Farm Business Development - Swaffham Manager

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Our Reference: 5686Job Function: Sales and Business DevelopmentEmployment Type: Permanent (Full Time)Business Area: Operations and CommercialDivision: International TradingLocation: Swaffham, Norfolk, GB

About the roleSaxon Agriculture (a GrainCorp business) is a vibrant and successful grain, organics, and seed trading business.Reporting to the UK Farm Business and Seed Manager and joining a highly capable and collaborative team of business development and trading professionals, we’re seeking a Farm Business Development Manager to join us at our Swaffam office in a permanent position.

This opportunity will see you:

Procure grain from new and existing growers on behalf of Saxon Ag (about 90 per cent of the role)Promote seed varieties, sell seed to, and place seed contracts directly with growersGrow and deepen positive grower relationships including regular contact and visits attending breakfast meetings and eventsProvide accurate production forecasting to the trading team through firsthand observation, estimation, and industry intelligenceAssist growers, traders and logistics team during the contract execution process to ensure a market-leading level of customer serviceWork closely with the Saxon Trading and Farm team to develop and implement buying strategies and targeted campaigns for buy-back contractsAbout your experienceOur ideal candidate has relevant grains industry experience underpinned by a high degree of commercial acumen, and a genuine passion / interest in contributing to the global food supply chain.

Additionally, you’ll have:

Solid communication, relationship management, negotiation and influencing skillsStrong analytic, numeracy and problem-solving skills / abilityAbility to work independently and remotely and with limited oversightIntermediate level skills in Microsoft Office and capacity to learn new systems / technologyExperience in dealing with farmers and an existing farmer customer list to introduce to Saxon Ag

Whilst we’re open-minded to a range of candidates, you’ll stand apart from others with experience gained in a farm business development / trading ..... full job details .....