Christmas & Outdoor Leisure Department Manager

Morepeople 01780; Telford; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading garden centre in Telford is seeking a Christmas & Outdoor Leisure Department Manager. The role involves overseeing Outdoor Leisure products for seven months and managing the Christmas department for the remaining five months. Responsibilities include managing operations, optimizing sales and stock, and leading a team to enhance customer experiences. Ideal candidates should have retail experience and strong leadership skills. Competitive salary and benefits package offered.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Staff Discounts

Paid Holidays

Career Development Opportunities

Pension Scheme

Free Parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Strong commercial mindset.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Experience in visual product presentation.

Responsibilities

• Manage Outdoor Leisure & Christmas departments.
• Forecast sales and optimize stock levels.
• Monitor department performance to meet targets.
• Create visual merchandising strategies.
• Recruit, train, and motivate team members.

Skills

Team leadership

Sales forecasting

Visual merchandising

Customer satisfaction

Stock management

Job description

Christmas & Outdoor Leisure Department Manager

Hours: 42.5 hours/week (Alternate weekends)

Salary: Negotiable, dependent on experience

We're seeking a talented Department Manager to lead the Christmas & Outdoor Leisure Department at a thriving garden centre. This centre is part of a leading and fast-growing Garden Centre Group, well known for its award-winning customer service and strong focus on career development.

About the role:

As an Outdoor Leisure & Christmas Department Manager, you will spend 7 months of the year overseeing Outdoor Leisure products such as furniture, BBQs, and patio heaters, while the remaining 5 months will focus on managing the Christmas department. You will balance creative visual merchandising with a strong commercial sales focus, leading your team to deliver a unique customer experience while driving sales, profitability, and operational efficiency throughout the seasonal cycles.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the Outdoor Leisure & Christmas departments, ensuring smooth operations and excellent customer service.
• Forecast sales, optimize stock levels, and manage inventory to meet demand.
• Monitor department performance and implement actions to meet sales and profit targets.
• Create and execute visual merchandising strategies to enhance customer engagement.
• Recruit, train, and motivate team members to maintain high performance.
• Prioritize customer satisfaction, ensuring positive shopping experiences.
• Manage stock control, including rotation, replenishment, and timely ordering.

The Ideal candidate:

• Proven experience in a fast-paced retail environment with a strong commercial mindset.
• Confident team leader with excellent communication skills and a hands-on approach to developing others.
• Sharp eye for detail and high standards in creative product presentation, merchandising, and visual impact.
• Skilled in identifying and driving sales opportunities to meet and exceed targets.
• Comfortable using retail systems and performance data to manage stock and support decision-making.

Perks & Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• Staff Discounts
• Paid Holidays
• Career Development Opportunities
• Pension Scheme
• Free Parking

Get in touch!

If this sounds like the role for you, we'd love to hear from you! Send us your CV today.

To learn more, contact Leo at [e-mail] or call 01780 480530.