Assistant Store Manager – Garden Centre, Fast-Track Career

Joyners Plants Ltd; Teigngrace; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Plants Galore in Newton Abbot is seeking an experienced Assistant Manager to support the store manager and head office. The role involves hands-on leadership on the shop floor, managing a small till team, and ensuring high standards of display and customer service.

You will handle stock, merchandising seasonal ranges, and daily operations while coordinating with department supervisors to maintain smooth store performance. Weekend work is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail management and team leadership.
• Strong customer service orientation and ability to handle busy periods.
• A flair for retail display and merchandising.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small team of 2–4 till operatives and front-line staff.
• Resolve customer queries and process returns in line with store policies.
• Oversee payment area, stock management, and merchandising of horticultural and seasonal ranges.
• Run the store to high standards and report to head office as required.
• Assist with opening and closing procedures and store administration.

Job description

Plants Galore in Newton Abbot is seeking an experienced Assistant Manager to support the store manager and head office. The role involves hands-on leadership on the shop floor, managing a small till team, and ensuring high standards of display and customer service.

You will handle stock, merchandising seasonal ranges, and daily operations while coordinating with department supervisors to maintain smooth store performance. Weekend work is required.