Operations Manager

July 31, 2025
Urgent

Job Description

Operations Manager – Fresh Produce / Agri Supply Chain

Scotland (Relocation Support Available)
60 + Car Allowance + Bonus + Benefits

A leading name in the food and agriculture sector is looking for a hands-on Seed Operations Manager to lead a busy seed potato site in Scotland. You’ll manage the full operation – from seed supply and grower coordination to grading, logistics and dispatch – ensuring around 32,000 tonnes of seed moves smoothly each year.

What You’ll Do

  • Oversee seed intake, grading, packaging, and dispatch

  • Manage stock control, logistics and operational planning

  • Build strong relationships with growers and suppliers

  • Lead and develop a small site team

  • Work closely with agri and commercial teams to match seed supply to factory demand

  • Take full accountability for site operations during peak periods

What You’ll Need

  • Experience in fresh produce (e.g. potatoes, root veg, fruit)

  • Strong knowledge of agricultural supply chains

  • Organised and practical – a doer, not a clipboard manager

  • Excellent communication and people skills

  • Strong grasp of systems and Excel

  • Flexibility to work longer hours during peak (esp. Aug-Sep)

What’s On Offer

  • 60,000 salary

  • 6,200 car allowance

  • Bonus (5-10%)

  • Private medical

  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays

  • Up to 6% pension matched

  • Relocation support ( 7k- 8k)

Apply now to learn more – full brief available on request.

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