Horticulture Manager: Lead Plant Experience & Growth

Dobbies Garden Centres Ltd; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading garden centre retailer in the UK is seeking a Horticulture Manager to oversee the operations of their department in Edinburgh. The role requires experience in retail management, providing exceptional plant care advice, and leading a dedicated team. You will contribute to the department's sales and customer satisfaction by fostering an enthusiastic environment and ensuring adherence to safety standards. This position comes with generous perks including an uncapped store discount and opportunities for personal development.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

50% discount in Restaurants

25% discount in the Garden Centre

10% discount in food halls

Access to financial wellbeing support

Confidential support services

Access to development platforms

Qualifications

• Experience in managing horticulture operations.
• Ability to drive sales and understand profitability.
• Expertise in coaching and developing team members.
• Quick to adapt to changing priorities and regulations.
• Commitment to health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage horticulture department operations for sales growth.
• Provide expert plant care and gardening product advice.
• Enhance customer experience through team engagement.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Fulfill duty manager responsibilities as part of senior team.

Skills

Horticultural expertise

Retail management experience

Commercial awareness

Training and coaching ability

Adaptability

Job description

A leading garden centre retailer in the UK is seeking a Horticulture Manager to oversee the operations of their department in Edinburgh. The role requires experience in retail management, providing exceptional plant care advice, and leading a dedicated team. You will contribute to the department's sales and customer satisfaction by fostering an enthusiastic environment and ensuring adherence to safety standards. This position comes with generous perks including an uncapped store discount and opportunities for personal development.