Deputy Garden Centre Manager

Morepeople 01780; Paddock Wood; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic garden centre group is seeking a Deputy Garden Centre Manager to enhance operations and oversee their Plant Area. The role requires proven retail management experience, strong leadership abilities, and a passion for gardening. You will be key in driving sales while ensuring excellent customer service in an inspiring and community-focused environment.

Benefits

Employee Discounts

Free On-site Parking

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in retail management, ideally within a garden centre.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a team.
• Good plant knowledge and enthusiasm for gardening.

Responsibilities

• Support the Garden Centre Manager in all aspects of leadership.
• Take direct responsibility for the Plant Area, ensuring it is well-presented and fully stocked.
• Drive sales and profitability within the plant department.

Skills

Retail Management Experience

Leadership Skills

Plant Knowledge

Customer Service Skills

Commercial Awareness

Job description

Deputy Garden Centre Manager | Kent

Salary: DOE

Do you combine strong retail management skills with a genuine passion for plants? Are you ready to take on a role that blends commercial leadership with hands-on horticultural knowledge? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading garden centre group as their Deputy Manager and Plant Area Manager, helping to drive both the operational success of the centre and the performance of its key plant department.

About the Business

We are working with a highly regarded garden centre group, known for their extensive range of plants, gardening products, and outdoor living solutions. More than just a retail destination, their centres are community hubs where customers come for inspiration, expert advice, and outstanding service.

Why Join Them?

• Be part of a dynamic business with a strong community presence
• Genuine opportunities for professional development and career progression
• A supportive and friendly work environment
• Employee discounts across their wide range of products
• Free on-site parking

The Role

As Deputy Garden Centre Manager, you will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the centre, supporting the Garden Centre Manager in all aspects of leadership and commercial performance. Alongside this, you will take direct responsibility for the Plant Area, ensuring it is well-presented, fully stocked, and delivering excellent sales results.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in retail management, ideally within a garden centre or horticultural environment
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a team
• Good plant knowledge and enthusiasm for gardening
• A customer-first mindset with excellent service and communication skills
• Commercial awareness and the ability to drive sales and profitability
• Organisational ability to handle a varied and fast-paced workload
• Flexibility to work weekends and bank holidays as required

How to Apply

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and share our passion for garden centres, we would love to hear from you! Please, get in touch with Michail for an informal chat at 01780 480530 or [e-mail]