Garden Centre Manager Wickford Hours : Full-time, 45 hours a week, alternate weekends Salary : Flexible If you're someone who loves the buzz of garden retail, enjoys leading a team from the front, and takes pride in creating a centre customers genuinely enjoy visiting, this could be the opportunity for you. We're looking for an experienced Garden Centre Manager to join the UK's leading family-owned garden centre group. This is a busy, hands-on role where you'll have the chance to make a real impact; leading your team, driving performance, and creating an environment where both customers and colleagues thrive. You'll be leading the full operation with a good level of autonomy, keeping standards high, motivating the team through busy trading periods, and making sure every customer leaves having had a great experience. Whether it's driving sales, managing stock, supporting colleague development, or jumping onto the shop floor when needed, no two days will be the same, which makes this role even more rewarding. They're looking for someone who brings energy, commercial awareness, and a genuine passion for people and retail. In return, you'll be joining a growing business where your experience, ideas, and leadership will truly be valued. What the role will involve: Leading the shop floor and creating a positive customer experience Managing KPIs, budgets, rotas, and overall commercial performance Coaching, developing, and motivating the wider team Overseeing stock control, ordering, and merchandising standards Ensuring compliance across health & safety, cash handling, EPOS, and company procedures Supporting succession planning and colleague training Keyholder responsibilities and day-to-day operational management What we're looking for: Previous retail management experience at the Manager or Deputy Manager level Experience in Garden Retail is desirable Strong retail leadership skills within a fast-paced environment A hands-on approach with the ability to lead by example Excellent communication and team management skills Commercial awareness with a focus on results and customer service Plant knowledge or horticultural experience is desirable Confident using Excel for rotas, budgeting, and reporting What's on offer: Staff discount across garden centres, restaurants, and leisure facilities Free staff parking Long-term development opportunities within a growing business If you're passionate about retail, enjoy leading teams, and want to be part of a growing and forward-thinking business, please get in contact with Elleanna, at (url removed)!
May 22, 2026
Full time
Garden Centre Manager Wickford Hours : Full-time, 45 hours a week, alternate weekends Salary : Flexible If you're someone who loves the buzz of garden retail, enjoys leading a team from the front, and takes pride in creating a centre customers genuinely enjoy visiting, this could be the opportunity for you. We're looking for an experienced Garden Centre Manager to join the UK's leading family-owned garden centre group. This is a busy, hands-on role where you'll have the chance to make a real impact; leading your team, driving performance, and creating an environment where both customers and colleagues thrive. You'll be leading the full operation with a good level of autonomy, keeping standards high, motivating the team through busy trading periods, and making sure every customer leaves having had a great experience. Whether it's driving sales, managing stock, supporting colleague development, or jumping onto the shop floor when needed, no two days will be the same, which makes this role even more rewarding. They're looking for someone who brings energy, commercial awareness, and a genuine passion for people and retail. In return, you'll be joining a growing business where your experience, ideas, and leadership will truly be valued. What the role will involve: Leading the shop floor and creating a positive customer experience Managing KPIs, budgets, rotas, and overall commercial performance Coaching, developing, and motivating the wider team Overseeing stock control, ordering, and merchandising standards Ensuring compliance across health & safety, cash handling, EPOS, and company procedures Supporting succession planning and colleague training Keyholder responsibilities and day-to-day operational management What we're looking for: Previous retail management experience at the Manager or Deputy Manager level Experience in Garden Retail is desirable Strong retail leadership skills within a fast-paced environment A hands-on approach with the ability to lead by example Excellent communication and team management skills Commercial awareness with a focus on results and customer service Plant knowledge or horticultural experience is desirable Confident using Excel for rotas, budgeting, and reporting What's on offer: Staff discount across garden centres, restaurants, and leisure facilities Free staff parking Long-term development opportunities within a growing business If you're passionate about retail, enjoy leading teams, and want to be part of a growing and forward-thinking business, please get in contact with Elleanna, at (url removed)!
Plant Area Manager Location: Buckinghamshire Salary: 28,000 - 30,000 (DOE) Hours: 37.5 per week, alternate weekends This is a great opportunity to join a well-known, family-run garden centre group, taking ownership of a large plant area within a medium-sized centre. The site has been through a period of transition, with a refreshed team and renewed focus on horticulture. The plant area remains the biggest trading department, offering a strong platform for someone commercially minded to make an impact. Horticultural knowledge and retail management experience are key requirements for the position. What you'll be doing: Taking full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the plant area. Managing stock control, ordering, and sales performance across a high-volume department. Working with central teams on product allocation, ensuring the right volumes at the right time. Monitoring sales, shrinkage, and wastage, using reporting to drive performance. Leading and developing a mixed team, bringing new and existing staff together. Maintaining high standards of merchandising and availability across the department. Acting as deputy to the Garden Centre Manager when required. Driving sales through strong retail standards and customer engagement. What they're looking for: Proven retail management experience, ideally within garden retail or similar environments. Good plant knowledge, but not necessarily a specialist horticulturist. Strong commercial awareness, particularly around stock, sales, and margin. A confident leader who can bring structure and direction to a developing team. Comfortable with reporting, admin, and the operational side of retail. A hands-on approach with the ability to balance shop floor presence and admin responsibilities. Perks & Benefits Join a respected, family-owned garden centre group with a strong reputation. A key role within the centre's biggest and most important department. Supportive and flexible management team. Opportunity to shape and develop a relatively new team. Staff discount and company benefits package. Pension scheme and holiday allowance. Free onsite parking. Full benefits package available on request. Apply now To apply, send your CV to (url removed) or call (phone number removed) for a confidential chat.
May 22, 2026
Full time
Plant Area Manager Location: Buckinghamshire Salary: 28,000 - 30,000 (DOE) Hours: 37.5 per week, alternate weekends This is a great opportunity to join a well-known, family-run garden centre group, taking ownership of a large plant area within a medium-sized centre. The site has been through a period of transition, with a refreshed team and renewed focus on horticulture. The plant area remains the biggest trading department, offering a strong platform for someone commercially minded to make an impact. Horticultural knowledge and retail management experience are key requirements for the position. What you'll be doing: Taking full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the plant area. Managing stock control, ordering, and sales performance across a high-volume department. Working with central teams on product allocation, ensuring the right volumes at the right time. Monitoring sales, shrinkage, and wastage, using reporting to drive performance. Leading and developing a mixed team, bringing new and existing staff together. Maintaining high standards of merchandising and availability across the department. Acting as deputy to the Garden Centre Manager when required. Driving sales through strong retail standards and customer engagement. What they're looking for: Proven retail management experience, ideally within garden retail or similar environments. Good plant knowledge, but not necessarily a specialist horticulturist. Strong commercial awareness, particularly around stock, sales, and margin. A confident leader who can bring structure and direction to a developing team. Comfortable with reporting, admin, and the operational side of retail. A hands-on approach with the ability to balance shop floor presence and admin responsibilities. Perks & Benefits Join a respected, family-owned garden centre group with a strong reputation. A key role within the centre's biggest and most important department. Supportive and flexible management team. Opportunity to shape and develop a relatively new team. Staff discount and company benefits package. Pension scheme and holiday allowance. Free onsite parking. Full benefits package available on request. Apply now To apply, send your CV to (url removed) or call (phone number removed) for a confidential chat.
Horticultural Manager (Garden Centre) Location: East Surrey Salary: Competitive (DOE) Hours: 40 per week, alternate weekends This is a great opportunity to join a well-established, family-owned garden centre group, taking a key role within the plant department of a busy and customer-focused site. You'll be working closely with the Garden Centre Manager to support the success of the department, within a business known for its strong horticultural standards and positive working culture. What you'll be doing: Supporting the day-to-day running of the plant department, ensuring strong commercial performance. Taking responsibility for the department in the absence of the manager. Stock control, ordering, and managing availability across the plant range. Working closely with product managers to optimise range and seasonal lines. Driving sales through excellent merchandising and customer interaction. Maintaining high standards of presentation and plant quality. Organising and supporting the team to deliver strong customer service. Handling customer queries and complaints in a professional manner. What they're looking for: Excellent horticultural knowledge (key) Previous experience within a garden centre or DIY retail environment. Experience supervising or managing a team in a retail setting. Good commercial awareness, particularly around stock and sales. Confident, hands-on approach with strong customer focus. Comfortable using IT systems for stock and ordering. Perks & Benefits Join a long-established, family-run garden centre group with an excellent reputation. Generous staff discount - up to 30% in-store and 50% in restaurants. Increasing holiday allowance with service. Annual discretionary Christmas bonus. Company pension scheme and Cycle2Work scheme. Ongoing training and development opportunities. Additional perks including birthday benefits and recognition schemes. Free onsite parking. Full benefits package available on request
May 22, 2026
Full time
Horticultural Manager (Garden Centre) Location: East Surrey Salary: Competitive (DOE) Hours: 40 per week, alternate weekends This is a great opportunity to join a well-established, family-owned garden centre group, taking a key role within the plant department of a busy and customer-focused site. You'll be working closely with the Garden Centre Manager to support the success of the department, within a business known for its strong horticultural standards and positive working culture. What you'll be doing: Supporting the day-to-day running of the plant department, ensuring strong commercial performance. Taking responsibility for the department in the absence of the manager. Stock control, ordering, and managing availability across the plant range. Working closely with product managers to optimise range and seasonal lines. Driving sales through excellent merchandising and customer interaction. Maintaining high standards of presentation and plant quality. Organising and supporting the team to deliver strong customer service. Handling customer queries and complaints in a professional manner. What they're looking for: Excellent horticultural knowledge (key) Previous experience within a garden centre or DIY retail environment. Experience supervising or managing a team in a retail setting. Good commercial awareness, particularly around stock and sales. Confident, hands-on approach with strong customer focus. Comfortable using IT systems for stock and ordering. Perks & Benefits Join a long-established, family-run garden centre group with an excellent reputation. Generous staff discount - up to 30% in-store and 50% in restaurants. Increasing holiday allowance with service. Annual discretionary Christmas bonus. Company pension scheme and Cycle2Work scheme. Ongoing training and development opportunities. Additional perks including birthday benefits and recognition schemes. Free onsite parking. Full benefits package available on request
Horticultural Manager (Garden Centre) Location: Warrington Salary: 31,200+ DOE ( 16ph - flexibility for the right candidate) Hours: 37.5 hours per week, rota basis including alternate weekends This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established, independently owned garden centre group with a strong reputation for quality plants, retail standards, and customer service. Family-owned and operating multiple successful sites across the North West, the business has built a loyal customer base through its strong horticultural offering and traditional garden centre values. They're looking to appoint a hands on Manager to lead the plant area in a very busy centre of theirs. You will manage a skilled team, while working closely with senior leadership and the wider buying team. To be considered for this position, you must have garden centre experience. Key Responsibilities Managing the day-to-day running of the outdoor plant department Leading and supporting a team of 5 staff, including 2 supervisors Overseeing merchandising, stock presentation, and retail standards across seasonal and hardy plant categories Taking responsibility for buying within selected seasonal areas, including bedding plants, supported by a central buying structure Using EPOS sales data to support commercial buying decisions and stock flow management Managing deliveries, stock control, and plant area organisation Supporting wider operational standards across the department during peak trading periods Working closely with senior management and the group plant buying team What They're Looking For Previous experience within a garden centre retail environment is essential Experience at Supervisor, Assistant Manager, or Plant Manager level Exposure to plant buying or commercial stock management is highly desirable Strong retail awareness with an understanding of seasonal trading and merchandising A hands-on management style with the ability to support and motivate a small team Good operational and organisational skills within a fast-paced retail environment Candidates from independent garden centres or specialist horticultural retailers preferred Applicants from DIY retail backgrounds alone (B&Q/Homebase style environments) are unlikely to be suitable Why Join? Join a respected independent garden centre group with an established reputation across the North West Opportunity to take ownership of a key department within a supportive leadership structure A combination of autonomy and support from an experienced central buying team Stable, long-term opportunity within a family-run business Competitive starting salary with performance-based review potential 28 days holiday, including bank holidays This is an urgent hire! If you have any questions, please get in touch with (url removed)
May 22, 2026
Full time
Horticultural Manager (Garden Centre) Location: Warrington Salary: 31,200+ DOE ( 16ph - flexibility for the right candidate) Hours: 37.5 hours per week, rota basis including alternate weekends This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established, independently owned garden centre group with a strong reputation for quality plants, retail standards, and customer service. Family-owned and operating multiple successful sites across the North West, the business has built a loyal customer base through its strong horticultural offering and traditional garden centre values. They're looking to appoint a hands on Manager to lead the plant area in a very busy centre of theirs. You will manage a skilled team, while working closely with senior leadership and the wider buying team. To be considered for this position, you must have garden centre experience. Key Responsibilities Managing the day-to-day running of the outdoor plant department Leading and supporting a team of 5 staff, including 2 supervisors Overseeing merchandising, stock presentation, and retail standards across seasonal and hardy plant categories Taking responsibility for buying within selected seasonal areas, including bedding plants, supported by a central buying structure Using EPOS sales data to support commercial buying decisions and stock flow management Managing deliveries, stock control, and plant area organisation Supporting wider operational standards across the department during peak trading periods Working closely with senior management and the group plant buying team What They're Looking For Previous experience within a garden centre retail environment is essential Experience at Supervisor, Assistant Manager, or Plant Manager level Exposure to plant buying or commercial stock management is highly desirable Strong retail awareness with an understanding of seasonal trading and merchandising A hands-on management style with the ability to support and motivate a small team Good operational and organisational skills within a fast-paced retail environment Candidates from independent garden centres or specialist horticultural retailers preferred Applicants from DIY retail backgrounds alone (B&Q/Homebase style environments) are unlikely to be suitable Why Join? Join a respected independent garden centre group with an established reputation across the North West Opportunity to take ownership of a key department within a supportive leadership structure A combination of autonomy and support from an experienced central buying team Stable, long-term opportunity within a family-run business Competitive starting salary with performance-based review potential 28 days holiday, including bank holidays This is an urgent hire! If you have any questions, please get in touch with (url removed)
Horticultural Manager (Garden Centre) Location: Gloucestershire Salary: From 29,000 flexible for the right candidate DOE Hours: 37.5 per week, rota basis alternate weekends This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established, family-run garden centre as a Horticultural Manager, leading a busy and diverse plant area within a premium retail environment where quality and customer experience are at the heart of the business. The centre has built a strong reputation for high standards across horticulture and retail, supported by an experienced leadership team and a collaborative buying structure. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on horticultural professional to take ownership of a key department and make a real impact. Your key responsibilities will include: Managing the day-to-day running of the plant area, ensuring high standards across all categories Overseeing a broad range of stock, including hardy plants, bedding, and houseplants Taking responsibility for ordering across plant categories, working with central buying teams and allocations Leading and supporting a small team to deliver strong operational and retail standards Driving excellent visual merchandising and maintaining high-quality plant displays Managing stock flow, including unloading deliveries, booking in stock, and merchandising Overseeing additional product areas such as compost, aggregates, and landscaping materials Working closely with the wider management team to ensure a consistent and high-performing department What they're looking for: Previous experience in a horticultural retail environment at Supervisor or Manager level Strong plant knowledge across a range of categories, including hardy and seasonal plants A hands-on approach with the ability to lead from the front in a physical retail environment Experience in stock management, ordering, and working with deliveries A team-focused individual with strong communication and leadership skills Passion for horticulture and delivering excellent retail standards Flexibility to work weekends and peak seasonal periods Ability to commute to the Cheltenham site Why join? Join a respected, family-run garden centre group with a strong reputation for quality plants and retail excellence Work within a supportive leadership team with experienced managers on site Be part of a collaborative business with centralised buying support Opportunity to take ownership of a key department and develop your career further Competitive salary with ongoing pay reviews and a benefits package including staff discounts, pension, and free parking
May 22, 2026
Full time
Horticultural Manager (Garden Centre) Location: Gloucestershire Salary: From 29,000 flexible for the right candidate DOE Hours: 37.5 per week, rota basis alternate weekends This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established, family-run garden centre as a Horticultural Manager, leading a busy and diverse plant area within a premium retail environment where quality and customer experience are at the heart of the business. The centre has built a strong reputation for high standards across horticulture and retail, supported by an experienced leadership team and a collaborative buying structure. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on horticultural professional to take ownership of a key department and make a real impact. Your key responsibilities will include: Managing the day-to-day running of the plant area, ensuring high standards across all categories Overseeing a broad range of stock, including hardy plants, bedding, and houseplants Taking responsibility for ordering across plant categories, working with central buying teams and allocations Leading and supporting a small team to deliver strong operational and retail standards Driving excellent visual merchandising and maintaining high-quality plant displays Managing stock flow, including unloading deliveries, booking in stock, and merchandising Overseeing additional product areas such as compost, aggregates, and landscaping materials Working closely with the wider management team to ensure a consistent and high-performing department What they're looking for: Previous experience in a horticultural retail environment at Supervisor or Manager level Strong plant knowledge across a range of categories, including hardy and seasonal plants A hands-on approach with the ability to lead from the front in a physical retail environment Experience in stock management, ordering, and working with deliveries A team-focused individual with strong communication and leadership skills Passion for horticulture and delivering excellent retail standards Flexibility to work weekends and peak seasonal periods Ability to commute to the Cheltenham site Why join? Join a respected, family-run garden centre group with a strong reputation for quality plants and retail excellence Work within a supportive leadership team with experienced managers on site Be part of a collaborative business with centralised buying support Opportunity to take ownership of a key department and develop your career further Competitive salary with ongoing pay reviews and a benefits package including staff discounts, pension, and free parking
Garden Centre Horticultural Manager £38 - 42,000 + Package & Bonus Chester Picture this: a bright April morning. Spring is in full swing. Tulips are bursting into colour, trees are coming into leaf, and benches are packed with vibrant bedding plants ready to go. Gardeners are out in force, trolleys filling fast, plans turning into reality. The season is at its peak. There s nowhere better to be. We re looking for someone who thrives on this energy. You re a gardener at heart passionate about plants, generous with your knowledge, and naturally inspiring to others. You love helping customers turn their garden dreams into reality, and you take real pride in developing people as much as plants. Helping others grow isn t just part of the job it s part of who you are. The Role This is a hands-on leadership position where you ll truly make your mark. With full training and ongoing support, you ll take ownership of the plant area shaping the range, driving standards, and building a team that thrives during the busiest and most exciting time of year. Key Responsibilities: Curating and selecting high-quality stock from trusted growers Leading, coaching, and developing a small, enthusiastic team Setting exceptional standards for presentation and plant care Delivering an inspiring, knowledgeable customer experience Driving commercial performance through strong seasonal planning You ll enjoy a competitive salary, bonus potential, and sociable working hours. Weekend work is part of the role, but you ll have every other weekend off giving you time to enjoy your own garden too. The Company You ll be joining a well-established and growing UK garden retail brand. Financially secure, forward-thinking, and passionate about continuous improvement, they re heading into the peak Spring 2026 season with confidence and ambition. They value people who are: Passionate about horticulture Professional and commercially aware Customer-focused and people-driven Keen to grow their career in a thriving business If you re ready to take ownership of a plant department at the most exciting time of year and help it flourish we d love to hear from you.
May 21, 2026
Full time
Garden Centre Horticultural Manager £38 - 42,000 + Package & Bonus Chester Picture this: a bright April morning. Spring is in full swing. Tulips are bursting into colour, trees are coming into leaf, and benches are packed with vibrant bedding plants ready to go. Gardeners are out in force, trolleys filling fast, plans turning into reality. The season is at its peak. There s nowhere better to be. We re looking for someone who thrives on this energy. You re a gardener at heart passionate about plants, generous with your knowledge, and naturally inspiring to others. You love helping customers turn their garden dreams into reality, and you take real pride in developing people as much as plants. Helping others grow isn t just part of the job it s part of who you are. The Role This is a hands-on leadership position where you ll truly make your mark. With full training and ongoing support, you ll take ownership of the plant area shaping the range, driving standards, and building a team that thrives during the busiest and most exciting time of year. Key Responsibilities: Curating and selecting high-quality stock from trusted growers Leading, coaching, and developing a small, enthusiastic team Setting exceptional standards for presentation and plant care Delivering an inspiring, knowledgeable customer experience Driving commercial performance through strong seasonal planning You ll enjoy a competitive salary, bonus potential, and sociable working hours. Weekend work is part of the role, but you ll have every other weekend off giving you time to enjoy your own garden too. The Company You ll be joining a well-established and growing UK garden retail brand. Financially secure, forward-thinking, and passionate about continuous improvement, they re heading into the peak Spring 2026 season with confidence and ambition. They value people who are: Passionate about horticulture Professional and commercially aware Customer-focused and people-driven Keen to grow their career in a thriving business If you re ready to take ownership of a plant department at the most exciting time of year and help it flourish we d love to hear from you.
Straight Line Retail Recruitment
Chester, Cheshire
Garden Centre Horticultural Manager £ + Package & Bonus Chester Area Picture this: a bright April morning. Spring is in full swing. Tulips are bursting into colour, trees are coming into leaf, and benches are packed with vibrant bedding plants ready to go. Gardeners are out in force, trolleys filling fast, plans turning into reality. The season is at its peak. There's nowhere better to be. We're looking for someone who thrives on this energy. You're a gardener at heart - passionate about plants, generous with your knowledge, and naturally inspiring to others. You love helping customers turn their garden dreams into reality, and you take real pride in developing people as much as plants. Helping others grow isn't just part of the job - it's part of who you are. The Role This is a hands-on leadership position where you'll truly make your mark. With full training and ongoing support, you'll take ownership of the plant area - shaping the range, driving standards, and building a team that thrives during the busiest and most exciting time of year. Key Responsibilities: Curating and selecting high-quality stock from trusted growers Leading, coaching, and developing a small, enthusiastic team Setting exceptional standards for presentation and plant care Delivering an inspiring, knowledgeable customer experience Driving commercial performance through strong seasonal planning You'll enjoy a competitive salary, bonus potential, and sociable working hours. Weekend work is part of the role, but you'll have every other weekend off - giving you time to enjoy your own garden too. The Company You'll be joining a well-established and growing UK garden retail brand. Financially secure, forward-thinking, and passionate about continuous improvement, they're heading into the peak Spring 2026 season with confidence and ambition. They value people who are: Passionate about horticulture Professional and commercially aware Customer-focused and people-driven Keen to grow their career in a thriving business If you're ready to take ownership of a plant department at the most exciting time of year - and help it flourish - we'd love to hear from you.
May 20, 2026
Full time
Garden Centre Horticultural Manager £ + Package & Bonus Chester Area Picture this: a bright April morning. Spring is in full swing. Tulips are bursting into colour, trees are coming into leaf, and benches are packed with vibrant bedding plants ready to go. Gardeners are out in force, trolleys filling fast, plans turning into reality. The season is at its peak. There's nowhere better to be. We're looking for someone who thrives on this energy. You're a gardener at heart - passionate about plants, generous with your knowledge, and naturally inspiring to others. You love helping customers turn their garden dreams into reality, and you take real pride in developing people as much as plants. Helping others grow isn't just part of the job - it's part of who you are. The Role This is a hands-on leadership position where you'll truly make your mark. With full training and ongoing support, you'll take ownership of the plant area - shaping the range, driving standards, and building a team that thrives during the busiest and most exciting time of year. Key Responsibilities: Curating and selecting high-quality stock from trusted growers Leading, coaching, and developing a small, enthusiastic team Setting exceptional standards for presentation and plant care Delivering an inspiring, knowledgeable customer experience Driving commercial performance through strong seasonal planning You'll enjoy a competitive salary, bonus potential, and sociable working hours. Weekend work is part of the role, but you'll have every other weekend off - giving you time to enjoy your own garden too. The Company You'll be joining a well-established and growing UK garden retail brand. Financially secure, forward-thinking, and passionate about continuous improvement, they're heading into the peak Spring 2026 season with confidence and ambition. They value people who are: Passionate about horticulture Professional and commercially aware Customer-focused and people-driven Keen to grow their career in a thriving business If you're ready to take ownership of a plant department at the most exciting time of year - and help it flourish - we'd love to hear from you.
Plant Area Manager North London/Hertfordshire Salary: DOE Are you a passionate horticultural professional who enjoys working outdoors and thrives in a fast-paced retail environment? Whether you're an experienced Plant Area Manager or an assistant plant manager/team leader with strong plant knowledge looking to take the next step, this could be an excellent opportunity to grow your career. About the Business This well-established and successful garden centre group is known for delivering exceptional customer service and offering a high-quality range of plants and gardening products. With continued investment and growth, they provide a supportive environment where both customers and employees can thrive. What's on Offer Staff discounts across the Garden Centre, Restaurant, and Leisure Park On-site parking Opportunities for training, development, and career progression within a growing business The chance to join a passionate and knowledgeable team The Role As Plant Area Manager, you'll take ownership of a busy and commercially focused plant department, ensuring high standards across plant quality, merchandising, customer service, and team performance. You'll play a key role in driving sales and profitability while supporting the wider management team with the day-to-day running of the site. Key Responsibilities Ordering and managing plant stock to ensure strong seasonal availability Maintaining high standards of housekeeping, plant quality, and customer service Leading, motivating, and developing the plant team Prioritising daily tasks to ensure smooth department operation Maximising sales and profitability by driving best-selling lines Reducing wastage and managing plant reductions effectively to maximise sell-through Monitoring KPIs, including sales, waste, and stock loss Supporting the Garden Centre Manager and Assistant Garden Centre Manager with wider site operations Acting as a key holder and overseeing the site as Duty Manager when required Ensuring compliance with health & safety procedures Managing recruitment, training, and performance within the team About You Strong plant knowledge and previous retail experience are essential Experience managing or supervising within a garden centre environment A confident leader with the ability to motivate and develop a team Commercially aware with a strong understanding of sales and stock management Excellent communication and organisational skills Flexible to work any 5 days out of 7, including weekends Full UK driving licence preferred, as some travel may be required Forklift licence and PA1/PA6 pesticide certificates are desirable but not essential What's Next? If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, contact Michail at MorePeople on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) for a confidential chat. No CV? No problem - we'd still love to hear from you.
May 19, 2026
Full time
Plant Area Manager North London/Hertfordshire Salary: DOE Are you a passionate horticultural professional who enjoys working outdoors and thrives in a fast-paced retail environment? Whether you're an experienced Plant Area Manager or an assistant plant manager/team leader with strong plant knowledge looking to take the next step, this could be an excellent opportunity to grow your career. About the Business This well-established and successful garden centre group is known for delivering exceptional customer service and offering a high-quality range of plants and gardening products. With continued investment and growth, they provide a supportive environment where both customers and employees can thrive. What's on Offer Staff discounts across the Garden Centre, Restaurant, and Leisure Park On-site parking Opportunities for training, development, and career progression within a growing business The chance to join a passionate and knowledgeable team The Role As Plant Area Manager, you'll take ownership of a busy and commercially focused plant department, ensuring high standards across plant quality, merchandising, customer service, and team performance. You'll play a key role in driving sales and profitability while supporting the wider management team with the day-to-day running of the site. Key Responsibilities Ordering and managing plant stock to ensure strong seasonal availability Maintaining high standards of housekeeping, plant quality, and customer service Leading, motivating, and developing the plant team Prioritising daily tasks to ensure smooth department operation Maximising sales and profitability by driving best-selling lines Reducing wastage and managing plant reductions effectively to maximise sell-through Monitoring KPIs, including sales, waste, and stock loss Supporting the Garden Centre Manager and Assistant Garden Centre Manager with wider site operations Acting as a key holder and overseeing the site as Duty Manager when required Ensuring compliance with health & safety procedures Managing recruitment, training, and performance within the team About You Strong plant knowledge and previous retail experience are essential Experience managing or supervising within a garden centre environment A confident leader with the ability to motivate and develop a team Commercially aware with a strong understanding of sales and stock management Excellent communication and organisational skills Flexible to work any 5 days out of 7, including weekends Full UK driving licence preferred, as some travel may be required Forklift licence and PA1/PA6 pesticide certificates are desirable but not essential What's Next? If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, contact Michail at MorePeople on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) for a confidential chat. No CV? No problem - we'd still love to hear from you.
Horticultural/Plant Manager Our client is an expanding garden centre business with sites around the UK. They now have an exciting position for this outstanding site. The ideal candidate will have Horticultural knowledge, some supervisory/management and retail expertise! If you have experience as a Plant Manager within the industry is preferred, however, applicants with a proven retail management background with a knowledge of plants will be considered. Working in the plant area is a high volume environment with a fast turnaround. The successful candidate should be physically fit as this is a very hands on role. A good knowledge of plants is essential to the role as is good customer service and a high standard of visual merchandising. The successful candidate will preferably possess either a horticultural qualification, will be in training or had practical horticultural experience Duties include: Actively working in the daily horticultural tasks of the Centre. Assisting the Centre Manager to maximise sales and profit by ensuring the efficient and effective management to Company standards, of the commerciality, merchandising, replenishment and housekeeping across the Garden Centre. Establish and maintain high horticultural and retail standards. Manage and support overall plant health within the Centre. Lead and motivate the staff in their team. Manage stock control of the department. Support Centre Manager in daily H&S tasks and paperwork, ensuring Health & Safety standards are always adhered to and maintained. Generate ideas and assist in the development of even better methods of working within the department. Help to achieve a high standard of customer service. Assist with complaints and queries from staff and customers. Assist where needed with the recruitment, training, development and individual performance of staff within the Centre to a high standard. Carry out additional duties as and when required such as managing store and to attend events in the absence of the Centre Manger. Assist when needed to effectively and efficiently plan and manage key events such as Christmas, Bank Holidays and Season Centre change.
May 18, 2026
Full time
Horticultural/Plant Manager Our client is an expanding garden centre business with sites around the UK. They now have an exciting position for this outstanding site. The ideal candidate will have Horticultural knowledge, some supervisory/management and retail expertise! If you have experience as a Plant Manager within the industry is preferred, however, applicants with a proven retail management background with a knowledge of plants will be considered. Working in the plant area is a high volume environment with a fast turnaround. The successful candidate should be physically fit as this is a very hands on role. A good knowledge of plants is essential to the role as is good customer service and a high standard of visual merchandising. The successful candidate will preferably possess either a horticultural qualification, will be in training or had practical horticultural experience Duties include: Actively working in the daily horticultural tasks of the Centre. Assisting the Centre Manager to maximise sales and profit by ensuring the efficient and effective management to Company standards, of the commerciality, merchandising, replenishment and housekeeping across the Garden Centre. Establish and maintain high horticultural and retail standards. Manage and support overall plant health within the Centre. Lead and motivate the staff in their team. Manage stock control of the department. Support Centre Manager in daily H&S tasks and paperwork, ensuring Health & Safety standards are always adhered to and maintained. Generate ideas and assist in the development of even better methods of working within the department. Help to achieve a high standard of customer service. Assist with complaints and queries from staff and customers. Assist where needed with the recruitment, training, development and individual performance of staff within the Centre to a high standard. Carry out additional duties as and when required such as managing store and to attend events in the absence of the Centre Manger. Assist when needed to effectively and efficiently plan and manage key events such as Christmas, Bank Holidays and Season Centre change.
Horticultural Manager Reading Up to £32,000 DOE Join a leading UK garden centre retailer and grow your horticultural career! Zachary Daniels Retail Recruitment is proud to partner with one of the UK's most respected garden and home retailers. We're looking for a passionate and knowledgeable Horticultural Manager to lead the plant and outdoor living department at their Reading location click apply for full job details
Sep 24, 2025
Full time
Horticultural Manager Reading Up to £32,000 DOE Join a leading UK garden centre retailer and grow your horticultural career! Zachary Daniels Retail Recruitment is proud to partner with one of the UK's most respected garden and home retailers. We're looking for a passionate and knowledgeable Horticultural Manager to lead the plant and outdoor living department at their Reading location click apply for full job details
