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Rare opportunity to join our office team
Sadly, for us, a member of our team is retiring this year which means we now have a vacancy for a full-time member of staff working alongside our retiring team member to understand the job role and to be fully conversant of tasks to be undertaken. This is an office-based job at our store, Welland Valley Feeds, Rockingham Road, Market Harborough, Leicestershire. LE16 7QE.
· Accounts Receivable/Credit Control – managing incoming payments, maintaining accurate financial records
· Organisational Skills – able to prioritise work and preferably have a good working knowledge of Excel.
· Excellent telephone manner – taking customer orders over the phone, stock enquiries, understanding and communicating regarding online sales transactions, liaising with warehouse team, web team to assist customers as and when required
· Supplier Loyalty Cards and Voucher management – ensure the business receives reimbursement by either credits or stock monthly
· Carriage charges – checking invoices from hauliers in respect to orders sent and charges made
· Knowledge of Equestrian, Agricultural and Pet related industry preferred
· Problem solving with stock management
· Purchase ledger – posting on purchase ledger invoices, chasing for invoices / statements
· Stationery ordering – making sure quotes are reviewed to ensure best buying prices and have all relevant stock in place to run the business efficiently
· Gift vouchers – managing the gift vouchers out / returned
· Footfall – recording details of footfall both for account customers and non-account customers.
· Database management – accurately recording information obtained in respect of animal medicines sold and weekly reminder mailshots
· Emails – printing emails and distributing accordingly. Responding to those that require a response.
· Tachodisc management – working with the driver of 7.5t vehicle to report re vehicle movement information per driver card
Hours:
Monday to Friday 9 a.m to 5.30 p.m less ¾ hour unpaid lunch break daily. 38.75 hours worked
Benefits:
Free parking, free refreshments, 28 days holiday, staff discount following probationary period
Closing date for applications 31st January 2026
Start date: 1st March 2026
Applications to: hr@wellandvalleyfeeds.co.uk
Full-Time Shire Horse Groom – Stoke Albany, Northamptonshire
Due to retirement, we are seeking a dedicated, experienced, and reliable Full-Time Shire Horse Groom to care for our Shire horses and oversee their complete daily well-being.
This is a 40 hour, 7-day-a-week position and would suit someone passionate about heavy horses, with a strong work ethic and a calm, knowledgeable approach.
Key Responsibilities:
• Full daily care and management of Shire horses
• Mucking out, feeding, grooming, and general yard duties
• Show preparation
• Monitoring health, condition, and overall welfare
• Assisting with training, breaking in, and ongoing education
• Riding and driving (experience preferred but not essential)
• Tack care, stable management, and maintaining high standards of horse care
Requirements:
• Genuine passion for horses and their welfare
• Previous horse handling or grooming experience (Shire or heavy horse experience an advantage)
• Breaking, Riding and potentially driving experience preferred but not essential.
• Reliable, hardworking, and able to work independently
• Willingness to work weekends and commit to a 7-day schedule
• Showing experience
What We Offer:
• Excellent salary for the right candidate
• Full-time, long-term position
• Opportunity to work closely with Shire horses and gain valuable experience
• Supportive working environment in a rural setting
• Role available from February 2026
Location: Stoke Albany, Northamptonshire
Contact: Joe 07701253382 or joseph@highamroofing.co.uk. Feb26