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Position

Account Manager (Seed Technology)

The successful candidate must be able to communicate effectively, have excellent attention to detail and excellent literacy and numeracy skills. Commercial awareness and account management skills are also a key part of the role and should be demonstrable by the successful candidate. You must be equally capable of working alone or as part of a team with an ability to remain calm and focussed when working under pressure. There will also be business travel both within the UK and Europe as part of the role.

Location

Spalding, Lincolnshire

Job summary:

 

Build and maintain strong supplier and customer relationships. Support the Head of Seed Technology to develop and increase the business in the UK and for export. Work with supplier and colleagues to develop new products/areas of expertise and take them to market. Contribute to the business plan for the Seed Technology business unit.

 

Responsibilities:

 

  1. Build key long-term relationships with key customers and suppliers
  2. Develop the annual sales plan and budget for seed Technology sales and communicate the progress to Head of Department on a regular basis
  3. Using technical knowledge and understanding of seed treatments to help drive team strategy, initiatives, and sales
  4. Represent the company and operate as lead point for managing key 3rd party seed treatment customers and develop a long-term trusted advisor relationship, interpreting client’s requests and ensuring they are fulfilled wherever possible
  5. Implement strategic plans for Seed Technology and work with Head of Department to set and meet financial targets and drive business for existing technologies e.g. seed hygiene methods and seed treatments in new areas / new species in close collaboration with ‘Business Development team’ and contributing to the overall growth of the company
  6. Work closely with Marketing to help drive the promotion of Elsoms seed treatment and seed testing services to customers in UK/overseas and contributing to all activities including, but not limited too, open days, conferences and grower meetings
  7. Using product and market knowledge, support the logistics team with accurate prognosis and forecasts of customer requirements.

The position

Experience and qualifications:

 

  • Experience working in agriculture or related industry
  • Key account experience and/or long-term customer relationship management
  • Experience working in technical production, promotion, sales or customer service
  • Knowledge of client relationship management (CRM) applications
  • Degree in relevant subject is desirable or equivalent by experience
  • PA 1 qualification
  • BASIS (seed sellers) qualification.

 

Please send your application form and CV to Margaret Desoyza (, or Margaret.Desoyza@elsoms.com)

Deadline for applications: 10/05/2021


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Job Description

Position

PRODUCTION OPERATIVE

We are currently recruiting for two (2) Production Operatives, working as part of our Seed Technology team.

Location

Spalding, Lincolnshire
JOB SUMMARY:
Working under the supervision of the Team Leader as part of the Seed Technology team to provide a quality service by using a range of equipment efficiently and effectively according to written protocols, procedures and safe systems of work.
1. Work under guidance of the Team Leader and/or Production & Logistics Manager to ensure best use of materials and best product
2. Carry out tasks according to Microsoft Dynamic NAV diary list and schedule, maintain inventory and apply products according to NAV task instructions and protocols
3. Complete daily safety checks on equipment associated to seed treatment operations
4. Take responsibility for keeping working areas clean and tidy and follow Health and Safety guidelines. Make suggestions for safer working practices
5. Assist with any other reasonable request in order to fulfil business / production requirements

The position

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience working in a production environment
  • PA1 and PA11 qualifications preferred but full training will be given
  • English and Maths GCSE’s or equivalent
  • Forklift license preferred but full training will be given

We are looking for someone who can operate a range of production equipment with a high level of attention to detail. The successful candidate needs to be able to communicate well at all levels and handle routine tasks and procedures whilst working alone or as part of a team with an ability to remain calm and focused when working under pressure. Good planning and organising skills are essential with good levels of literacy and numeracy skills.

You should have a can-do attitude, be reliable, punctual and able to work in a physically demanding environment.

A flexible approach to working hours is required, especially when there are high demands for production output during the Winter / Spring seasons. You may also be required to assist in our Trials and Warehouse operations as required.

If you would like to apply, please complete or request an internal application form from Margaret De Soyza (Contact: extension 5043 or email hr@elsoms.com)

Please send your application form and CV to Margaret De Soyza (01775 715000, or hr@elsoms.com)

Deadline for applications: 18/06/2021


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Job Description

Position

Production Operative (Warehouse)

The successful candidate will be working as part of the Warehouse team to provide a quality service to all customers based upon the information supplied through the order placement process. General duties include seed cleaning / grading and receiving / despatching of orders.

Location

Spalding, Lincolnshire

Responsibilities

  1. Work under guidance of the Warehouse Team Leader to ensure tasks are completed accurately and efficiently
  1. Carry out tasks according to Microsoft Dynamic NAV diary list and schedule, maintain inventory and apply products according to NAV task instructions and protocols
  2. Complete safety checks on equipment associated to warehouse operations
  3. Take responsibility for keeping working areas clean and tidy and follow Health and Safety guidelines. Make suggestions for safer working practices
  4. Assist with any other reasonable request in order to fulfil business / production requirements

The position

Experience & Qualifications

  • Experience working in a warehouse environment
  • Experienced user of ERP and barcoding systems
  • English and Maths GCSE’s or equivalent
  • Forklift license (preferred) but full training will be given

We are looking for someone who can operate a range of production equipment with a high level of attention to detail. The successful candidate needs to be able to handle routine tasks and procedures whilst working alone or as part of a team with an ability to remain calm and focused when working under pressure. Good planning and organising skills are essential with good levels of communication, literacy, and numeracy skills.

You should have a can-do attitude, be reliable, punctual, and able to work in a physically demanding environment.

A flexible approach to working hours is required including overtime and shift work, especially when there are high demands for production output. You may also be required to assist in our Trials and Seed Technology operations as required.

Please send your application form and CV to Margaret Desoyza (01775 715000, or hr@elsoms.com)

Deadline for applications: 18/06/21


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Job Description

Position

Temporary Summer Staff – Assisting with harvesting of cereal crops

Elsoms are looking for temporary staff to join its Wheat Breeding department, assisting with the busy harvesting and seed preparation period. Vacancies range from a period of 1 month up to 3 months, covering the period from mid-July to mid-October 2021. Our contracts are based on a 37.5 hour week, plus overtime during evenings and weekends when required. The work will be a mixture of field and barn based activities and no two days will be the same.

Location

Spalding, Lincolnshire

Key Responsibilities:

 

  1. At all times, maintain Elsoms’ strong Health & Safety culture and practices
  2. Assist in the harvest of selected material from the field
  3. Assist with seed preparation: including threshing, sub-sampling and racking of trial samples
  4. Pot up seedlings in the glasshouses for breeding activities
  5. Keep accurate records when assisting with threshing and racking up
  6. Once trained be able to work independently, with instruction, to ensure the task/function is completed consistently to a high standard
  7. Communicate with other members of the wheat breeding team to ensure progress is maintained and issues overcome.

The position

Skills:

 

  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Accurate record keeping
  • Good literacy and numeracy skills
  • Equally capable of working alone or as part of a team
  • An ability to work in the glasshouse, barn and out in the field
  • An ability to work independently, with instruction, to ensure the task is completed to a consistently high standard
  • An ability to handle routine tasks and procedures
  • An ability to remain calm and focused when working under pressure.

Person Specification:

 

  • Someone who takes health and safety seriously
  • A physically fit individual who can apply themselves to a demanding work environment
  • Someone with a flexible approach to working hours to meet business/work demands
  • Someone who is open to giving and receiving constructive feedback and can encourage new ideas from team members
  • Must be 18+ years old.

Qualifications and experience not required.

 

Please send your application form and CV to Margaret DeSoyza (, or Margaret.Desoyza@elsoms.com)

Deadline for applications: 30/04/2021


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