Job Description

Location:

Paddock Wood, Kent TN12 6UT- office-based with occasional travel to other Fresca Group companies.

Fresca Group

is a leading force in the fresh produce industry, with over 150 years of history. It is the largest privately-owned supplier of fresh fruit, vegetables, and salad crops in the UK. The company operates a diverse portfolio of businesses, including Mack, Primafruit, Thanet Earth, The Fresh Produce Centre and Manor Fresh.
Fresca Group's mission is to be the "First Choice Produce Partner," reflecting their dedication to excellence, sustainability, and innovation in the fresh produce industry.

About the Role:

Launch your management career with unique access to one of Britain's leading CEOs. We seek a bright, ambitious graduate who'll grow with our support and mentoring. This is a rare opportunity to work in the fast-paced fresh produce industry, learning from the very best to kick-start a fruitful career.


Martyn Fletcher, an industry leader driving new ideas for how our group of companies can grow and serve its customers with the very best in fresh fruit, salads, and vegetables, is looking for support from an intelligent, self-motivated, and personable graduate. You'll assist with research and presentations, numerical analysis, special projects, and problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities:

Coordinate and collect data across various divisions and functions. Consolidate and combine reports from different Group companies/functions. Prepare and format presentation slides for management reporting. Conduct ad-hoc research and analysis. Engage in cross-divisional projects to drive business improvement. Schedule, organize, and coordinate meetings, including weekly business unit meetings. Maintain confidential relationships on behalf of the CEO and CFO. Support the ESG team with ongoing and new projects. Assist the Finance Department with data room creation and maintenance. Support the Communications team with internal colleague engagement. Create general correspondence, emails, agendas, and take minutes at key meetings. Meet and greet clients and other visitors. Adhere to Group and Company Health & Safety and Environmental Policies. Report all accidents, near misses, unsafe acts, or conditions. Cooperate with the Company to ensure effective and safe work practices. Use safety equipment or clothing provided appropriately. Perform any other reasonable duties to meet business needs.

Person Specification:

Recent graduate with a First or 2:1 degree, preferably in food/agriculture or business. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Methodical thinker with strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Confident, reliable, accurate, self-motivated, inquisitive, and proactive. Strong analytical skills for preparing and delivering business information. Flexible and quick thinker, able to build positive professional relationships. Ability to work independently and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment. Proficient in Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders. Ability to manage and update financial and non-financial databases. Maintain absolute confidentiality, even under pressure.

Contract Details:

12-month contract in the CEO's office with a view to a permanent role thereafter in one of our group companies.

The hours you would work:

Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm. On site in Paddock Wood, Kent.

What else we can offer you:

A competitive salary. 6.6 weeks annual leave incl. bank hols. Pension scheme. Optional company share scheme. Learning and development opportunities. Free onsite parking. Employee Assistance Program. Cycle to work Scheme. Private Medical insurance. Medicash and other benefits. Death in service benefit.


If you are a motivated and adaptable individual looking to kickstart your career in a supportive and dynamic environment, we would love to hear from you!