HORTICULTURAL MANAGER Do you want to work in the independent sector where can utilise your talents within every area of the Plant Area, including Purchasing, Seasonal Changes, Merchandising, and management and development of the team and the plant area. This role will include : To grow the plant sales element of the business and increase turnover and profitability of the plant sales through good practice in ordering, pricing, displays and customer service. To work as part of the Company team formulating and implementing plans under management supervision to drive the business forward. To develop a team of appropriate numbers, quality and experience to increase sales and profitability Main Duties of Job To purchase stock in the correct quantities for the Plant Area/Garden Centre in line with company policy and budgets. To negotiate price levels and discounts with plant suppliers on a regular basis. To monitor the standard of plant stock purchased to ensure that the company’s quality standards are maintained. To assist the garden centre manager in maintaining the Company’s standard of customer service through other staff members. To assist the garden centre manager in the maintenance of a safe environment for customers and staff. To undertake a safety check from time to time as appropriate. To ensure that all Health and Safety procedures are complied with. To assist the garden centre manager in maintaini...