Plant Area Manager | County Carlow, Ireland

Salary: DOE plus Relocation support and nearby accommodation are available

Are you an experienced horticulturist with a passion for retail and team management? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful, family-run Garden Centre as a plant area manager, based in the beautiful countryside of County Carlow.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a team to deliver excellent customer service and expert plant advice
• Oversee daily operations to ensure the plant area and wider shop floor are well-maintained, organised, and commercially focused
• Manage stock, including ordering, goods-in, merchandising, pricing, and regular stocktakes
• Support the DIY department, taking responsibility for its performance and presentation
• Drive sales, implementing seasonal plans, promotions, and displays to maximise performance
• Act as the main point of contact for customer enquiries, offering friendly, knowledgeable assistance
• Track performance using budgets and sales data to make informed, commercial decisions
• Ensure high standards in presentation, stock control, labelling, and health & safety compliance
• Maintain plant quality through effective care, handling, and display
• Stay informed on market trends to keep product ranges fresh and relevant

What we're looking for

• Experience in retail management, in a garden centre or horticultural setting
• A horticultural qualification with strong plant knowledge and a passion for gardening
• Confident leadership and people management skills with a focus on creating a positive workplace culture
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Customer-focused mindset with a hands-on, solutions-driven approach
• Strong attention to detail across operations, plant care, and store standards
• A full driving licence is preferred, as public transport does not run directly to the centre

What's on offer

• Competitive salary and the opportunity to lead a key department in a respected business
• Supportive, family-run environment with a strong team culture
• Relocation support is provided to help you settle in
• 3-bedroom rental property available, just a short walk from the centre
• Beautiful rural location in Leighlinbridge, County Carlow - ideal for those who love the outdoors
• Stable, daytime hours across five days per week (including weekends on a rota basis)
• Free on-site parking

Interested?

Please get in touch with Michail at michail@morepeople.co.uk or 01780 480530 if you would like to talk through this role in a bit more detail. CV or no CV, we can still have a chat!

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