Horticulture Research and Product Development Manager Job at Loudon, NH US Full Time

Pleasant View Gardens is all about growth! For the past 44 years weve worked closely with our partners to build a thriving business that is continually evolving to meet the needs of our customers. In 1992 we launched Proven Winners, which has grown into the number one plant brand in North America. Were currently looking for an R&D Manager to join our team and work with us as we continue to achieve our goals. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a passion for horticulture as well as the ability to generate new ideas that help us continue to grow! If you love plants and flowers as much as we do, then we want to hear from you!

The R&D Manager will provide leadership, direction and support to the R&D team. Youll work with sales, marketing and operations to establish and implement company goals for continuous improvement in plant quality, superior genetics, new product categories and a path to new and existing markets.

Essential Responsibilities include:

• Manage a team of R&D professionals: implement departmental policies, establish weekly planning meetings, prioritize work flow, oversee the R&D budget and provide timely and accurate training.
• Generate ideas for new products and research feasibility in terms of profitability, resource availability and compliance with regulations.
• Manage the direction for new plant introduction, new plant identification and program development.
• Lead the product development process through prototyping and pre-production phases, owning the transition from R&D to Marketing and Production.
• Maintain a continual working knowledge of Operation / Growers needs/wants and feedback
• Work in tandem with department manages to ensure successful business operations

Requirements:

• 10 or more years of horticultural or greenhouse experience including research and sales
• Bachelors degree in horticultural field; Masters degree preferred
• 5 7 years of supervisory or management experience
• Knowledge of commercial greenhouse operations
• Ability to organize, prioritize and switch tasks quickly
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate your vision to team members and partners
• Strong attention to detail and accurate information management

Pleasant View Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, veteran status, disability unrelated to job requirements, genetic information, military service, or other protected status.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) Matching
• Dental Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Relocation Assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Vision Insurance

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• Horticulture / Greenhouse: 10 years (Preferred)

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• Only full-time employees eligible

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