Garden Centre Manager

Garden Centre Manager

Kelso, Scotland

Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits

Are you an inspiring retail leader who thrives in a hands-on environment?
Do you have a passion for horticulture, high standards, and creating memorable customer experiences?

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced retail or garden centre manager to take the next step in their career with a well-respected, people-first business. We're seeking a dynamic Garden Centre Manager to lead, motivate, and develop the team - someone who leads from the front and brings energy, ideas, and a "can-do" approach every day.

What You'll Be Doing

As Garden Centre Manager, you'll take full responsibility for all operational aspects of the store, ensuring it runs smoothly and successfully. You will:

• Lead by example with a hands-on approach to day-to-day retail operations
• Motivate and support the wider store team, including Assistant Managers and supervisors
• Champion an exceptional customer experience at every touchpoint
• Drive commercial performance and exceed sales targets
• Maintain strong standards of merchandising and product availability
• Manage budgets, staffing levels, cash handling, and administrative duties
• Take a proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making
• Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety legislation
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and engaging workplace culture
• Keep all areas - front and back of house - clean, tidy, and well-organised
• Contribute fresh ideas to help grow the business further

About You

We're looking for someone who is:

• A natural leader with previous experience in a management role, ideally in retail or garden centre operations
• Passionate about delivering high standards and outstanding customer service
• Professional and composed when handling challenges
• Confident in coaching and developing a team
• Commercially aware with a keen eye for detail and product presentation
• Enthusiastic, driven, and full of initiative
• Comfortable with the practical side of the job - this is a role for someone who enjoys being active and involved

What's In It for You

• A competitive salary
• Daytime-only hours - enjoy a great work/life balance
• Enhanced holiday entitlement
• Ongoing training and development
• Staff discount and incentive schemes
• Friendly and supportive team culture

Our client is a people-focused and values-driven business, passionate about both their products and their people. If you're ready to grow your career in a role where no two days are the same, we'd love to hear from you.

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