Job Vacancies

We are currently hiring for the following positions:

Contract Grow Supervisor

The successful candidate will be responsible for the finishing of saleable stock grown for Internet Contract, so that the correct quantities of the desired specification are available as forecast, whilst minimising waste and maintaining accurate records.

Key Responsibilities

Cultural care of contracted stock, including formative pruning and remedial work.
Understand the seasonal requirements of the contract, prioritising batches to ensure continual supply and reduced wastage.
Liaise with the sales team to consolidate specific requirements.
Maintain excellent housekeeping of designated areas, following best practise and Standard Operating Procedures.
Maintain accurate inventory.
Liaise with Crop Protection Supervisor over P&D issues.
Participate in appropriate training, and be committed to ongoing personal and professional development.

Core Skills and Attributes

Experience of growing HONS with good husbandry skills.
Enthusiastic, practical and driven, with an eye for detail.
Flexible, with excellent problem-solving abilities.
Good communication skills.
FEPA spraying license and FLT license would be advantageous.
Able to work effectively as part of a team, actively supporting other team members, whilst also being self-motivated to work independently, without direct supervision.
Able to work accurately under pressure in a busy environment.
Innovative & creative in decision making & problem solving.

To apply, please email your CV to: hr@boningale.co.uk

Please make the position you are applying for clear.

Container Manager

The successful candidate will be responsible for the production of saleable stock, including planning for and overseeing potting and cultural functions. They will also aid container staff development and provide support to them, so that they thrive in an environment of continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and develop the Container team, identifying personnel development requirements and ensuring delivery.
Oversee all potting activity to required quantities and deadlines, maximising efficiencies whilst maintaining high quality.
Liaise with young stock providers, calling in stock and modifying plans as necessary.
Plan for and call in production variable materials as required and in liaison with the Purchasing team.
Plan for weekly space requirements.
Provide for irrigation and crop husbandry requirements.
Work with Crop Protection Supervisor to ensure P&D and weed control requirements are met.
Contribute to the development of the Company’s technical knowledge, best practise and innovation.
Ensure legislative compliance.
Promote company initiatives and manage their delivery within your department.
Participate in appropriate training, and be committed to ongoing personal and professional development.

Core Skills and Attributes

A professional horticulturalist, preferably with experience in the production of HONS.
A people person, able to develop and motivate reportees.
Enthusiastic, practical and driven to succeed.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Confident IT skills – familiarity with ERP systems would be advantageous.
Able to work effectively as part of a team, actively supporting other team members, whilst also being self-motivated to work independently, without direct supervision.
Able to work accurately under pressure in a busy environment.
Innovative & creative in decision making & problem solving.

To apply, please email your CV to: hr@boningale.co.uk.

Please make the position you are applying for clear.

Inventory Control Assistant

Department: Supply Chain

Contract: Temporary (6 Months)

Salary: Competitive

This is a 6-month temporary contract. The position may be extended to a 12-month contract, subject to a successful 6-month review.

Boningale Nurseries is one of the leading suppliers to the British landscaping industry. From our 40-acre container site in Shropshire, we produce and contract-grow a huge variety of trees and shrubs. As a result of continued growth, we are looking to strengthen our team and currently have a vacancy for an Inventory Control Assistant.

The successful candidate will be instrumental in enabling all areas of the business to operate with high confidence levels in its inventory management. This will reduce stock issues and maximise company performance.

The right candidate will be an excellent communicator, self-motivated and organised. They will possess strong IT skills and be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office. Plant knowledge is desirable but not essential.

This role will involve working outside in all weather conditions at times.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Maintain accurate, up to date records of all stock, including status and quantity, on the ERP system.
Assist in the allocation of stock by prioritizing batches.
Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, report on findings and develop practical solutions with other ERP users.
Perform cycle inventory counts, generate reports and make agreed corrections to stock records on the ERP system.
Review WIP and production stock to assess saleability, and progress this through the system as and when required.
Assist with planning an effective annual stock count, involving all relevant departments and teams.
Strive for improved efficiency in all areas of inventory management, and offer suggested improvements with constructive analysis.

To apply, please email your CV to: hr@boningale.co.uk

Please make the position you are applying for clear.

Sales Representative

Location: Boningale/ Shropshire

Boningale Nurseries is one of the leading suppliers of ornamental plants to the domestic and commercial landscaping market. As a result of continued growth, we are looking to strengthen our team and currently have a vacancy for an experienced Sales Representative. This position is predominantly linked to our Shropshire nursery, but will also require the applicant to travel, visiting customers and prospects. We will accept candidates who live and work remotely from the Nursery.

The right candidate will need to have good plant knowledge and an understanding of the landscape supply market. Good communication, planning, administration and IT skills are also essential, as is the ability to be a self-starter.

This role will involve dealing with customers in person, over the phone and via e-mail. Tasks will include: pricing enquiries, prospecting for new business, securing orders and developing existing business in an agreed geographical area.

This is an excellent opportunity for the right person to join a dynamic and successful company, and to develop their career and skills within the horticultural industry.

Competitive remuneration package available, dependent on experience, and will include usual company benefits related to the position.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

Adopting and growing a base of existing amenity accounts.
Pricing incoming enquiries from customers.
Processing orders accordingly and efficiently.
Following up outstanding quotations and negotiating orders.
Assisting with generating new business and ensuring smooth adoption.
Working to and recording targets as required.
Meeting with clients in the UK and abroad if required.
Handling queries and complaints.
Gathering and sharing product and market information.

To apply, please email your CV and salary expectations to: hr@boningale.co.uk