Straightline Retail Recruitment

Garden Centre Outdoor Manager £35,000 £38,000 + Package and Bonus Maidstone area The Person Picture this: a fresh February morning, the first hints of spring in the air. Snowdrops nod in the breeze, hellebores brighten the borders, and the garden centre buzzes with gardeners eager to plan their spring projects. The days are getting longer, the soil is waking up, and every corner of the garden hints at growth and possibility. There s nowhere better to be than outside, helping it all come to life. You re someone who thrives on that sense of renewal. A gardener at heart, you love sharing your knowledge, inspiring customers, and helping them bring their spring garden visions to life. You re approachable, professional, and genuinely enjoy connecting with people. Supporting your team comes naturally you take pride in helping others grow their skills and feel motivated as the season blossoms. The Role This is a role where you can make a real impact. With full training and ongoing support, the plant area will be yours to shape and nurture. From selecting stock and building relationships with trusted growers to leading a small, enthusiastic team, you ll set high standards and watch them flourish. Alongside a competitive salary, you ll enjoy sociable working hours, and while weekend work is part of the role, you ll benefit from every other weekend off. The Company A household name in UK garden retail, this company continues to grow year on year. Known for embracing fresh ideas and continual improvement, they are well-respected, financially secure, and entering the spring season full of confidence and optimism.

Retail General Manager £55,000 £65,000 + Car Allowance, Bonus & Full Benefits St Albans Retail is changing fast. Some businesses have struggled to keep up, but this one hasn t just survived, it s thrived. Profitable, stable, and always looking for new ways to delight their customers, they remain a leading player in one of retail s most exciting growth markets. With ambitious plans ahead, this is the perfect time to join. The Role As Retail General Manager, you ll take full ownership of the store s performance and direction. Reporting to the Regional Manager, you ll be responsible for: Leading all short, medium, and long-term plans for your site Setting and maintaining high standards across layout, product mix, visual merchandising, and service Driving sales, optimising operations, and managing budgets, including full P&L responsibility Delivering projects and overseeing almost everything that happens day-to-day This isn t just a job it s your store to run. You ll have the autonomy to make decisions, backed by a supportive leadership structure that s there when you need it and hands-off when you don t. Expect comprehensive training, a competitive package, a solid bonus, and a sensible approach to work-life balance (late nights and weekend work are kept to a minimum outside of peak periods). The Person You re an ambitious retailer with energy, ideas, and a genuine passion for delivering results. You combine a strong commercial instinct with a hands-on approach, thriving when you have the freedom to make things happen. Key strengths we re looking for: Proven ability to lead and inspire teams Expertise in visual merchandising and creating a compelling customer experience Strong analytical skills and a knack for spotting opportunities to grow sales and reduce shrink Entrepreneurial mindset and confidence in taking ownership of decisions The Company This is a household name with a long-standing reputation for quality and innovation. Financially rock-solid and forward-thinking, they re investing in growth and committed to staying ahead of the curve.