Senior Production Manager, Rubus Northern Europe
On-siteMaidstone, England, United Kingdom
Job Summary
Develop and execute the production and supply strategy for raspberries and blackberries across Northern Europe, translating supply and demand plans into actionable grower production plans. Build strong relationships with growers as their primary point of contact, leading business reviews, planning sessions, and grower visits to support operational, financial, and strategic challenges. Align production, forecasting, and operational capabilities with Supply Chain, Quality, and Commercial teams to ensure reliable customer supply and mitigate production risks. Identify growth opportunities and investment priorities to drive continuous improvement within the Rubus category. Serve as the critical link between growers and the wider organization to deliver measurable results for the long-term success of the Northern European Rubus category.
Required Qualifications
- A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Horticulture, Agronomy, Agricultural Business, or a related field
- A minimum of 10 years of experience within the soft fruit industry
- Broad experience across multiple disciplines, including production, agronomy, supply chain, packing operations, nursery operations, and harvest management
- Strong technical knowledge of raspberries, blackberries, or other berry crops, including production curves, varieties, and plant types
- Excellent analytical skills and experience with forecasting and production planning
- Outstanding communication skills and the ability to simplify complex information for diverse audiences
- Proven stakeholder management experience within an international environment
- Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel
- A valid driver's license
- Willingness to travel regularly to growers and operational sites
Desired Qualifications
- A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Horticulture, Agronomy, Agricultural Business, or a related field (preferred)
- A minimum of 10 years of experience within the soft fruit industry (preferred)
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