We are looking for a Delivery Driver to join the Frontier team, based at Braintree, on a full-time, fixed-term basis for 6 months. There is the potential that this role could become permanent, depending on the success of the fixed-term contract and the needs of the business.
You will be delivering a range of agriculture products to farmers in the Essex region outside the M25 area; to assist in the delivery of high standards of safety, quality and operations whilst being a part of a team that operates with integrity and accountability while delivering a high standard of customer service.
The Benefits
Competitive salary 25 days holiday per calendar year with option to purchase 5 more days Dedicated Learning & Development team to support you and your career Employee Assistance Program providing 24 hours support & advice in areas such as health and wellbeing for yourself, your family & friends (up to 5 people in total) Increased Maternity, Paternity & Adoption leave benefits for eligible employees Life Assurance scheme and pension plan with employer contributions of up to 7%
Up to two days paid volunteer leave per year (only applicable to permanent employees)
The opportunity to join our employee network groups including LGBTQ+, Menopause wellbeing, Neurodiversity and Women’s network groups. Cycle to Work Scheme, employee retail discount scheme and free eye test vouchers
About You Good communicator with the ability to consult with all team members and site management team Able to work under pressure and to deadlines whilst maintaining Frontier’s ICE values Adapts quickly and successfully to accommodate changing business and customer needs, whilst providing a responsive customer focussed service Works to accommodate the seasonal nature of Frontier’s business Adopts a customer first mindset while ensuring that compliance is maintained at all times that where relevant all internal procedures are adhered to at all times The ability to work collaboratively with others and to work without supervision A full UK driving license + Category C driving licence ADR & CPC (can be provided for the right candidate)
Your Role As a Delivery Driver your role will involve:
Correctly delivering a range of agricultural products to farm (manual handling will be required) Working with our office and stores teams to pick and plan delivery routes Conducting vehicle checks Maintaining high standards of customer service whilst being the face of the company A strong focus on Health and Safety Assisting in all site’s operational areas outside of peak times Ensuring vehicle documentation is completed as per company guidelines Achieving vehicle empathy targets as set by Fleet services
About Us Frontier is a successful and growing business. We are the largest crop production and grain marketing company in the UK, with over 1,000 employees and a turnover of more than £1.5 billion. With a vision to be the first-choice employer in UK agriculture, we are committed to delivering a culture where people are at the heart of our success.
Our business approach is underpinned by our core values Integrity, Customer First and Expertise or ‘ICE’. These values support our whole philosophy and way of working and we are always looking to attract talented individuals with either industry knowledge or specialist skills that will help us deliver consistently to these values.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion We have a clear commitment to equality of opportunity and diversity encouraging fairness and equality of treatment for all. As such we encourage applications from all backgrounds. We recognise the value of a workforce in which people from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to introduce fresh ideas and contribute to the business goals. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive environment with inclusive employment policies, such as progressive flexible working and parental policies.
We are now strengthening our on-Farm Frontier team by recruiting for a Trainee Agronomist, based in Yorkshire on a full- time permanent basis. You will play a key role in facilitating our business on farm by building outstanding customer relationships, providing a comprehensive advisory service, and maximising crop production for the farmer while increasing sales for the business. A background in sales is not necessarily essential as we are looking for people with a strong interest in agriculture who will integrate and become a key member of the team . Full training will be provided, including BASIS & FACTS. The Benefits Competitive salary Company car Private Medical Insurance Participation in the Company’s Commercial Performance Bonus scheme Opportunities for a mixture of home and site working (to be agreed with Line Manager) 25 days holiday per calendar year with option to purchase 5 more days Dedicated Learning & Development team to support you and your career Employee Assistance Program providing 24 hours support & advice in areas such as health and wellbeing for yourself, your family & friends (up to 5 people in total) Increased Maternity, Paternity & Adoption leave benefits for eligible employees Life Assurance scheme and pension plan with employer contributions of up to 7% Up to two days paid volunteer leave per year (only applicable to permanent employees) The opportunity to join our employee network groups including LGBTQ+, Menopause wellbeing, Neurodiversity and Women’s network groups. Cycle to Work Scheme, employee retail discount scheme and free eye test vouchers About You We are seeking candidates with the ability, skills and desire to develop a career in Agronomy Ability to build outstanding professional relationships with customers and colleagues Good interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal) A high level of initiative with strong planning and organisational skills Good attention to detail Good working knowledge of Microsoft including Excel and Word The personal ambition, tenacity and resilience to succeed in a sales role Your Role As a Trainee Agronomist your role will involve: Delivering a comprehensive, integrated service covering all aspects of crop production, including crop nutrition, crop protection, and guidance on agricultural legislation. Having knowledge of end markets and be able to provide advice on the most appropriate management strategy for these end markets Collaborating with stakeholders and internal teams to fulfil customer orders while ensuring exceptional service Developing in-depth knowledge of Frontier’s products and services to drive commercial success, maintain quality, and strengthen customer relationships Conducting regular crop walks to build strong customer relationships and gain insight into their evolving needs Partnering with the Trials and Technical Support teams to support initiatives and enhance product and customer knowledge Engaging with experienced commercial managers to develop both technical expertise and commercial awareness. Liaising closely with colleagues to identify new opportunities, build relationships, and foster a collaborative approach to customer engagement Understanding environmental factors and schemes, providing support to customers in managing them effectively at the farm level Managing customer relationships successfully to drive long-term engagement and satisfaction Collaborating with the Regional Sales Manager to develop and execute a business plan for the designated area Proactively prospecting new customers and expanding Frontier’s customer base. About Us Frontier is a successful and growing business. We are the largest crop production and grain marketing company in the UK, with over 1,000 employees and a turnover of more than £1.5 billion. With a vision to be the first-choice employer in UK agriculture, we are committed to delivering a culture where people are at the heart of our success. Our business approach is underpinned by our core values Integrity, Customer First and Expertise or ‘ICE’. These values support our whole philosophy and way of working and we are always looking to attract talented individuals with either industry knowledge or specialist skills that will help us deliver consistently to these values. Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion We have a clear commitment to equality of opportunity and diversity encouraging fairness and equality of treatment for all. As such we encourage applications from all backgrounds. We recognise the value of a workforce in which people from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to introduce fresh ideas and contribute to the business goals. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive environment with inclusive employment policies, such as progressive flexible working and parental policies.
We are looking for an Agronomist to join the Frontier team, located near Worcester, covering the Worcestershire region, on a permanent, full-time basis. Our Agronomists play a key role in facilitating our business on farm by building outstanding customer relationships, providing a comprehensive advisory service, and maximising crop production for the farmer while increasing sales for the business. The Benefits Competitive salary Company car Private Medical Insurance Participation in the Company’s Commercial Performance Bonus scheme Opportunities for a mixture of home and site working (to be agreed with Line Manager) 25 days holiday per calendar year with option to purchase 5 more days Dedicated Learning & Development team to support you and your career Employee Assistance Program providing 24 hours support & advice in areas such as health and wellbeing for yourself, your family & friends (up to 5 people in total) Increased Maternity, Paternity & Adoption leave benefits for eligible employees Life Assurance scheme and pension plan with employer contributions of up to 7% Up to two days paid volunteer leave per year (only applicable to permanent employees) The opportunity to join our employee network groups including LGBTQ+, Menopause wellbeing, Neurodiversity and Women’s network groups. Cycle to Work Scheme, employee retail discount scheme and free eye test vouchers About You Previous experience in the agricultural sector desirable The ambition and resilience to develop new business and succeed in a sales role Strong commercial awareness Able to build outstanding professional relationships with customers and colleagues Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal) A high level of initiative with strong planning and organisational skills High standard of numeracy and literacy and good attention to detail Good computer skills including Microsoft Excel Your Role As an Agronomist your role will involve: Providing an integrated and comprehensive service on all aspects of Crop Production for our customers, including Crop Nutrition and Crop Protection advice, and guidance on current agricultural legislation. Understanding ‘end markets’ for farm outputs and being able to support the customer with advice on the most appropriate management strategy to maximise the crop potential and achieve the volume and quality standards appropriate to these end markets. Working with support departments to place and track orders, ensuring the customers get the services they have requested. Building a comprehensive knowledge of Frontier’s products and services to achieve the best commercial, quality and relationship outcomes for customers and the company. Crop walking regularly; establishing a strong relationship with the customer and understanding their on-going needs. Building strong relationships with the Trials teams and Technical Support Team, supporting initiatives and developing own product and customer knowledge. Building relationships with experienced commercial managers, building commercial understanding alongside technical knowledge. Working with colleagues to identify new and develop existing customers and support a joint working approach across Frontier teams including support of cross departmental initiatives. About Us Frontier is a successful and growing business. We are the largest crop production and grain marketing company in the UK, with over 1,000 employees and a turnover of more than £1.5 billion. With a vision to be the first-choice employer in UK agriculture, we are committed to delivering a culture where people are at the heart of our success. Our business approach is underpinned by our core values Integrity, Customer First and Expertise or ‘ICE’. These values support our whole philosophy and way of working and we are always looking to attract talented individuals with either industry knowledge or specialist skills that will help us deliver consistently to these values. Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion We have a clear commitment to equality of opportunity and diversity encouraging fairness and equality of treatment for all. As such we encourage applications from all backgrounds. We recognise the value of a workforce in which people from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to introduce fresh ideas and contribute to the business goals. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive environment with inclusive employment policies, such as progressive flexible working and parental policies.
We are looking for an Agronomist to join the Frontier team, located near Stroud, covering the Gloucestershire region, on a permanent, full-time basis. Our Agronomists play a key role in facilitating our business on farm by building outstanding customer relationships, providing a comprehensive advisory service, and maximising crop production for the farmer while increasing sales for the business. The Benefits Competitive salary Company car Private Medical Insurance Participation in the Company’s Commercial Performance Bonus scheme Opportunities for a mixture of home and site working (to be agreed with Line Manager) 25 days holiday per calendar year with option to purchase 5 more days Dedicated Learning & Development team to support you and your career Employee Assistance Program providing 24 hours support & advice in areas such as health and wellbeing for yourself, your family & friends (up to 5 people in total) Increased Maternity, Paternity & Adoption leave benefits for eligible employees Life Assurance scheme and pension plan with employer contributions of up to 7% Up to two days paid volunteer leave per year (only applicable to permanent employees) The opportunity to join our employee network groups including LGBTQ+, Menopause wellbeing, Neurodiversity and Women’s network groups. Cycle to Work Scheme, employee retail discount scheme and free eye test vouchers About You Previous experience in the agricultural sector desirable The ambition and resilience to develop new business and succeed in a sales role Strong commercial awareness Able to build outstanding professional relationships with customers and colleagues Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal) A high level of initiative with strong planning and organisational skills High standard of numeracy and literacy and good attention to detail Good computer skills including Microsoft Excel Your Role As an Agronomist your role will involve: Providing an integrated and comprehensive service on all aspects of Crop Production for our customers, including Crop Nutrition and Crop Protection advice, and guidance on current agricultural legislation. Understanding ‘end markets’ for farm outputs and being able to support the customer with advice on the most appropriate management strategy to maximise the crop potential and achieve the volume and quality standards appropriate to these end markets. Working with support departments to place and track orders, ensuring the customers get the services they have requested. Building a comprehensive knowledge of Frontier’s products and services to achieve the best commercial, quality and relationship outcomes for customers and the company. Crop walking regularly; establishing a strong relationship with the customer and understanding their on-going needs. Building strong relationships with the Trials teams and Technical Support Team, supporting initiatives and developing own product and customer knowledge. Building relationships with experienced commercial managers, building commercial understanding alongside technical knowledge. Working with colleagues to identify new and develop existing customers and support a joint working approach across Frontier teams including support of cross departmental initiatives. About Us Frontier is a successful and growing business. We are the largest crop production and grain marketing company in the UK, with over 1,000 employees and a turnover of more than £1.5 billion. With a vision to be the first-choice employer in UK agriculture, we are committed to delivering a culture where people are at the heart of our success. Our business approach is underpinned by our core values Integrity, Customer First and Expertise or ‘ICE’. These values support our whole philosophy and way of working and we are always looking to attract talented individuals with either industry knowledge or specialist skills that will help us deliver consistently to these values. Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion We have a clear commitment to equality of opportunity and diversity encouraging fairness and equality of treatment for all. As such we encourage applications from all backgrounds. We recognise the value of a workforce in which people from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to introduce fresh ideas and contribute to the business goals. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive environment with inclusive employment policies, such as progressive flexible working and parental policies.
