[ref. e15462001] Killygordon Nursery Manager
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Job Description- 7950897216797;-7.6844539642334;Killygordon , Co. Donegal ,
Role Objective
To plan and manage the Nursery Plant Production programmes at Killygordon Nursery in line with agreed budgetary targets, and plant dispatch with exceptional levels of product & service quality to both internal & external customers. This role has responsibility for the consistent delivery of top class quality plant material produced to required market specifications at a very competitive cost and in line with best in class Health and Safety and Environmental standards.
ResponsibilitiesPeople, Leadership, Organisation and Culture
Hold regular open discussions on performance with industrial staff and contractors in order to make sure all objectives are met.Promote a commercial culture in production operations where decisions are made with full consideration of maximising cashflow and long-term value.
Promote an attitude of simplification to reduce complexity and allow our people to do their best work.
Actively promote and prioritise a safe working environment for our people, our contractors and customers in Nurseries.
Support the leadership of nurseries operations on a national basis to make sure that process improvement strategies are developed to improve quality, reduce cost, increase standardisation and implement streamlined business processes.
Be accountable for developing own contribution to the business which includes driving personal development initiatives.
As a member of the Nurseries Team, contribute effectively to the successful delivery of our strategy.
Act as a visible role model for the Group’s values.
Planning and Management
Ensure that effective operational planning to deliver the Killygordon Nursery production programme to achieve delivery of planned numbers of stock to required market specifications and costs of production sufficient to allow an adequate gross margin on sales.
Nursery product and process innovation through the ongoing review of best practice and the management of appropriate Research and Design programmes.Ensure Nursery production budgets are well aligned to meet overall financial targets in line with the objectives of the business.
Liaise with the Procurement Team to prepare and implement a procurement plan for the production of plants to ensure that there is sufficient capacity, competitive rates and effective contractor development to fully meet the needs of the Nursery.
Liaise with wider Nurseries team for direction to ensure delivery of the the annual plant supply Plan.Plan and manage effective plant dispatch from Killygordon Nursery to customers within their catchment, ensuring sufficient plant stocks are available.
- Sector:
- Managerial