Do you get a buzz from seeing a crop go from trial plot to commercial success? Are you equally happy in the field, analysing data, talking varieties with breeders, and discussing market needs with customers?
The Big Picture
You’ll work closely with a Crop Category Manager, taking ownership of the trials, development and technical side of a defined crop group. While the CCM sets the strategy, you’ll make it happen – running trials, evaluating varieties, feeding insight back to breeders, and supporting key customers with real technical credibility. It’s a national role with strong links into Europe and plenty of scope to shape how your crop category evolves.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Design and run a full UK trials programme for your crop category
- Turn trial results into clear recommendations on what should move forward – and what shouldn’t
- Support commercial conversations with customers by bringing solid, evidence‑based insight
- Keep on top of market trends, competitor varieties and evolving grower requirements
- Help create technical content for open days, demos and promotional activity
Crops You Could Be Working With
- Brassicas (cauliflower, broccoli, cabbage)
- Roots (onions, carrots, radishes)
- Some smaller or emerging crop segments as the structure evolves
Who This Will Suit
- Has several years’ experience in research and development within fresh produce
- Understands how varieties are developed, evaluated and commercialised
- Can work independently, organise themselves, and keep multiple trials moving at once
- Enjoys interacting with customers and stakeholders – not just being behind the scenes
- Is comfortable with IT systems, digital trial tools and CRM platforms
- Is happy to travel regularly in the UK and occasionally internationally
What’s On Offer
Competitive salary
- Company car (personal use available, tax applicable)
- Pension scheme
- Private healthcare
- Contribution towards home broadband and phone costs to support remote working
If you like autonomy, responsibility, and being trusted to own your area, this one’s worth a conversation.
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