Role OverviewThe role of Head of Gardencare will lead the overall sales strategy, revenue growth, and market expansion for the company’s garden care product portfolio (e.g., fertilizers, seeds, plant protection, tools, and accessories). This role requires a commercially driven leader with deep industry knowledge, strong distribution network experience, and a proven ability to scale sales teams and performance.Key ResponsibilitiesThe role reports to the CEO and is part of the senior management team of the businessSet out the strategic vision and plan with delivery of same for the gardencare business in line with company objectives and ambitionOwn the responsibility of business development, profitability and growthLead and coach the Area Managers with clarity, direction and momentum to achieve the strategic objectives of the businessSet out annual budgets on revenues and gross margin with delivery on sameCapable and a conscientious self-starter who is task and results orientated with sound business awareness and an ability to assess what is important to the business and will deliver resultsIdentify new customer and sales channel opportunitiesCredible, good business presence. Excellent negotiation skills for meeting and working through trading issuesDevelop strong commercial relationships with all customersWorking closely with the Marketing Manager execute the annual gardencare marketing plansWork with the Technical Director and wider team to identify new product opportunities that meet consumer need and category growth objectivesBe a key member of the innovation teamAnalytical and fact-based approach to business buildingExcellent Presentation skills. Strong Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of PowerPoint, Excel and Word. Numeric skills for data analysisOrganised and good administrator to balance the different aspects of the role.Drive and ambition with the desire and ability to make a significant contribution.Balanced in judgement, be factual with the capacity to act decisively and confidently and make the right decisions.Be responsible, Be clear, Be Respectful, Be a good listener and communicatorEnjoy the process, deliver the resultsExperience5 Years Senior Commercial Experience, preferably in the Horticultural, Garden Centre or FMCG sectorBusiness degree or equivalentDemonstrable achievements in career to dateDemonstrable evidence of building a business in a changing and challenging environmentDriving licenseApplication Process:Apply via our job's portal with a cover letter and up to date CV. The closing date for applications is Tuesday, 5th May at 10am.Hygeia is an equal opportunities employer