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Forecast Manager - Harvesting

Do you have a thorough understanding of harvesting, yield and crop profiling? Are you able to plan for short, medium and long term demands? Would the opportunity to work for a reputable leader in fresh produce appeal?

If this describes you, please get in touch.

The Role:

· Yield forecasting and data analysis on crop profiling

· Work closely with Commercial Team to meet customer requirements.

· Manage daily Harvest operations ensuring productivity targets are met.

· Lead harvest teams, motivating them to maintain efficiency, speed and quality of work

· Understand the technical challenges for specific crops and any relevant quality issues

· Organise the logistics of the harvest from weekly forecasts to daily schedules

· Acquire a good understanding of all harvest cost structures, including budgets and targets

· Monitor the quality of the product, and enforce quality control

You:

· Previous Management experience in soft fruit farming, with an understanding of crop health and harvesting requirements

· Strong communication skills, able to direct staff and pass on information to the Line Manager

· Good data analysis skills with potential collaboration with external AI forecasting tools.

Benefits:

Competitive salary, negotiable for the right candidate

Private Healthcare

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Growing business with career growth

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