Job Description

Do you want to join one of the UK's leading indoor plant growers - in a role that literally connects every part of what we do, from sourcing plants and materials, to packing and delivering high-quality product's to leading UK retailers, often in a fast paced environment.

As a key member of our commercial team you will be responsible for the management of our supply chain team which covers purchasing and planning activities for all materials (plants, growing materials & packaging) ensuring quality, price and supply logistics meet our customer needs. You will also support and coach the supply chain team to ensure high standards are achieved and maintained.

You will share our company values & behaviours - Being Family, Quality Core, Growing Future Possibilities, which strengthens us as a business and enables us to achieve far more together as a team.

About us:

Double H Nurseries are a family owned, award winning, environmentally aware business. We are passionate about our people which is why we are proud to be accredited in Investors in People 'Gold'. We are the UK's largest producer of indoor ornamental pot plants and supply a range of diverse houseplants to some of the UK's leading supermarkets.

About the Job:

Overall responsibility for purchasing all materials required to grow and package our products for On Time In Full delivery to our customers, while optimising the total cost of ownership and inventory levels. Responsibility for long and short term supply planning, using MRP to drive decision making and efficiency in our processes. Supplier relationship management, including generating and developing new relationships with potential suppliers, working with the purchasing team to successfully maintain existing supplier relationships, and creating partnerships to deliver increased value through the supply chain. Liaise with key internal stakeholders including sales, production and quality teams to minimise disruption caused by stock outs, obsolete stock or delayed deliveries. Managing supplier contracts and terms and conditions. Reporting of purchasing KPIs to other business functions and senior management. Documentation and updating of standard procedures, as well as development of systems. Management and coaching of supply chain team members.

What You Bring:

Experience in a supply chain management or senior buyer role including excellent communication skills and attention to detail. Expertise in using ERP and MRP systems to drive efficient supply chain planning. Strong management skills including the ability to develop strong relationships across key functions. Good understanding of Supplier Relationship Management. Planning skills that enable us to operate with a lean way of working, delivering value to customers. Experience of managing processes with external and internal stakeholders. Ability to, and experience in, improving processes to maximise efficient, effective, working relationships. Highly numerate, analytical, organised and accurate.
Experience in horticulture or a similar industry is desirable but not essential.

What we offer:

Competitive salary based on experience

Opportunities for professional growth and development

32 days' holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)

Cashback on routine healthcare treatment

Employee Assistance Programme

Social events

Access to discounts on everyday shopping, entertainment and lifestyle

Long service awards

Staff discount

Free parking

Enhanced maternity & paternity pay

Cycle scheme

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 45,000.00 per year

Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to Friday
Application question(s):

What aspects of this role align most with your experience and career goals?
Work Location: In person