about you in order to process your application. More information about our processing activities can be found at . Please be assured that all contact is treated in complete confidence and your details will not be passed to a third party without your prior permission. Please note that this advertisement is not a job description and you should satisfy yourself about the full details at interview. De Lacy Executive is an Approved member of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation, which promotes high standards in recruitment practice, and is registered with the Information Commissioners Office. De Lacy Executive complies with all relevant data protection legislation.
Operations & Growing Manager Soft Fruit Somerset This isn't just another growing job. It's your opportunity to play a key role in a sustainable farming project that's changing the way fresh produce is grown in the UK - with clear progression as the business scales up. Backed by established growers and the energy sector, they're approaching vertical farming from a different angle - not just as agriculture, but as part of the energy industry. After four years of successful trials and close collaboration with customers, they're now ready to take the next step. You'll be joining at a pivotal time, with the chance to be part of something truly exciting. The Role You'll take ownership of their pilot site in Somerset, making sure daily operations run smoothly while also playing a central role in shaping their first large-scale commercial facility. Working closely with the founder and a team of experienced growers and agronomists, you'll have plenty of support as you develop in the role. Your responsibilities will include: Managing site operations including lighting, irrigation, fertigation, harvest, and labour. Running structured crop trials and analysing data to inform large-scale processes. Writing, rolling out, and improving SOPs for growing and site operations. Maintaining compliance and supporting audits. Leading daily meetings, shift planning, and ensuring accurate record keeping. Monitoring KPIs (yield, energy use, cost per kg, labour efficiency) and driving improvements. Supporting the design and set-up of a new commercial facility. This role will evolve quickly - within 12-18 months, you could be stepping up into a bigger leadership position as the business scales. About you Experience in commercial growing - glasshouse or vertical farming. Soft fruit would be a bonus, but transferable crop knowledge is just as valuable. Data confident - able to use Excel to analyse results and make decisions. Comfortable with processes and compliance - ideally with HACCP/BRCGS or similar. Proactive, resilient, and self-sufficient - someone who spots issues early and takes ownership. A strong communicator who enjoys working across technical and growing teams. Trials experience would be beneficial but not essential. Ability to relocate - their commercial site is likely to be based in the Midlands, so you'll be able to move as this develops. What's in it for you? A rare chance to join a business tackling both food security and sustainability. Career progression - this role has real potential for promotion within 2 years. Competitive salary Be part of a small, passionate, and supportive team where your input really matters. How to Apply For an informal chat, call Sarah on , email , or drop me a message on LinkedIn. Don't worry if your CV isn't up to date-just send what you have, and we'll take it from there.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Operations & Growing Manager Soft Fruit Somerset This isn't just another growing job. It's your opportunity to play a key role in a sustainable farming project that's changing the way fresh produce is grown in the UK - with clear progression as the business scales up. Backed by established growers and the energy sector, they're approaching vertical farming from a different angle - not just as agriculture, but as part of the energy industry. After four years of successful trials and close collaboration with customers, they're now ready to take the next step. You'll be joining at a pivotal time, with the chance to be part of something truly exciting. The Role You'll take ownership of their pilot site in Somerset, making sure daily operations run smoothly while also playing a central role in shaping their first large-scale commercial facility. Working closely with the founder and a team of experienced growers and agronomists, you'll have plenty of support as you develop in the role. Your responsibilities will include: Managing site operations including lighting, irrigation, fertigation, harvest, and labour. Running structured crop trials and analysing data to inform large-scale processes. Writing, rolling out, and improving SOPs for growing and site operations. Maintaining compliance and supporting audits. Leading daily meetings, shift planning, and ensuring accurate record keeping. Monitoring KPIs (yield, energy use, cost per kg, labour efficiency) and driving improvements. Supporting the design and set-up of a new commercial facility. This role will evolve quickly - within 12-18 months, you could be stepping up into a bigger leadership position as the business scales. About you Experience in commercial growing - glasshouse or vertical farming. Soft fruit would be a bonus, but transferable crop knowledge is just as valuable. Data confident - able to use Excel to analyse results and make decisions. Comfortable with processes and compliance - ideally with HACCP/BRCGS or similar. Proactive, resilient, and self-sufficient - someone who spots issues early and takes ownership. A strong communicator who enjoys working across technical and growing teams. Trials experience would be beneficial but not essential. Ability to relocate - their commercial site is likely to be based in the Midlands, so you'll be able to move as this develops. What's in it for you? A rare chance to join a business tackling both food security and sustainability. Career progression - this role has real potential for promotion within 2 years. Competitive salary Be part of a small, passionate, and supportive team where your input really matters. How to Apply For an informal chat, call Sarah on , email , or drop me a message on LinkedIn. Don't worry if your CV isn't up to date-just send what you have, and we'll take it from there.
