Horticulture Manager — Lead Plant Dept & Retail Growth

Dobbies Garden Centres Ltd.; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading garden centre retailer in Bury St Edmunds is looking for a Horticulture Manager to oversee department operations and provide expert plant advice. You will drive sales and promote customer loyalty while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. The ideal candidate will possess strong retail management experience and horticultural expertise. Join a passionate team that values customer experience and enjoys sharing their love for gardening.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Employee discounts

Financial wellbeing support

Access to counselling and wellbeing services

Development opportunities through Dobbies Academy

Qualifications

• Proven experience in retail management related to horticulture and gardening.
• Strong communication skills to effectively coach and train team members.
• Ability to adapt and manage changing priorities and workloads.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operational activities in the horticulture department.
• Provide expert plant care advice and guidance.
• Manage health and safety regulations to ensure a safe environment.
• Lead and motivate the team to enhance the customer experience.

Skills

Retail management

Horticultural expertise

Customer service

Commercial awareness

Team leadership

Job description

A leading garden centre retailer in Bury St Edmunds is looking for a Horticulture Manager to oversee department operations and provide expert plant advice. You will drive sales and promote customer loyalty while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. The ideal candidate will possess strong retail management experience and horticultural expertise. Join a passionate team that values customer experience and enjoys sharing their love for gardening.