Supply Forecasting Specialist / Graduate

Are you looking for a field-based role where you can combine your agricultural knowledge and analytical mindset to help shape Fresh Produce supply decisions? Supply Forecasting Specialist / Graduate Overview The Supply Forecasting Specialist / Graduate role offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of crop science, data analysis, and commercial planning within the Fresh Produce sector. You will play a critical part in helping the business forecast short and mid-term supply, ensuring the most accurate production data informs strategic decisions across a wide grower base. The Supply Forecasting Specialist / Graduate role involves regular travel across the Midlands and fortnightly visits to Head Office in Kent, allowing some flexibility for the successful individual’s location. This is a field-focused position (approximately 70% field, 30% office), and you will work closely with growers, agronomists, and internal stakeholders across the UK and occasionally in other EMEA regions. Supply Forecasting Specialist / Graduate Key Responsibilities * Conduct weekly field visits to collect accurate crop production data from growers. * Monitor crop development and assess the impact of weather on short- and mid-term yields. * Support the analysis of production data to create accurate supply forecasts by grower, variety, treatment, and region. * Maintain and update seasonal production databases and forecasting tools. * Track forecast accuracy and support ongoing improvements in process and data quality. * Liaise closely with growers and internal teams including Operations, Supply Chain, and Planning. * Support broader forecasting strategy through collaboration across regions. * Contribute to the development of the region’s analytical and forecasting capabilities. Supply Forecasting Specialist / Graduate Key Requirements * A degree in Agriculture or a related field, with knowledge of data analytics and statistics * Experience in Horticultural or Fresh Produce crops, ideally with exposure to data analysis * Comfortable working in a field-based role with frequent travel to grower sites * Solid understanding of crop science and seasonal production cycles * Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint * Intermediate knowledge of statistical data analysis * Full UK driving licence This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive and detail-oriented individual to develop their career in a forward-thinking Fresh Produce business. The role offers growth potential and the chance to work at the core of a team focused on innovation, sustainability, and high-quality forecasting. If you are passionate about agriculture and enjoy turning data into decisions, please get in touch! This is a UK-based position. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. Evidence of this right will be requested prior to interview, if applicable

Location: UK, GB

Posted Date: 5/11/2025