GTN Xtra - GTN Xtra - Issue 27 2015 - Technical Manager/Buyer

Our client is a leading packet seed company who are looking for an enthusiastic, creative and experienced Technical Manager / Buyer to join their team

Description and purpose of role:

To be responsible for the cost effective purchase of seed and packaging materials to meet agreed company objectives.
To evaluate new seed lines and make recommendations to the business.
To oversee all technical, seed buying and storage, seed QC and trials ground activities.

Key duties/responsibilities :

Responsible for the purchase of seed in a timely and cost effective manner.
To purchase seed paper packets and liaise with the main supplier to the maximum benefit for the company.
Demonstrate technical /gardening skills and company product knowledge.
Develop an annual purchase plan aiming to minimise stocks, and reduce obsolescence and wastage.
Source new seed products and maintain good relationships with suppliers
Budget management. To deliver all activity within the agreed budget.
To ensure the quality of seed and packaging through adequate QC and trialing procedures.
To maintain an annual growing trial to evaluate stocks and provide marketing support.
To provide technical support to other departments within the company as appropriate but including sales, marketing and customer services.
To develop and implement a company-wide plan to push seed product, working with all departments for its execution.

Specific requirements:

To adhere to company policies and procedures
To comply with health and safety requirements ensuring your safety and that of your colleagues
To take on other related duties as required
To act with professionalism and have a committed approach to your work
To undertake such training as may be required to fulfil your role in line with company expectations.

Please submit your CV in the first instance or to discuss further call Dianne Saunders at MorePeople on 07929 013910

GTN May 2015

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