Sr Plant Area & Nursery Supervisor

MorePeople; Wymondham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

MorePeople is seeking a hands-on Sr Plant Area & Nursery Supervisor near Heathersett, Norfolk, to lead the plant department and growing operation at its Wymondham site. The role involves managing a small team, maintaining quality standards, and driving retail excellence.

You’ll oversee production and sales of homegrown plants, with a flexible title/salary for the right candidate and typical 40-hour weeks, weekends included. Strong plant knowledge is essential.

Qualifications

• Strong horticultural and plant production knowledge.
• Experience supervising or leading a small team.
• Customer-focused with excellent communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of 4–5 colleagues.
• Oversee day-to-day running of the retail plant area and growing operation.
• Maintain high plant quality and presentation standards.
• Support stock management, merchandising and seasonal displays.
• Deliver outstanding customer service and share expert plant advice.
• Train and support less experienced staff.

Skills

Plant knowledge

Team supervision

Customer service

Job description

Sr Plant Area & Nursery Supervisor (LN21729) Norfolk, England

Salary: GBP28000 - GBP35000 per annum + willing to flex title and salary

Sr Plant Area & Nursery Supervisor
Location: Near Heathersett, Norfolk
Salary: £30,000–£33,000 (Flexible for the right candidate)
An established independent garden centre is looking for a hands on Plant Area Supervisor to lead its plant department and growing operation at its Wymondham site.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong plant knowledge and growing experience who enjoys leading by example. You'll oversee a small team of 4 staff, maintain high retail standards, and play a key role in the production and sale of homegrown plants.

Willing to flex both title and salary for an exceptional candidate with management experience in a like for like environment.

The Role

You’ll be responsible for:

• Leading and developing a team of 4–5 colleagues.
• Overseeing the day-to-day running of the retail plant area and plant growing operation.
• Maintaining excellent plant quality and presentation standards.
• Supporting stock management, merchandising and seasonal displays.
• Delivering outstanding customer service and sharing expert plant advice.
• Training and supporting less experienced members of the team.
• Working closely with the wider garden centre team to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

As this is a traditional garden centre, the role is varied. During quieter horticultural periods, you’ll be expected to support other departments.

About You

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has strong horticultural and plant production knowledge/experience.
• Has experience supervising or leading a team.
• Is customer focused with excellent communication skills.
• Is reliable, hardworking and leads from the front.
• Enjoys being part of a close knit team while taking ownership of their department.

Working Hours

• 40 hours per week.
• Five-day working week.
• Working two out of every three weekends.
• Typical hours are around 9:00am–5:00pm, with flexibility required during busy periods.

Salary & Benefits

• Opportunity to join a well-established, family-run garden centre with a strong reputation for quality homegrown plants and excellent customer service.

This is an urgent requirement, but the business is prepared to wait for the right person. If you’re passionate about plants and enjoy combining horticulture with retail leadership, we’d love to hear from you.