Hardy Plant Manager
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Location:
Canterbury
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Sector:
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Salary:
Negotiable
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Contact:
Leo Novakovic
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Job ref:
LN19486
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Published:
about 17 hours ago
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Startdate:
ASAP
Position: Hardy Plant Manager
Location: Canterbury
Hours: 40 hours alternate weekends
Are you an experienced retail manager with a strong horticultural background? If you're looking to take the lead in a fast-paced plant department within one of the UK's top garden centre groups, this is a fantastic opportunity.
This role is ideal for someone with proven retail management experience and strong plant knowledge, ready to take full ownership of a key category. You'll be part of a national group known for quality, training, and promoting talent from .
What you'll be doing:
As Hardy Plant Manager, you'll take full responsibility for the commercial and operational performance of the hardy plant area.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Leading and developing a small team to deliver excellent service and results
- Maintaining high standards in plant health, displays, and product presentation
- Managing stock levels, seasonal planning, and promotional activity
- Delivering sales targets and department KPIs through strong retail execution
- Providing expert advice to customers and setting the tone for service standards
- Supporting the wider management team in the day-to-day running of the centre
What they're looking for:
- Retail management experience is essential - you'll already have led a team in a busy commercial environment
- Strong horticultural knowledge is a must - particularly around hardy plants and seasonal trends
- Confident people management skills and a hands-on leadership style
- A commercial mindset, with the ability to analyse performance and spot sales opportunities
- Passion for creating a great customer experience through team engagement and plant presentation
Perks & Benefits:
- Join a market-leading garden centre group with an excellent reputation for staff development.
- Take on a high-visibility role in a busy, well-invested centre.
- Enjoy clear opportunities to grow your career - many senior leaders in the business started in similar roles.
- Free onsite parking.
- Guaranteed yearly pay rise.
Apply now
This is an urgent hire, so don't delay. Send your CV to leo@morepeople.co.uk or call 01780 480530 to learn more in confidence.
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