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We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. We believe in hiring the best person for the job whoever they are, helping them thrive in it and celebrating their individuality.
We strive to be an environmentally conscious company.
We are currently hiring for the following positions (please note the locations of each role):
skilled operative - plant care coordinator
Rookery Farm Nursery, Spalding
ROLE OVERVIEW
The primary responsibility is to coordinate and execute pesticide applications in a safe and effective manner. This role will handle & operate complex equipment as well as managing several elements of the application process. For the right candidate – Full industry training will be provided. PA1 and PA6 certificates preferable.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Mix or apply pesticides, herbicides & fungicides through sprays & drenches – under the direction of the growing manager
- Cover areas to specified depths with pesticides, applying knowledge of weather conditions
- Fill sprayer tanks with water and chemicals, according to formulas – following the clear instruction of the growing manager
- Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to use machines or processes
- Safely use agricultural/horticultural equipment and vehicles
- Maintain work area, chemical storage area, and equipment in a condition that promotes good safety practices and is compliant with CDPR
- Use and keep all personal protection equipment (PPE) recommended for each work situation.
- Responsible for inventory control and record keeping
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources
- Plant care and watering requirements throughout the year – inside glasshouses and polytunnels & outside areas
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Physically fit
- Understanding of work-based instructions
- Able to prove problem solving skills
- The ability to listen to and understand information through spoken words and reading
- Controlling operations of equipment or systems
- Equipment Selection -- Using the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job
- Performing physical activities
- Due to the nature of the business, there will be other duties involved
- Good understanding of written and spoken English
SHIFT PATTERN
- Day shift – Sunday – Thursday – (can be discussed)
- Full time – Summer/ Winter shift
Salary: dependent on experience
merchandise administrator
Marlborough Office, Wiltshire
ROLE OVERVIEW
The successful applicant will be highly motivated, numerate, and have good communication skills and excellent attention to detail, plus good knowledge of Excel. The role represents an opportunity to develop your career in a busy buying and merchandising department.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Effectively manage inventory, whilst driving sales through improved availability and forecasting product set up and maintenance, pushing for complete accuracy
- Retail purchase order management
- Produce detailed analysis on a weekly, monthly, quarterly and end of season basis, providing insights into performance and key drivers
- Regular supplier communication
- Support the Senior Merchandiser with ad hoc analysis when requested
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with Advanced knowledge of Excel
- Strong commercial, qualitative and with excellent communication skills
- Must be organised, methodical, and efficient with excellent timekeeping skills to meet deadlines
- Able to build and maintain productive relationships cross functionally
- Is proactive and adaptable
- Experience of ERP would be an advantage
- A love of gardening would be an advantage
KEY PERKS
- Enhanced holiday
- Birthday leave
- Volunteer day
- Private medical insurance
- Staff discount
- Discounted shopping
To apply for this role or receive more information about the role, please contact sally@sarahraven.com with subject title ‘Merchandise Administrator'. Please include a CV, and details of your salary expectations.
Salary: dependent on experience.
