Do you want to be part of a business that inspires its staff to develop and learn, to healthily challenge the norm and welcomes new ideas? Look no further….
Haygrove are looking for a Forward Planner Administrator who will play a critical role in ensuring smooth packhouse operations by aligning stock levels with sales forecasts. This position requires strong systems skills to monitor inventory, anticipate needs, and provide data-driven insights to support decision-making. Working closely with the packhouse, sales, and procurement teams, the role is integral to maintaining efficiency, minimising waste, and meeting customer demands in a dynamic and fast-paced environment:
Key accountabilities of the role
Stock Monitoring & Forecasting:
Use systems to monitor incoming stock levels and sales forecasts to ensure alignment with packhouse demands. Identify potential stock shortages or surpluses and provide proactive solutions to the packhouse team. Systems Management:
Maintain and optimise stock tracking software and systems for real-time data accuracy. Generate reports on stock movement, trends, and projections to aid decision-making. Sales Coordination:
Collaborate with the sales and supply chain teams to ensure stock availability meets customer orders and deadlines. Communicate effectively with the PBM team to update them on anticipated requirements. Operational Support:
Work closely with the packhouse managers to develop strategies for improved stock flow and minimised waste. Assist in planning daily and weekly production schedules based on stock availability and sales priorities. Data Analysis & Reporting:
Analyse stock trends and contribute to operational improvements. Present data insights to key stakeholders, identifying opportunities for efficiency and cost-saving measures. Personal Attributes:
Proactive and forward-thinking, with a keen eye for detail. Consistently energetic with an ability to inspire and uplift other team members. Able to work independently while contributing to a team-oriented culture. Committed to continuous improvement and adapting to evolving business needs. Flexible and resilient under pressure, with the ability to manage competing priorities. Have the practical intelligence to find solutions to problems efficiently and effectively. An ability to maintain a modest approach, and always willing to learn. Be highly emotionally intelligent having the aptitude to work within a multi-cultural, diverse and exciting business. Experience:
Proven experience in an administrative or planning role, preferably within a packhouse, production, or logistics environment. Familiarity with soft fruit production and packaging processes (preferred but not essential). Strong systems skills, including proficiency in inventory management software and Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel). Exceptional organisational skills and the ability to multitask in a time-sensitive setting. Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills. Effective communication and collaboration abilities to liaise with cross-functional teams. The business:
Founded in 1987 by the Chairperson, Angus Davison, Haygrove is a profitable £100m+ business with cherry and berry farming enterprises in the UK, South Africa, China and Portugal. The business also has 'Growing Systems' equipment sale subsidiaries in Germany, USA, Mexico, South Africa, Poland, China and further afield, with sales in over 40 countries. Listed in 2011 as in the
‘Fastest 500’
companies in the EU in terms of growing employment; in 2012 in the Sunday Times ‘Fastest growing in international sales in the UK’; and in 2017 as Herefordshire and Worcestershire's 'Exporter of the Year'; this medium-sized practical business is exciting, complex, and in a fast fresh industry. Growing at 20-30% pa and with international breadth, opportunity in Haygrove is never scarce. It is more likely you will be stretched than bored. Haygrove selects its people carefully, and works hard to shape roles to individual talents, whilst always living the company values. The business defines success in human terms, constantly seeking
to “create opportunities for great people, particularly those who have drawn the short straw” , and measuring its results across three bottom lines: People, Profit and Planet. Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent Pay:
£28,000.00-£35,000.00 per year Benefits: Company pension On-site parking Private medical insurance Schedule: Monday to Friday Ability to commute/relocate: Ledbury HR8 2JL: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Work Location:
In person
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Stock Monitoring & Forecasting:
Use systems to monitor incoming stock levels and sales forecasts to ensure alignment with packhouse demands. Identify potential stock shortages or surpluses and provide proactive solutions to the packhouse team. Systems Management:
Maintain and optimise stock tracking software and systems for real-time data accuracy. Generate reports on stock movement, trends, and projections to aid decision-making. Sales Coordination:
Collaborate with the sales and supply chain teams to ensure stock availability meets customer orders and deadlines. Communicate effectively with the PBM team to update them on anticipated requirements. Operational Support:
Work closely with the packhouse managers to develop strategies for improved stock flow and minimised waste. Assist in planning daily and weekly production schedules based on stock availability and sales priorities. Data Analysis & Reporting:
Analyse stock trends and contribute to operational improvements. Present data insights to key stakeholders, identifying opportunities for efficiency and cost-saving measures. Personal Attributes:
Proactive and forward-thinking, with a keen eye for detail. Consistently energetic with an ability to inspire and uplift other team members. Able to work independently while contributing to a team-oriented culture. Committed to continuous improvement and adapting to evolving business needs. Flexible and resilient under pressure, with the ability to manage competing priorities. Have the practical intelligence to find solutions to problems efficiently and effectively. An ability to maintain a modest approach, and always willing to learn. Be highly emotionally intelligent having the aptitude to work within a multi-cultural, diverse and exciting business. Experience:
Proven experience in an administrative or planning role, preferably within a packhouse, production, or logistics environment. Familiarity with soft fruit production and packaging processes (preferred but not essential). Strong systems skills, including proficiency in inventory management software and Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel). Exceptional organisational skills and the ability to multitask in a time-sensitive setting. Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills. Effective communication and collaboration abilities to liaise with cross-functional teams. The business:
Founded in 1987 by the Chairperson, Angus Davison, Haygrove is a profitable £100m+ business with cherry and berry farming enterprises in the UK, South Africa, China and Portugal. The business also has 'Growing Systems' equipment sale subsidiaries in Germany, USA, Mexico, South Africa, Poland, China and further afield, with sales in over 40 countries. Listed in 2011 as in the
‘Fastest 500’
companies in the EU in terms of growing employment; in 2012 in the Sunday Times ‘Fastest growing in international sales in the UK’; and in 2017 as Herefordshire and Worcestershire's 'Exporter of the Year'; this medium-sized practical business is exciting, complex, and in a fast fresh industry. Growing at 20-30% pa and with international breadth, opportunity in Haygrove is never scarce. It is more likely you will be stretched than bored. Haygrove selects its people carefully, and works hard to shape roles to individual talents, whilst always living the company values. The business defines success in human terms, constantly seeking
to “create opportunities for great people, particularly those who have drawn the short straw” , and measuring its results across three bottom lines: People, Profit and Planet. Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent Pay:
£28,000.00-£35,000.00 per year Benefits: Company pension On-site parking Private medical insurance Schedule: Monday to Friday Ability to commute/relocate: Ledbury HR8 2JL: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Work Location:
In person
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