Trials and Innovation Technologist in Sandy

Flamingo Flowers is seeking to appoint a Trials & Innovation Technologist to take responsibility for the development and delivery of innovation trials across new science-based products, processes, and varieties. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting technical innovation, providing data-driven insights, and making recommendations to enhance product quality, performance, and commercial outcomes across the business.

Responsibilities

• Innovation, Trials and Technical Development
  • Lead and coordinate innovation trials from design through to completion
  • Develop and implement trial protocols to assess new products, processes, and varieties
  • Coordinate materials sourcing and undertake routine and trial vase life assessments
  • Analyse trial data and produce detailed reports and presentations
  • Identify opportunities to deliver business benefit through innovation and technical development
  • Make recommendations for further activity or commercial implementation
• Project Management and Delivery
  • Manage assigned projects effectively, ensuring delivery within agreed timescales
  • Work collaboratively with key stakeholders to maximise trial capacity and outcomes
  • Monitor trial-related costs and support cost control in conjunction with the Head of Technical
  • Contribute to projects that deliver measurable business benefits through knowledge or application
• Stakeholder Engagement
  • Develop and maintain strong working relationships with internal teams, including Technical, Commercial, NPD, Packaging, Operations, Quality, and Vase Life departments
  • Liaise with global teams to ensure alignment and effective execution of trials
  • Build and maintain relationships with external researchers and industry bodies
  • Coordinate and support technicians and relevant stakeholders involved in trials
• Data, Reporting and Administration
  • Produce KPI reports and updates for internal management reporting
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date trial documentation, protocols, and innovation trackers
  • Ensure all trial paperwork is completed clearly and in a timely manner
• Standards, Compliance and Continuous Improvement
  • Ensure all activities are conducted in accordance with Health & Safety, Food Safety, Quality, Ethical, and Environmental standards
  • Maintain high standards of hygiene and housekeeping within trial environments
  • Support lean initiatives, continuous improvement, and waste minimisation
  • Report any health and safety concerns or equipment faults promptly

Essential:

• Strong communication and organisational skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to analyse data and produce clear, concise reports
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel
• Numerate and literate

Desirable:

• Background in a science-based discipline, agriculture, or horticulture