Plantarea Buyer/Manager
Plantarea Buyer/Manager required
Ref No C458
Our client family run business which has grown considerably in recent years with an ever-increasing customer base have developed a hugely successful plants department operating with a sales turnover of approx. £1million, recognised in the Industry as leaders in their field. They strive to continuously meet the expectations and demands that are required to keep our homes and gardens glorious all year round and have a passion to deliver unrivalled customer experience, introducing new product lines. They are currently seeking a Plant Buyer/Manager who will work closely with the management and play an important role in the continued success of developing the department whilst leading and motivating a team.
Job Description:
Duties and responsibilities would include the following:
- Purchasing of all plant stock and negotiating with new and existing suppliers
- Creating innovative plants displays throughout the year
- Analysing sales and taking appropriate action
- Keeping up to date with market trends and fashion in retailing
- Leading and supervising a team of staff
- Providing outstanding levels of customer sales and service
- Duty Manager as and when required
- Accurate stock control with minimum wastage
- Liaising with senior management
Key Skills:
The appointed person will possess plant purchasing skills and a desire to provide outstanding customer service with an eye for detail and creative flair for providing innovative plant displays. This position requires strong leadership skills to lead from the front and inspire others and who is not willing to accept 2nd best. The appointed person will have excellent product knowledge and a good understanding of volume Plant Retailing whilst maintaining the highest quality and standards.
This company can also offer excellent long term career prospects and a challenging rewarding career in Horticulture.
If this Plantarea Buyer/Manager vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Ruth Bolam on 01233 732767 or info@horticruitment.com
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Arborist /Groundsmen - F243
Our client runs a successful landscape, arb, and grounds maintenance business which carries out work for a variety of clients, including Housing Developers, Housing Associations, Local Authorities, Construction Companies etc.
An opportunity has become available for experienced Arborists /Groundsmen to join their Arboricultural Association Approved Team. Positions are available at depots in west Norfolk and Peterborough.
Key points:
Your main role will be completing all arboricultural operations to the industry and statutory standards working at all times of the year and in all weather conditions. You will perform your duties in compliance with the requirements of the Arboricultural Association Approved Contractor scheme and to promote the company image and ethos.
You will be expected to assist in organising and maintaining a safe and effective work site, work to deadlines, supervise ground staff and assist in monthly on-site practice of aerial rescue techniques.
You will be able to work effectively with minimum supervision, complete tasks to satisfactory conclusions, and understand the importance of customer care.
Must haves:
Candidates for Groundsmen positions should have relevant qualifications up to a minimum of NPTC CS38 (002013). Arborists should be qualified to a minimum of CS39. Additional qualifications such as CS40 & CS41 will be a distinct advantage. A full UK driving licence is essential (with pre-97 or B+E again an advantage)
The successful candidate will be punctual and reliable, have a willingness to undertake further training, comfortable working alone and as part of a team, and they will have a positive attitude and good work ethic.
The ideal candidate would have a minimum of one years practical experience working in an arb environment.
If this Arborist /Groundsmen vacancy is of interest please apply or contact Mark Bolam on 01233 732767 or markbolam@horticruitment.com
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Head Gardener (Live in) - EC4716 - This position has been filled
A rare opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head Gardener to play a leading role on one of England’s beautiful and historic private estates. The role would suit a dedicated and enthusiastic plants person with excellent time management skills and the desire to manage from a hands-on perspective.
Nestled in beautiful countryside on the Cambridgeshire and Northamptonshire border, this working estate and historic family home has been inhabited by the same family for almost 400 years. The stunning gardens, which the current owners have improved over many years, are open to the public from May to September each year and play host to weddings and events throughout the summer months. The gardens require management to a high degree of detail in order to maintain the standards expected by visitors, and the owners themselves.
The 12 acres gardens comprise numerous rooms that include formal lawns, large herbaceous borders, an orangery, flower garden, a shrub garden, an arboretum, wilderness garden, orchard, water features (including a lily pond), extensive yew hedges, a large heated glasshouse and areas of magnificent topiary. The main house walls and associated buildings hold impressive stretches of wisteria complimented by dense lavender borders. Striking box parterres located on the South Front enhance the overall character of this classic English country garden.
An experienced Head Gardener is required to efficiently manage one under gardener and other part time staff, ensuring that the gardens are presented and maintained to the highest standard at all times. It is important that the Head Gardener shares the owners’ passion for these historic gardens, such that they are able to present themselves as an ambassador for the estate through the occasional delivery of garden talks and guided tours during the summer open gardens period.
Applicants for this opportunity should possess excellent horticultural knowledge and demonstrable experience in the management of each of the above features, ideally within a historic garden setting. Candidates should have experience of private estate garden management at Senior or Head Gardener level, health and safety knowledge from a training and practical aspect, experience of supervising staff and maintaining machinery. Excellent time and staff management skills are essential, as is a good level of physical fitness and the willingness to lead by example.
The Head Gardener will be required to set up and manage nursery propagating facilities to provide plants for the garden and some cut flowers for the house. The position is full time and will require some weekend work, during the summer. The Head Gardener will be encouraged to discuss new ideas with the owners. There are no non-horticultural duties required of the Head Gardener.
This excellent opportunity is provided with a three-bedroomed house in the village that backs onto parkland. Children are welcome, as are pets within reason. Council tax and rates are included, and a generous negotiable salary is offered in line with suitable applicants’ experience and knowledge. Applicants should be non-smokers and must hold a full UK driving licence.
It is important to note that applicants for this role should be willing to commit to the position on a long-term basis. This historic and nationally significant estate will remain in the family for many more years to come, with the next generation being just as passionate about the gardens as the current.
If this Head Gardener vacancy is of interest please apply or contact Mark Read on 01233 733510 or info@englsihcountrygardeners.co.uk .
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Outside Team Leader - C607
Are you a confident team leader with good Horticultural knowledge?
Can you provide excellent customer sales and service as an Outside Team Leader?
Do you enjoy working as part of a highly successful plants team?
Key points
- Monitoring sales to achieve departmental targets
- Ensuring stock is always of the highest standards in terms of quality
- Presentation, merchandising and displays of a wide range of products
- Supervising and training a small team of staff
Must haves
- A proven background in garden centre retailing
- Great team leadership skills
- Good Horticultural knowledge
- Be confident to support the department manager in all daily operations
If you are interested in the above vacancy please follow the link below, the consultant recruiting for the Outside Team Leader job is Pauline Thomas.
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