My client presents an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious Gardening Department Manager to take ownership of a thriving department within one of the areas most prestigious garden centres. This role, available due to internal promotion, offers the perfect blend of hands-on retail management and creative leadership, with the advantage of every other weekend off and Christmas holidays - a rare find in retail management.
As Gardening Department Manager, you'll have the freedom to shape your department's success, combining your retail expertise with horticultural knowledge. While candidates from a garden centre or horticultural background would be particularly well-suited, my client is also keen to hear from retail managers who have experience in premium retail environments and share a passion for creating exceptional customer experiences. You'll have the opportunity to create stunning visual displays that inspire customers, while leading a dedicated team to deliver outstanding service.
This role empowers you to run your department like your own business, making strategic decisions about product placement, stock management, and sales strategies. Your creative flair will shine through as you design eye-catching displays and guide your team in sharing expert product knowledge with our discerning clientele.
What sets this role apart from other retail management positions?
- Industry-leading salary package reflecting the senior nature of this position
- Balanced lifestyle with every other weekend off and Christmas holiday - unprecedented in retail
- Clear career progression opportunities, demonstrated by this role becoming available through internal promotion
- Comprehensive training and development programme to enhance your management expertise
If you're ready to take the next step in your retail management journey and want to apply your premium retail or horticultural expertise as a Gardening Department Manager in an environment that values creativity, entrepreneurship, and work-life balance, this could be your ideal next move. To explore this opportunity further and learn more about how this role could enhance your career, apply now with your CV.