Forecast Manager – Harvest
Job Type : Permanent, Full Time
Salary : £35000 – £50000/annum company benefits
Harvest Forecast Manager
Are you experienced in short, medium and long term forecasting? Do you have a thorough understanding of harvesting, yield and crop profiling? 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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