Deputy Garden Centre Manager

MorePeople; Dronfield; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discount across a wide product

Free on-site parking

Job summary

MorePeople is seeking a Deputy Garden Centre Manager in Derbyshire to support the Garden Centre Manager in daily operations and drive an excellent customer experience. The role focuses on leading a motivated team, maintaining high standards, and delivering strong sales performance.

Ideal candidates have retail experience in a garden centre or similar, with a passion for service, organisation, and a flexible weekend schedule. On-site parking and staff discounts are available.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail, ideally in a garden centre or similar environment.
• Confident in leading and supporting a team.
• Strong focus on customer service.
• Organised and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong retail awareness.
• Flexible with working hours, including weekends.
• Commercially aware with a focus on driving sales.

Responsibilities

• As Deputy Garden Centre Manager, you’ll support the Garden Centre Manager in the day‑to‑day running of the site.
• You’ll help ensure the team is motivated, standards are high, and customers receive a great experience every time they visit.

Skills

Retail experience

Team leadership

Customer service

Organisation

Retail awareness

Weekend availability

Sales driven

Job description

Deputy Garden Centre Manager | Derbyshire

Salary: DOE

Are you ready to step into your first management role within a garden centre, or looking for a fresh challenge in a similar environment? If you enjoy leading a team and thrive in a fast‑paced setting, this could be a great opportunity.

About the Business

We’re working with a well‑established garden centre group, known for its quality plants, wide product range, and strong focus on customer experience. Their centres are more than retail spaces, they’re places where customers come for inspiration, advice, and a great time.

Why Join?

• Join a growing business with a strong community feel
• Opportunities to develop and progress your career
• Friendly, supportive working environment
• Staff discount across a wide product range
• Free on‑site parking

The Role

As Deputy Garden Centre Manager, you’ll support the Garden Centre Manager in the day‑to‑day running of the site. You’ll help ensure the team is motivated, standards are high, and customers receive a great experience every time they visit.

About You

• Experience in retail, ideally in a garden centre or similar environment
• Confident in leading and supporting a team
• Strong focus on customer service
• Organised and able to manage multiple priorities
• Strong retail awareness
• Flexible with working hours, including weekends
• Commercially aware with a focus on driving sales