Plant Area Manager

Position: Horticultural Manager Location: South / South East Salary: Competitive, dependent on experienceThis is an excellent opportunity to join a successful, long-standing independent garden centre group with a strong reputation for quality, customer service, and horticultural standards.The business operates a small, well-run site and is seeking a Horticultural Manager to take full responsibility for the plant area. This role is ideal for an experienced horticultural professional who enjoys a hands-on environment and wants real ownership within a close-knit operation.Horticultural qualifications are a necessity for the position. The roleAs Horticultural Manager, you will lead and develop the plant department, managing a small team of 3-4 staff while maintaining high standards across plant quality, presentation, and customer engagement.Key responsibilities include:Full management of the plant area, ensuring excellent standards, strong availability, and commercial performance.Leading, motivating, and developing a small team within a compact garden centre environment.Stock control, ordering, and replenishment, with careful planning around seasonality and space constraints.Providing knowledgeable, professional horticultural advice and delivering outstanding customer service.Working closely with the owners / senior management to maintain standards and identify opportunities for improvement.Ensuring compliance with all health, safety, and operational requirements.Taking a ..... full job details .....