Christmas & Outdoor Leisure Department Manager
Hours: 42.5 hours/week (Alternate weekends)
Salary: Negotiable, dependent on experience
We're seeking a talented Department Manager to lead the Christmas & Outdoor Leisure Department at a thriving garden centre. This centre is part of a leading and fast-growing Garden Centre Group, well known for its award-winning customer service and strong focus on career development.
About the role:
As an Outdoor Leisure & Christmas Department Manager, you will spend 7 months of the year overseeing Outdoor Leisure products such as furniture, BBQs, and patio heaters, while the remaining 5 months will focus on managing the Christmas department. You will balance creative visual merchandising with a strong commercial sales focus, leading your team to deliver a unique customer experience while driving sales, profitability, and operational efficiency throughout the seasonal cycles.
Responsibilities:
Manage the Outdoor Leisure & Christmas departments, ensuring smooth operations and excellent customer service.
Forecast sales, optimize stock levels, and manage inventory to meet demand.
Monitor department performance and implement actions to meet sales and profit targets.
Create and execute visual merchandising strategies to enhance customer engagement.
Recruit, train, and motivate team members to maintain high performance.
Prioritize customer satisfaction, ensuring positive shopping experiences.
Manage stock control, including rotation, replenishment, and timely ordering.
The Ideal candidate:
Proven experience in a fast-paced retail environment with a strong commercial mindset.
Confident team leader with excellent communication skills and a hands-on approach to developing others.
Sharp eye for detail and high standards in creative product presentation, merchandising, and visual impact.
Skilled in identifying and driving sales opportunities to meet and exceed targets.
Comfortable using retail systems and performance data to manage stock and support decision-making.
Perks & Benefits:
Competitive Salary
Staff Discounts
Paid Holidays
Career Development Opportunities
Pension Scheme
Free Parking
Get in touch!
If this sounds like the role for you, we'd love to hear from you! Send us your CV today.
To learn more, contact Leo at (url removed) or call (phone number removed)