Careers
As leaders in turf technologies, we are driven to supplying the world’s best grinding machines and turf solutions to golf courses and sports facilities throughout the globe.
Why work with us?
Bernhard and Company is expanding rapidly in the Turf technology and Care industry. That’s why we are looking for people passionate and knowledgeable about turf health who will bring innovation to the industry!
We also have an impressive and attractive company culture that promotes work-life balance.
Looking for career growth?
Bernhard and Company is the right place for you!
Open Positions
Please see below our current open positions
Programme Leader - Technical, Equipment Management (Bernhard Academy)
Programme Leader – Technical / Equipment Management
Bernhard and Company launched The Bernhard Academy in 2019 at the factory facilities in Haverhill, Suffolk. Since then, it has established four Academy hubs at Moortown Golf Club in Leeds, Royal Norwich Golf Club in Norfolk, Gleneagles in Scotland and Oakmont Country Club in Pennsylvania, USA.
Promoting personal and professional development programmes for the sports turf profession, the Academy provides opportunities for growth and development for all.
As the Academy continues to develop, it is extending its offer to include a range of technical and agronomic workshops that will enhance the skills and knowledge of those working within the sports turf industry.
To enable this the Bernhard Academy is seeking a motivated and engaging individual to join the team to create, manage and deliver workshops relating to technical training and equipment management.
The successful candidate will be responsible for developing programmes, delivering them in an engaging and interactive environment and measuring their success.
They will work closely with the Education Director, other programme leaders, internal and external teams to ensure a coordinated and positive experience.
National and international travel will be required of the successful candidate.
The Role
- Develop programmes to provide world-class learning and development opportunities relevant to the industry in subjects related to Technical training and Equipment Management
- Deliver programmes to professionals at all stages of their career
- Review and adapt programmes to identify best practices and procedures
- Work with internal and external teams, programme leaders and trainers to develop, promote and execute opportunities
- Lead team meetings to discuss progress and maximise productivity
- Embrace and embody the philosophy of the objectives of the Bernhard Academy
The Person
- Strong technical background with knowledge of sports turf equipment maintenance
- Experience in coordinating activities and events
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to prioritise and complete tasks in a timely manner
- Experience of working within and leading teams
- Good organisational skills
- Solution-oriented mindset
- Attention to detail
- Focussed on completing projects
- Ability to travel nationally and internationally
- Committed to the growth and development of self and other
- Self-assured and confident in their abilities
Position: full-time
Salary: Competitive
Benefits: 23 days holiday (plus statutory bank holidays) | pension contributions | Life insurance | hybrid working arrangement between home-based and offices in Rugby and Haverhill
Territory Sales Manager – Soil Scout – Maya
About Bernhard and Company
Bernhard and Company’s considerable knowledge and understanding of turf and its horticultural requirements stems from a long-immersed history in the sector. Stephen Bernhard, founder of Bernhard and Company, developed a special interest in the technical issues surrounding the mowing of turf.
This included the critical effect that reel grinding techniques had on mower performance, maintenance time and cost and on the quality of turf that resulted from alternatives approaches
Bernhard and Company lead the way in providing turf health solutions to the industry and our partners.
Our best-in-class products, training and support partnerships deliver exceptional performance to sports venues worldwide.About Maya
Maya Global is at the forefront of transforming land management through innovative technology and deep industry expertise. Harnessing cutting-edge AI and advanced data analytics, the platform provides actionable insights for effective management of land and resources.
The solution integrates real-time soil sensing, weather data, and predictive modeling to support sport ground managers in optimizing operations and advancing turf management practices. With a commitment to user-centric design and operational efficiency, Maya Global empowers professionals worldwide to achieve exceptional results and drive sustainable change in their fields.
As a leader in smart land management solutions, Maya Global combines technological excellence with a dedication to advancing the future of agronomy and sustainability.Responsible for:
· Achieving sales targets and growth of business for Soil Scout and Maya
· Developing and submitting territory sales plans
· Identifying and managing new business opportunities
· Developing new business initiatives and strategies to maximise sales opportunities
· Maintaining operating costs with the area budget
· Competitive intelligenceDuties and responsibilities:
Establish annual business plans, strategies, and in-field activities to achieve agreed sales targets. These can include demos, seminar events, customer training,…etc.
Plan and establish area sales forecast and annual sales goals.Assist in the execution of annual sales goals by:
· Sales support activities
· Identify, monitor, and maintain opportunities through company CRM
· Aid at local exhibitions/conventions/association events
· Assist with coordinating support/service activities to correct product issues
· Develop and manage relationships with prospects and current customers
· Scheduling and making regular visits with prospects and current customers
· Assist with negotiating orders with customers
· Coordinating field visits to customer locations and key accounts
· Assisting with introducing new products and servicesAssist Bernhard and Company and Maya by:
· Attend manufacturer training as required to maintain expertise and skills related to products and sales processes
· Report on competitive activity and new product introduction to the market
· Support / attend trade shows, activities, demos, meetings, field days, etc., as necessary
· Operates remotely with or without administrative support by answering customer calls, maintaining opportunity tracking, scheduling meetings, planning travel, utilizing CRM, and generating reports as needed
· To act in the best interests of the Company
· Represent the Company positively
· Perform other special assignments and duties as may be requiredCompensation plan:
The basic salary will be dependent on experience
In addition to the basic salary an additional range of bonuses will be offered based on targets reached. This will be further discussed with the potential candidate.
Included holiday time is 23 days per annum plus all observed UK bank holidays
Company car
We will reimburse all business expenses legitimately incurred in carrying out your role. You will be provided a company credit card for all travel expenses including hotels, meals, rental cars, flights, customer entertainment, etc. A company provided laptop and cell phone will also be included.
All salary payments are paid monthlyThe ideal candidate will have several of the following:
· 2 or more years of industry experience
· Self-motivated and able to work independently
· Organized
· Strong communications skills
· Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
How to apply
Fill out the contact form and upload your CV or send it to: recruitment@bernhard.co.uk