Agriculture Project Manager
Location: Montrose, Scotland, with travel across the UK
Closing date: 25 July 2025
About Grampian Growers
Grampian Growers is a farmer-owned co-operative based on the North East coast of Scotland. Our core activities are daffodil flower and bulb production and marketing, alongside seed and ware potato production and marketing. We currently have 11 daffodil members and an additional 15 potato members. As a leading exporter of our products, we combine specialist expertise to service foreign markets while maintaining strong links with numerous domestic customers across the UK.
About the Role:
Grampian Growers are seeking an experienced and proactive Agriculture Project Manager to lead a diverse portfolio of projects across daffodil flowers, bulbs, and potatoes. This is a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of agricultural innovation, collaborating with growers, researchers, industry partners, and funding bodies.
You will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering multiple projects, including field trials, R&D initiatives, and commercial development activities. Your work will help drive sustainable practices and innovative products within the horticultural and agricultural sectors.
Key Responsibilities
Manage a range of agricultural and horticultural projects, ensuring effective planning, delivery, reporting, and compliance with funding requirements.
Oversee field trials, seasonal activities, and the supply and management of plant materials.
Support commercial activities, such as seasonal flower sales and customer relationships.
Coordinate project budgets, financial claims, and progress reporting.
Build and maintain strong relationships with growers, research institutions, industry groups, and funding bodies.
Represent the organisation at meetings, working groups, and events.
Develop and deliver communication materials, including website updates, social media content, and newsletters.
About You
Grampian Growers are looking for someone who brings:
A keen interest in project management within agriculture, horticulture, or related fields.
Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Excellent communication and relationship building skills.
A good understanding of crop production systems and seasonal operations.
Familiarity with reporting processes and managing budgets.
Desirable
Experience working on funded innovation projects.
Confident using digital tools for website updates, social media, and project documentation.
To apply, email send your CV and a covering letter outlining your experience and interest in the role to kirsty@grampiangrowers.co.uk