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Business Manager - Specialist Agricultural Seeds
Vacancy Reference: 46367 KM/SD

*This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract*

Do you have a background in UK agriculture with experience in technical seed products or environmental farming solutions?

Are you confident managing a product area, leading a team, and supporting sales growth through practical and tailored advice?

Are you looking for a varied and commercially focused role that combines technical knowledge with people leadership?

The Company:
A long-standing and reputable UK seed business supplying a broad range of agricultural mixtures and species. The company works closely with landowners, advisors and the trade to support sustainable farming and rural land management. It continues to grow in areas linked to biodiversity, cover cropping, and stewardship-based systems, offering strong technical advice and dependable product supply to its customers.

The Job Role:
This is a key role within the business, responsible for managing a specialist product sector which includes a range of agricultural seed mixtures used in conservation, root cropping, and environmental land use. The role includes leadership of a small, dedicated team and close liaison with sales, operations, and technical departments. You'll be involved in product planning, supporting sales with technical guidance, creating marketing materials, and helping to shape the direction of this high-potential product group.

Location:
West Midlands - Hybrid

Salary Package:
Competitive Salary, Bonus, Benefits Package + Company Car

Responsibilities:

Oversee the commercial and technical performance of a defined seed product group, including conservation, root, and agricultural crop mixtures.

Lead a small, knowledgeable team and ensure high levels of service, product knowledge, and customer support.

Liaise with internal departments including procurement, logistics, and production to manage stock availability and forecasting.

Track developments in environmental schemes and rural funding to keep the product offer relevant and up to date.

Support the creation of promotional, training, and technical content for staff and customers.

Provide in-field and remote advice to customers and key accounts.

Help develop and maintain trial sites and demonstration plots to support customer understanding and engagement.

Represent the business at trade events, technical days, and customer meetings.

Candidate Skills and Experience:

Experience in agricultural sales, seed, or agronomy, ideally within a technical or product-focused role.

Strong understanding of rural land management, including cover crops, conservation, or root crop systems.

Previous experience in product or team management preferred.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work collaboratively across departments and with external partners.

Competent with Microsoft Office tools and confident with presentations.

BASIS and/or FACTS useful but not essential.

Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

Personal Attributes:

Commercially focused with a genuine interest in rural sustainability.

Capable of leading a team and influencing across the business.

A confident communicator who can blend technical insight with practical advice.

Highly organised and adaptable.

Other:

Valid UK driving licence required

Excellent references to be provided upon request

Keywords:
Agricultural Sales Manager, Seed Product Manager, Technical Seed Specialist, Business Manager Agriculture, Environmental Seed Sales, Business Seed Sales Manager, Seed Sales Assistant, Seed Sales Consultant, Agricultural Seed Sales Consultant, Seed Sales Rep, Agronomy Sales, Agricultural Team Leader, Product Development Agriculture, Rural Business Manager, Agricultural Account Manager, Stewardship Products, SFI, UK Farming Jobs, Agricultural Sector Jobs, Agricultural and Farming Jobs, AgriFJ.

How to apply:

Please click on the APPLY NOW button.

Please send your CV to; Saskia Dowell - Senior Recruitment Resourcer

We thank all applicants who apply for this role. However, please be advised that only those short listed for an interview will be contacted. Please be assured that your job application will be managed in complete confidence and your personal details will not be passed to any third party without your prior permission. Established in 2013, Agricultural and Farming Jobs provide outstanding recruitment head-hunting and job advertising services. We are the trusted recruitment partner of choice to industry leading organisations across the UK and Internationally. We recruit specifically for all roles within the sectors of: Agriculture, Farming, Horticulture, Food and Fresh Produce, Vet, Pet and Animal Health, Agrochemicals, Fertilisers and Seeds, Software and Technology, Machinery, Technical and Engineering and specialist Education.

Business Manager - Specialist Agricultural Seeds
Vacancy Reference: 46367 KM/SD

*This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract*

Do you have a background in UK agriculture with experience in technical seed products or environmental farming solutions?

Are you confident managing a product area, leading a team, and supporting sales growth through practical and tailored advice?

Are you looking for a varied and commercially focused role that combines technical knowledge with people leadership?

The Company:
A long-standing and reputable UK seed business supplying a broad range of agricultural mixtures and species. The company works closely with landowners, advisors and the trade to support sustainable farming and rural land management. It continues to grow in areas linked to biodiversity, cover cropping, and stewardship-based systems, offering strong technical advice and dependable product supply to its customers.

The Job Role:
This is a key role within the business, responsible for managing a specialist product sector which includes a range of agricultural seed mixtures used in conservation, root cropping, and environmental land use. The role includes leadership of a small, dedicated team and close liaison with sales, operations, and technical departments. You'll be involved in product planning, supporting sales with technical guidance, creating marketing materials, and helping to shape the direction of this high-potential product group.

Location:
West Midlands - Hybrid

Salary Package:
Competitive Salary, Bonus, Benefits Package + Company Car

Responsibilities:

Oversee the commercial and technical performance of a defined seed product group, including conservation, root, and agricultural crop mixtures.

Lead a small, knowledgeable team and ensure high levels of service, product knowledge, and customer support.

Liaise with internal departments including procurement, logistics, and production to manage stock availability and forecasting.

Track developments in environmental schemes and rural funding to keep the product offer relevant and up to date.

Support the creation of promotional, training, and technical content for staff and customers.

Provide in-field and remote advice to customers and key accounts.

Help develop and maintain trial sites and demonstration plots to support customer understanding and engagement.

Represent the business at trade events, technical days, and customer meetings.

Candidate Skills and Experience:

Experience in agricultural sales, seed, or agronomy, ideally within a technical or product-focused role.

Strong understanding of rural land management, including cover crops, conservation, or root crop systems.

Previous experience in product or team management preferred.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work collaboratively across departments and with external partners.

Competent with Microsoft Office tools and confident with presentations.

BASIS and/or FACTS useful but not essential.

Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

Personal Attributes:

Commercially focused with a genuine interest in rural sustainability.

Capable of leading a team and influencing across the business.

A confident communicator who can blend technical insight with practical advice.

Highly organised and adaptable.

Other:

Valid UK driving licence required

Excellent references to be provided upon request

Keywords:
Agricultural Sales Manager, Seed Product Manager, Technical Seed Specialist, Business Manager Agriculture, Environmental Seed Sales, Business Seed Sales Manager, Seed Sales Assistant, Seed Sales Consultant, Agricultural Seed Sales Consultant, Seed Sales Rep, Agronomy Sales, Agricultural Team Leader, Product Development Agriculture, Rural Business Manager, Agricultural Account Manager, Stewardship Products, SFI, UK Farming Jobs, Agricultural Sector Jobs, Agricultural and Farming Jobs, AgriFJ.

How to apply:

Please click on the APPLY NOW button.

Please send your CV to; Saskia Dowell - Senior Recruitment Resourcer

We thank all applicants who apply for this role. However, please be advised that only those short listed for an interview will be contacted. Please be assured that your job application will be managed in complete confidence and your personal details will not be passed to any third party without your prior permission. Established in 2013, Agricultural and Farming Jobs provide outstanding recruitment head-hunting and job advertising services. We are the trusted recruitment partner of choice to industry leading organisations across the UK and Internationally. We recruit specifically for all roles within the sectors of: Agriculture, Farming, Horticulture, Food and Fresh Produce, Vet, Pet and Animal Health, Agrochemicals, Fertilisers and Seeds, Software and Technology, Machinery, Technical and Engineering and specialist Education.

Retail Manager

Stratstone

Audi Halesowen

£30,000 - £35,000 plus bonus

Are you passionate about steering your team to success? Do you have an analytical mindset and strive to exceed targets? If so, you’ll be a perfect fit at Stratstone

We love people who value exceptional customer experiences, in the same way that we do; Stratstone are committed to providing our customers with the highest level of service. As a Retail Manager, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring every one of our customers receives an outstanding experience throughout their journey with us.

Duties, Responsibilities & Person Specification

• We grow our own talent! We provide you with all the training and development opportunities you will need to succeed.
• Everyone is welcome! We’re committed to building a truly inclusive culture and diverse workforce. We want you to be yourself at work – and thrive.
• We have a generous benefits including: 33 days holiday (including bank holidays), Birthday off (we like to celebrate!) great pension, generous commission schemes, reward savings, and much more – a whole A4 page to be exact!
• When we say we care about your wellbeing, we mean it. You’ll have access to mental health support, nutritional and financial advice, and a Digital GP. We also have over 50 trained Mental Health First Aiders (and counting).

What you’ll bring to the role:

• A passion for providing outstanding experiences that keep customers coming back to our dealerships.
• Supporting the Sales Manager in overseeing the Sales Executive prospect system, ensuring all information is being entered, updated, and used effectively.
• A conscientious approach, always striving to observe regulations, policies, and guidelines, as well as adhering to all FCA regulations and standards for Finance & Insurance.
• Motivation for achieving department profitability, finance, and customer experience objectives.
• An analytical mindset with the ability to reflect and interpret financial information, regularly drawing up business reports for Senior Management.
• Passion for helping others to grow and develop, regularly providing training, coaching, and guidance to Sales Executives, supporting them to become the best they can be.
• Detailed experience of automotive sales with similar profile brands, as well as working in a team with shared objectives and personal performance goals.
• Sales staff management experience.

“Stratstone are an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity or any other protected factor.

Stratstone is recognised as a Disability Confident Committed employer, working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let us know if you need an accommodation at any point during the recruitment process.”

About the role 
 
Would you like to work for one of the most iconic automotive dealerships in Birmingham, if not the Midlands? 
 
Yes; then excitingly we have a very rare Business Manager opportunity based at our Porsche Centre Solihull dealership.
 
As a Sytner Business Manager you will be responsible for helping manage and grow all aspects of the Finance department by being at the core of all sales enquiries and working with the sales team. You will ensure that every customer has a clear understanding of obligations that they have entered into, doing so with integrity and above all treating customers fairly. 
 
Working alongside the Management team, you will also be responsible for the day-to-day activity of our Sales-into-Service (Xchange) and Porsche renewal programmes; where you be expected to seek out incremental sales and stock acquisition opportunities for the business. 
 
Sytner Business Managers work a variety of flexible patterns which can typically include weekends and bank holidays (on a rota basis) to ensure that we provide our customers with the highest possible levels of service.

About you 

If you are already a high achieving automotive Business Manager, Sales Controller or Sales Manager - with a strong financial and commercial understanding - then we would love to hear from you.

Ideally you will have an outstanding work ethic and be able to lead from the front, inspiring your colleagues to 'raise the bar' and exceed their full potential whilst driving the finance and add-on performance forward. Strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills are essential, along with experience of working as part of a team with shared objectives and personal performance goals. 

When applying for this role please consider that we require candidates to have Business Manager experience within the automotive industry as a minimum requirement for this role

Why Sytner?

Sytner Group are delighted to provide an industry-leading benefits package.

We are passionate about continuous improvement and building an environment where everyone feels valued, appreciated and able to reach their full potential.

• Enhanced Holiday Entitlement – 33 days inc. bank holidays
• Industry-leading Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Pay
• Career Development
• Recognition of Long Service every 5 years
• Discounted Car Schemes
• High Street Discounts
• Discounted Gym memberships
• Cycle to work scheme
• One day a year paid voluntary / community work

At Sytner, our values and the way we behave are important to us. We have a working environment where we value and respect every individual's unique contribution, supporting our colleagues to thrive and achieve their full potential.

We are committed to creating an equitable environment and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief.

As part of our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion, you have the right to ask for changes / adjustments to job interviews and the recruitment process.

For more information around reasonable adjustments and the recruitment process please click here.

Unsure? Read on…

We represent over 23 of the world's most prestige vehicle brands, across our 140 UK dealerships.

We pride ourselves on ‘Developing Talent and ‘Building Careers’ and our colleagues recently scored Sytner Group an outstanding 89% on our colleague engagement survey.

New Business Manager - On Trade

Field Based – Midlands Area

Up to £50,000 base salary + car allowance + bonus

Are you a natural dealmaker with a passion for the drinks industry? I'm looking for a New Business Manager to help drive growth across the Free Trade On Trade channel.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a dynamic sales professional to join a market-leading business in the beer and hospitality space. The role focuses on identifying and securing new business opportunities with pubs, bars, and multiple retail groups, playing a key part in expanding the reach of a premium drinks portfolio

Key Responsibilities:

• Developing and executing strategies to acquire new customers within the Free Trade sector.
• Using market insight and data to identify target prospects and develop tailored proposals.
• Building and nurturing strong relationships with decision-makers in the hospitality trade.
• Leading negotiations and closing deals that align with strategic business goals.
• Collaborating closely with internal stakeholders to ensure smooth onboarding and delivery.
• Regularly reporting on KPIs, market trends, and performance insights.

About You:

• Proven experience in sales, business development or account management (ideally within drinks, FMCG, or hospitality).
• Possess excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proactive, strategic, and thrives in a target-driven environment.
• Understands the UK On Trade landscape and knows how to navigate it.
• Confident working independently and as part of a wider team.
• Holds a full UK driving license

You’ll be part of a high-performing, fast-moving commercial team, with the autonomy to make an impact and the support to succeed. If you’re motivated by challenge, growth, and building something new, I'd love to hear from you.

Submit your application today and take the next step in your sales career with a business at the forefront of the UK on-trade drinks sector!

Call: 02078718000

Email:

The Advocate Group is a leading recruitment partner, based in the UK, to the FMCG and consumer product sectors.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. By applying for this role, you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy, which can be found on our website. Please note that The Advocate Group is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Business Operations Specialist to join our customer's Product Information (PI) team in Coventry. This is a contract opportunity to work at the heart of a dynamic and innovative automotive environment.

As a PI Propulsion Planner , you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the timely delivery of accurate, configured Bills of Materials (BoMs) and product specifications. You will support multiple vehicle lines and model years, aligning with key Product Creation and Delivery System (PCDS) milestones.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage delivery plans for product specifications and BoMs.
li>Coordinate with Release Operations and Feature Configuration teams.
• Ensure data accuracy, cleanliness, and timeliness to support virtual and physical builds.
• Scenario planning and issue resolution across multiple programmes.
• Engage with stakeholders to ensure alignment with programme goals and timelines.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven mindset.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; confident engaging with stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven ability to manage workload and priorities within a team environment.
• Comfortable challenging the status quo with strong influencing skills.
• Experience with Agile methodologies and tools such as JIRA is advantageous.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).

Education & Qualifications:

• Demonstrated project management skills with experience in delivery planning.
• Strong understanding of programme scope and change management.
• Excellent stakeholder management and negotiation capabilities.
• Logical reasoning and problem-solving skills (pre-interview test required).

What We're Looking For:

• A proactive, results-oriented individual with a "can-do" attitude.
• Someone who embodies the value of "Own it and solve it."
• A team player who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Interested?
Apply now to be part of a forward-thinking team driving innovation in the automotive industry.

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Business Operations Specialist to join our customer’s Product Information (PI) team in Coventry. This is a contract opportunity to work at the heart of a dynamic and innovative automotive environment.

As a PI Propulsion Planner , you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the timely delivery of accurate, configured Bills of Materials (BoMs) and product specifications. You will support multiple vehicle lines and model years, aligning with key Product Creation and Delivery System (PCDS) milestones.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage delivery plans for product specifications and BoMs.
• Coordinate with Release Operations and Feature Configuration teams.
• Ensure data accuracy, cleanliness, and timeliness to support virtual and physical builds.
• Scenario planning and issue resolution across multiple programmes.
• Engage with stakeholders to ensure alignment with programme goals and timelines.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven mindset.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; confident engaging with stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven ability to manage workload and priorities within a team environment.
• Comfortable challenging the status quo with strong influencing skills.
• Experience with Agile methodologies and tools such as JIRA is advantageous.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).

Education & Qualifications:

• Demonstrated project management skills with experience in delivery planning.
• Strong understanding of programme scope and change management.
• Excellent stakeholder management and negotiation capabilities.
• Logical reasoning and problem-solving skills (pre-interview test required).

What We’re Looking For:

• A proactive, results-oriented individual with a “can-do” attitude.
• Someone who embodies the value of “Own it and solve it.”
• A team player who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Interested?

Apply now to be part of a forward-thinking team driving innovation in the automotive industry.

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Job Title: New Business Manager - Exhibitions

Location: Warwickshire

Salary: Up to £50,000

Looking for your next challenge in creative B2B sales?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a driven and imaginative Business Manager to join a forward-thinking organisation specialising in high-impact event and exhibition solutions. This is a sales role with a creative edge — ideal for someone who can combine commercial acumen with strategic thinking to win and grow business relationships.

About the Role:

As Business Manager, you'll be responsible for identifying and converting high-potential new business opportunities. You’ll prospect, pitch, and close deals before transitioning clients to an account management team — allowing you to stay laser-focused on uncovering the next opportunity.

Supported by expert sales and creative resources, you’ll craft engagement strategies and tools that help clients succeed at events. You’ll also maintain a detailed pipeline and use a customised CRM to manage forecasting and reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Proactively source, qualify, and close new business opportunities — including self-generated and marketing-supplied leads
• Deliver engaging pitches and proposals that demonstrate value and innovation
• Design bespoke engagement tools that enhance your client’s presence at events
• Maintain an accurate CRM pipeline and provide regular forecasting updates
• Negotiate deals to optimise margin and meet lead time targets
• Build strong, ongoing relationships with long-term prospects
• Represent the company at trade shows and exhibitions
• Collaborate with internal teams to keep the offering best-in-class
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity to stay ahead

What We’re Looking For:

• A results-driven sales professional with a strong “hunter” mentality
• Excellent at qualifying, presenting, and closing deals
• Creative thinker who enjoys developing new ideas to engage clients
• Digitally confident, especially on social platforms and CRM tools
• Effective time manager who can prioritise high-value opportunities
• Comfortable with UK and occasional international travel
• Confident attending and working events as part of the sales strategy

What You’ll Get:

• A fast-paced, creative, and collaborative working environment
• Access to a strong suite of sales, marketing, and design resources
• Opportunity to work with a wide variety of exciting clients and brands
• Regular participation at industry events
• Competitive salary and commission structure

About Disrupt Talent

We’re specialists in recruiting standout talent for the live events and exhibitions industry. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just entering the space, we’re here to connect you with opportunities where you can thrive.

Diversity & Inclusion

At Disrupt Talent, we believe that different perspectives drive better outcomes. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to a fair, inclusive recruitment process. Need adjustments at any stage? Just let us know.

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