Stewarts is a family-owned business established in 1742 with a history that can be tracked back eight generations.
We have three Garden Centres, a Nursery and a Landscaping division, all based in Dorset and Hampshire; our Garden centres are in Christchurch, Broomhill and Titchfield. We also have a central warehouse and Head Office based in Christchurch.
We are seeking a Manager to oversee the Outdoor Plants department within our Abbey Garden Centre in Titchfield, Fareham. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in retail management, a passion for plants and gardening, excellent leadership skills and a commitment to providing outstanding customer service.
Responsibilities
* Manage the smooth running of your department.
* Recruit the right people and manage the performance and deployment of staff within your department.
* Identify and manage all issues relating to stock ensuring that it is kept at an appropriate level for the season.
* Ensure the consistency of product, range and price is in line with those set by the buyers.
* Identify opportunities to increase sales in your department and across the centre.
* Contribute to the planning of space and seasonal changes within your department.
* Implement planned changes within your department.
* Ensure display presentation, pricing and signage are attractive to our customers.
* Organise and manage stocktakes, stock turn, markdowns and wastage within your department.
* Contribute to the smooth running of events.
* Provide excellent customer service, engaging with customers and encouraging feedback.
* Maintain fixtures, fittings, equipment and materials within your department.
* Authorise and process invoices efficiently.
* Ensure compliance with Health & Safety procedures.
Candidate Requirements
* A passion for plants and gardening.
* Proven experience in a garden centre or retail setting.
* Excellent leadership and team management skills.
* Outstanding customer service and communication skills.
* Able to work an average of 40 hours per week including alternate weekends.
If you are passionate about the garden centre industry and have strong leadership skills, we would love to hear from you
Join our team at Stewarts Abbey and contribute to our mission of providing exceptional products and services to our customers.
To apply, please send a copy of your CV and a covering letter highlighting your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role to:
HR Department, D Stewart & Son Ltd, 8 Christchurch Business Park, Radar Way, Christchurch BH23 4FL
Or e-mail:
Please Note: CVs that do not have an accompanying cover letter will not be considered.