Job Description
Commercial Manager – Agriculture (CL-CM-0225)
Our client, a thriving family-run feed manufacturer and agricultural supplies business based outside Dungannon, Co. Tyrone, is looking to hire a Commercial Manager to support their ongoing growth and success.
About the Role:
Reporting to the Managing Director, the Commercial Manager will be a key member of the senior management team, actively participating in strategic decision-making and forward planning.
Duties include:
- Being a key member of the feed formulation and procurement teams, liaising closely with nutritionists and suppliers to deliver excellent product and nutritional quality at optimal cost for customers and business alike
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing customers
- Work closely with the internal sales team to develop the area to its full potential
- Ensuring raw material costings are recorded to feed formulation software on a timely basis to provide accurate blend cost valuations
- Monitoring global commodity market trends, you will be responsible for purchasing raw materials whilst undertaking a proactive approach to drive improvement within our sourcing activities and processes
- Researching and identifying new markets for business expansion, understanding market trends, customer behaviour, and competitors.
Skills & Experience Required:
- A degree in Agriculture or another agri-business related field
- A strong agricultural background and commercial awareness with a passion for animal health, feed, and nutrition
- Experience managing and supporting a team, thriving in a team environment
- The ability to build good relationships with farmers and stakeholders
- A results-oriented attitude with a passion for driving growth
- A willingness to gain knowledge and develop your skillset
- Excellent organisational, planning, and problem-solving capabilities
- Strong IT skills (experience with lntact is advantageous)
- A full UK driving licence.
The benefits:
- A competitive salary package
- Supported continuous professional development, ensuring team members have opportunities to grow and advance in their careers
- Annual leave entitlement
- Pension Contribution
- Be part of a team committed to strengthening community engagement, building strong relationships with farmers, stakeholders, and rural communities.
To apply, please email your CV to careers@mmjca.com or click to apply.
Closing date 14 March 2025
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer