Hardy Plant Manager

Position: Hardy Plant Manager

Location: Somerset

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
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