Hardy Plant Supervisor

MorePeople; Painswick; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading garden center group in Gloucestershire is seeking a Hardy Plant Supervisor to support the Plant Area Manager in maintaining high standards and driving sales. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of hardy plants, retail experience, and the ability to lead a team. This role offers excellent opportunities for career progression in a creative and supportive work environment.

Benefits

Career progression

Creative retail environment

Generous staff discount

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of hardy plants to maintain high standards.
• Retail experience ideally in a garden centre or similar environment.
• Supervisory experience or capability to step up.

Responsibilities

• Support the Manager in leading and mentoring the plant team.
• Maintain and refresh hardy plant displays.
• Oversee stock levels for quality and availability.
• Conduct sales analysis and produce reports.
• Provide knowledgeable advice to customers.

Skills

Knowledge of hardy plants (perennials, shrubs, trees)

Retail experience in a garden centre

Supervisory experience or capability

Analytical skills for sales data

Excellent communication skills

Job description

Hardy Plant Supervisor

Location: Gloucestershire

Working Hours: 40 hours per week (alternate weekends)

Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Part of one of the largest garden centre groups in the UK, this award‑winning centre is renowned for its exceptional plant selection, inspiring displays, and outstanding customer service. They’re now looking for a Hardy Plant Supervisor to support the Plant Area Manager in maintaining high standards, driving sales, and ensuring smooth day‑to‑day operations.

With the company’s continued growth, there are excellent opportunities for progression, making this an ideal role for an ambitious retailer with a passion for horticulture looking to take the next step in their career.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Manager in leading, mentoring, and motivating the hardy plant team.
• Maintain and refresh hardy plant displays for maximum seasonal impact.
• Oversee stock levels and ensure consistent quality and availability.
• Conduct sales analysis, produce reports, and take action based on findings.
• Provide knowledgeable, friendly advice to customers.

About You

• Strong knowledge of hardy plants, including perennials, shrubs, and trees.
• Retail experience, ideally in a garden centre or similar environment.
• Experience in a supervisory capacity – or capability to step up.
• A keen commercial eye and an ability to analyse data, then making targeted improvements/decisions based on that data.
• Hands‑on, proactive approach to daily operations and merchandising.
• Excellent communication skills and a passion for delivering great service.

Perks & Benefits

• Career progression in a growing, successful business.
• Creative, hands‑on retail environment.
• Generous staff discount.
• Supportive and friendly team culture.

To apply: send your CV to the application email or call the contact number to find out more.