Garden Centre Manager

Morepeople 01780; St Albans; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant and community-focused independent garden centre as a Garden Centre Manager. In this exciting role, you will lead a passionate team, ensuring exceptional customer service and driving sales performance. Your leadership will inspire the team while overseeing stock management and visual merchandising to create an engaging shopping experience. This is your chance to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment where your ideas will be valued. If you have a passion for garden retail and a knack for leadership, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Dynamic Work Environment

Community Engagement

Opportunity for Business Growth

Qualifications

• Proven experience in senior management within garden centres or retail.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate the team to provide outstanding service.
• Manage stock levels and supplier relationships effectively.
• Drive sales and enhance business growth while ensuring profitability.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Organisational Skills

Problem-Solving Abilities

Commercial Awareness

Customer Service Skills

Education

Senior Management Experience in Retail

Job description

Garden Centre Manager | Hertfordshire

Salary: DOE

Are you a passionate and experienced Store Manager with a love for garden retail? We are recruiting for a Garden Centre Manager to lead the team at a well-established, independent garden centre.

About the Role

As the Garden Centre Manager, you will be responsible for the overall running of the centre, ensuring excellent customer service, strong commercial performance, and a thriving team environment. You'll oversee stock management, merchandising, and drive sales while maintaining high standards.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead and motivate a team to deliver outstanding service and expert advice.
2. Manage stock levels, ordering, and supplier relationships.
3. Oversee visual merchandising to create an attractive and engaging shopping experience.
4. Drive sales and business growth while maintaining profitability.
5. Ensure smooth day-to-day operations, including health & safety and compliance.
6. Develop and implement strategies to enhance the centre's reputation and customer base.

About You

1. Previous senior management experience in a garden centre or retail.
2. Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and develop a team.
3. Commercially astute with a keen eye for retail trends and sales opportunities.
4. Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities.
5. Passion for plants, garden retail, and delivering a great customer experience.

Why Join the Business?

1. Be part of a friendly, independent business with a strong community feel.
2. Opportunity to shape and grow the business.
3. Work in a dynamic and rewarding environment where your ideas matter.

How to Apply

If this role sounds like you, please apply below or alternatively contact Michail for an informal chat at [e-mail] or 01780 480530.

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