Job Vacancies

If you possess formal horticulture qualifications and do not see a vacancy below that suits you, please still send your CV to helen.edwards@boningale.co.uk – not all of our vacancies are advertised online.

 We are currently hiring for the following positions: 

 

Finance Assistant

Responsible to: Head of Finance.

Job Type: Full Time

Contact with: UK Vendors, and all internal company departments.

Role Overview: A hands-on Accounts Administrator who will be heavily involved in the day to day activities of a growing company’s Purchase Ledger and Management Accounts functions, in a busy Finance Office. This is a full time development role with real long term opportunity for career progression, would ideally suit an AAT Part Qualified junior candidate with general accounting experience.

Main Duties & responsibilities:

· Data Entry of purchase invoices for UK Vendors

· Three way matching of invoices, PO, and delivery notes

· Filing / scanning / photocopying

· Creating new Vendor files and due diligence

· Vendor Account reconciliations

· Vendor Query Resolution

· Petty Cash Reconciliation

· Preparation of month end journals

· Maintenance of fixed asset register

· Other administrative tasks to support the finance function

Skills required:

· Highly organised, with the ability to prioritise and allocate time effectively.

· Knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially advanced Excel

· Experience in Sage 50 and/or Microsoft Navision / Dynamics / Business Central

· Team Player

· Excellent Communication

· Confidentiality

· Ability to work under own initiative

· Multitasking ability

· Able to communicate effectively at all levels of the organisation.

· Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Extra info:

· Office based role, with visits to other company sites as required

· AAT Qualification would be advantageous

· Normal working hours are 8.00-17.00 Monday to Friday (working additional hours as necessary during peak times)

· 23 days holiday plus bank holidays.

· Private Health Insurance

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

Please make the position you are applying for clear.

 

Sales Administration Team Leader

Job Description:

 

ERP Administrator 

Boningale Ltd currently has a vacancy for a hands-on ERP Administrator, who will be heavily involved in the day to day management and running of a soon to be implemented end to end ERP System. The successful candidate will offer direction that will support the ambitions and strategies of a growing business.

Responsible to: Supply Chain

Contact with: UK Technology Vendors, and all internal company departments.

Main Duties & responsibilities:

· Be an integral part of the Microsoft Business Central implementation team, suggesting and implementing new automated ways of working for operational and finance teams.

· Full end to end ERP Process Administration, with a bias towards Supply Chain management preferable

· Escalation of calls to the external ERP Support Provider, acting as a point of contact when required.

· Development of documentation & maintenance of procedures for ERP operation & best practice.

· Identify possible new systems & services to benefit the company.

· Enforce organisation standards.

· Develop a good working relationship with all departments.

· Work closely with department managers to continually review requirements and propose ERP improvements to benefit both the department and the business.

· Oversee ERP security and access, including creating and maintaining user accounts in accordance with system governance processes.

· Monitor wireless communications and network utilization and reliability.

· To be responsible for the creation, administration and generation of company reports via the ERP report writer module.

· Have an understanding of legal business requirements including GDPR.

Skills required:

· Experience of working with Microsoft Business Central (Navision or equivalent) and Jet Reporting is essential.

· Highly organised and have the ability to prioritise and allocate time effectively.

· Experience of Project Management an advantage.

· Multitasking ability.

· Able to communicate effectively at all levels of the organisation.

· Excellent written and oral communication skills.

· Analytical & problem solving.

· Excellent Organisational skills.

· Understanding of complex information & technical requirements.

· Excellent team player.

· A self-motivated individual who can work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Extra info:

· Office based role, with visits to other company sites as required.

· ITIL certification or other relevant IT professional qualification/experience would be advantageous.

· A full driving licence.

· Normal working hours are 8.00-17.00 Monday to Friday (working additional hours as necessary during peak times).

· 23 days holiday plus bank holidays.

· Private Health Insurance.

Applications, including your CV, should be sent to: kevin.marfleet@boningale.co.uk 

 

Horticultural Sourcing Specialist

The successful candidate will be responsible for growing and developing a database which identifies strategic suppliers who can deliver sustainable competitive advantage to the business.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain good relationships with existing and new suppliers.
• Continually update the knowledge base of our Purchasing, Sales & Marketing teams regarding our suppliers’ current range of items and scope for future growth.
• Develop and maintain catalogues of information regarding suppliers’ ranges of supply and prices.
• Work with the Purchasing Manager to source and develop communications, building relationships with possible new suppliers for supply of new and existing items.
• Assist the Purchasing Manager with the supplier selection process based on price, quality, support, capacity and reliability.
• Ensure robust justification for all new product additions and assist in the administration process for adding new lines.
• Take a lead in the formal supplier capability assessment and performance management using robust KPI measures.
• Ensure the quality and specification of all items purchased meet or exceed that agreed with the Suppliers.
• Work closely with the Purchasing Manager and our supply base, continuously reviewing and forecasting market trends and identifying changes which could affect margins, reporting movements to the business in a timely manner.
• Work with a continuous improvement mindset, engaging with other functions within the Supply Chain to deliver measurable savings that are beneficial to the company.
• Support, with purchasing, the negotiation and tendering process in other business areas such as In-Direct contracts, Transport and Logistics, office equipment and consumables on an ad hoc basis.
• Work with the Purchasing team to identify solutions and possible suppliers for short-term supply item issues.
• Attend regular Demand Review meetings to report on market changes, supply variances, and possible item category changes.
• Assist in all areas of the buying process, as required by the Purchasing Manager.
• Strive for improved efficiencies within the Purchasing process.

Skills required:

• Horticultural knowledge and experience are essential.
• High levels of organisation, with the ability to prioritise and allocate time effectively.
• Excellent negotiation skills.
• Multitasking ability.
• Effective communication at all levels of the organisation.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of Demand Management tools.
• Knowledge of purchasing and supply chain systems, LEAN principles of planning and MRP/ERP systems.
• Commercial awareness.
• Experience of project management.
• Strong numeracy and analytical skills.
• Experience of using Benchmarking techniques.
• Skills in Cost saving and process efficiency improvements.
• IT skills, specifically in Excel and Office.
• Experience of working with KPIs and use of formal problem-solving methodology.
• Self-motivation, able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Extra info:

• Office based role, with supplier visits as required to the UK and Europe.
• CIPS Qualified, or equivalent professional qualification/experience
• A full driving licence.
• Normal working hours are 8.00-17.00 Monday to Friday (working additional hours as necessary during peak times).
• Salary dependant on experience
• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays.

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

Please make the position you are applying for clear.

Sales Representative

*Please note this position is based at our Worfield Plants site* 

We pride ourselves on producing an extensive British-grown range of Alpines, Ferns, Grasses, Heathers and Herbaceous plants.

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 and especially those based in Central Southern and South East UK.

The right candidate will need to have good plant knowledge and an understanding of the garden centre 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
• 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: helen.edwards@boningale.co.uk.

Please make the position you are applying for clear.

You can visit the Worfield Plants website here:  www.worfieldplants.co.uk

 

Propagation Apprenticeship NVQ Level 3 Block Release

Job Description

To apply please email your CV to: helen.edwards@boningale.co.uk.

Crop Technician Apprenticeship NVQ Level 3 Block Release

Apprentices will gain experience across all departments, from propagation to sales, with an emphasis on establishment and husbandry of the growing crop.   They will develop a range of plant skills on site, underpinned with knowledge gained from attending the Crop Technician block release at Pershore College, Worcestershire.

Core Skills and Attributes

• Past experience is not necessary, but a positive attitude to work is essential.
• We are looking for individuals with a strong desire to learn and contribute to their own professional development.
• A positive attitude to work is essential.
• Applicants must have a co-operative and flexible disposition, and display excellent team working. They should be self-motivated and willing to take responsibility and be accountable for their own actions.
• They must be a clear and effective communicator, able to give/receive information and instruction accurately and in a timely and positive manner.
• Individuals must be adaptable to changing environmental conditions, situations and working environments.
• Apprentices without Level 2 English and Maths will need to achieve this level prior to taking the end point assessment.

Intended Outcomes

NVQ level 3 Crop Technician

NVQ level 2 awards in:

• Emergency First Aid at Work
• Safe Use of Pesticides – Foundation unit, plus either Boom Sprayer or Handheld application units.

Pershore College

• Apprentices will attend Pershore College over two years on a block release basis, 5 blocks a year. They will study alongside individuals from other nurseries in the West Midlands.
• The College provides accommodation for block release students, for which Boningale will cover the costs. Apprentices will be responsible for covering the costs of travel and food.

On Site Work Experience – Propagation to Sales

• Apprentices will gain a broad understanding of the whole nursery process, starting with plant propagation, through containerisation, nursery maintenance, despatch and sales.
• Key skills will be highlighted in each area and will provide the backbone of the training.
• On the job coaching will help individuals develop within the team and achieve commercial standards in all areas, whilst working safely and efficiently.

Hours and Pay

• 39 hours a week – 8am start, finish time is site specific, depending on lunch breaks.
• Pay will be based on the national minimum wage for the duration of the apprenticeship.
• Overtime, as required, will be paid at 1.5 x normal pay.
• Wages are paid monthly, directly into staff bank accounts.
• Holiday entitlement is 23 days per year, plus 8 bank holidays.

Please mark clearly the position you are applying for.

To apply please email your CV to: helen.edwards@boningale.co.uk.

 

Propagator

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Nursery Operative

*Please note this position is based at our Worfield Plants site* 

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