Sundries Buyer / Duty Manager
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Our client is a group of family-run, independently owned garden centres, established over 30 years ago. They have a reputation for providing top quality gardening products and premium plants underpinned by a keen desire to serve their customers with respect and friendliness, sharing expert knowledge wherever possible. The garden centre has seen enormous change over recent years, they have introduced new product lines, built an award winning restaurant with modern facilities, expanded the outdoor plant area, as well as launching new departments across furniture, clothing, gifts and food. Now a new opportunity has arisen for a Sundries Buyer /Duty Manager to join this very successful team.
The Role
The successful candidate would work closely with the Retail Director and the wider buying team to ensure that all ranges offered are compelling, appropriate, available and customer focused across all sites. You would take responsibility for buying and delivering designated categories managing the end-to-end processes from range planning and supplier sourcing through to annual range launch delivery and working closely with the centre teams. You will have the ability to track all KPI and continually monitor and evaluate sales and profit figures on a weekly/monthly basis to ensure budgets are being met. Developing supplier relationships across each designated category will be essential to ensure the effective sourcing of products and ensure strong promotional plans for key seasonal events.
Provide on-going web-site and competitor analysis, ensuring appropriate pricing, margin and quality of product on all sites and identifying gaps and opportunities for the business to drive sales and profitability.
Key Duties
-Maintaining centre to a high standard
-Purchasing sundries and core gardening stock
-Management & development of centre staff
-Pricing, displaying & merchandising
-Giving guidance and advice to customers with their purchases
-Quality customer service
-Key holder and duty manager responsibilities
The Applicant
The ideal candidate will have sundries buying experience and are now looking to take that next step in their career. Applicants must have strong garden centre retailing knowledge, good written, numerical and IT skills, proven success in a similar customer-facing role within the Garden Centre sector and be looking to demonstrate their creative flair in a company that actively avoids the norm in favour of individuality.
If this Sundries Buyer / Duty Manager vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Sophie Sharpe on 01233 732767 or sophie@horticruitment.com.
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Garden Centre Manager
Garden Centre Manager required
Ref No: Z909
Our client is a large, long established, family run business based in Sussex, looking for a General Manager to be responsible for the management of the one of their flagship garden centres.
The 10-acre garden centre features a wide range of departments including plants, garden, pet and aquatics, garden buildings, food hall, restaurant, gift, furniture, homewares, clothing and garden machinery. A wide range of plants grown on the Company’s wholesale nursery are sold through the centres.
This is an exciting opportunity for a manager to lead the operational aspects of the site including maintenance and development, human resources, administration and sales, working closely with group buyers and Directors. The position is hands-on, working alongside and leading a team of department supervisors, team leaders and sales assistants to deliver very high standards of merchandising and customer satisfaction.
The role and responsibilities of the General Manager will include daily monitoring, control and implementation of company procedures, merchandising and presentation, short-life product management, accurate pricing and point of sale material, achieving target margins, minimising wastage, stock control, loss prevention as well as dealing effectively with customer complaints and queries.
The ideal candidate must be an experienced retail manager from either the garden centre, supermarket or high street retail sector. The candidate must have experience of working and managing a large multi-million pound store and be capable of managing, organizing and caring for 80+ employees.
The Company are proud to bring all staff into their family business ethos and the candidate will be required to support colleagues, working closely with the HR Manager, to encourage, inspire and generate goodwill among the team.
Horticultaral knowledge is not essential for the position. Experience in back office store management systems and front of house retail is essential. The General Manager will lead all retail and non-retail functions within the centre including health and safety, security, warehousing, deliveries and goods in, stock transfers and coordination of contractors and maintenance teams.
If this Garden Centre Manager vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Sara Yassin on 01233 732767 or sara@horticruitment.com.
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Garden Team Leader - C996
A great opportunity has arisen for a Garden Team Leader to join an established company located to the west of Etchingham, Kent. The company has been in business for over 30 years - a testament to their continued provision of quality service in the gardening and landscape industry.
The company now requires a Garden Team Leader to work alongside and supervise one existing gardener on a full-time basis. The Team Leader will manage their own gardens and on occasion, will deputise on the gardens of their Team Leader colleagues. The ideal candidate will hold a recognised horticultural qualification and/or considerable experience, will be competent with a range of grounds maintenance machinery and equipment and will be used to working within a team and on their own initiative. Applicants for this role must have excellent plant identification skills and garden management experience, ideally on horticulturally diverse private estates.
The role will predominantly involve supervising one assistant gardener and tending to numerous, primarily domestic gardens on a scheduled, rotational basis. The role will also include the maintenance and ongoing development of a 5-acre Sussex garden, designed by Jo Gibbons. A driving licence is essential for this role. You will be required to assist with various one-off projects of a similar nature on a full-time basis during the winter months, which will ensure your continued year-round employment and offer an opportunity to add to your existing skill set.
Applicants will need to be competent with a range of garden machinery (and basic maintenance thereof) as you will be expected to undertake duties including hedge cutting, lawn maintenance, pruning, planting, bed/border maintenance, and be willing to carry out a range of other gardening tasks as they arise. Competence with back-pack sprayers and a spray ticket (PA1/PA6) is desired.
Applicants must be conscientious and well presented as interaction with property owners on site will be necessary. Candidates will be diplomatic and have a positive in approach to the management of gardeners in training, be flexible in their approach to work, physically fit and have a ‘can-do’ attitude. Uniforms are provided. A full UK driving licence is essential, as is your own car for travel to and from the rural yard. The business shuts down between Christmas and New Year.
If this Garden Team Leader vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Mark Read on 01233 733510 or info@englishcountrygardeners.co.uk.
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Plantarea Manager - T485
Our client is one of the leaders in Horticulture offering a fantastic and diverse range of excellent quality plants for any size garden. Growing the very best quality plants has remained at the heart of all they do supplying plants and gardening accessories and a service of the highest calibre. They are currently seeking a Plantarea Manager who has the knowledge and expertise to manage the outside plants department.
Do you have a passion for horticulture and keen to provide excellent customer service?
Can you deliver high standards of retailing and plant displays?
Can you lead and motivate a team of staff?
Key points
- Being at the forefront of ordering products as per seasonal requirements
- Oversee the maintenance and upkeep of the Plantarea
- Managing merchandising in order to maximise sales opportunities
- Responsible for the financial management of the Plantarea
- Lead and promote the highest standards of customer care and service at all times
Must haves
- A positive “can do” attitude
- Sound knowledge of plants with the ability to share this with colleagues and customers
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to use good judgement in confidential matters that may arise
If this Plantarea Manager vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Pauline Thomas on 01233 732767 or Pauline@horticruitment.com
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Experienced Gardener - Live Out - Wadhurst - EC6650
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced gardener to join a small team on an impressive and unique private estate in East Sussex. This opportunity would suit qualified and experienced gardeners with an interest and/or experience in ‘naturalistic’ gardens and organic garden management.
Managed organically, the estate consists largely of meadow and meadow-style plantings, with native hedges and specimen trees, fruit and vegetable gardens, ponds, glasshouse and an Orangery. The 4-acre ornamental garden is set within a 20-acre garden, within the wider context of the surrounding estate, itself managed for conservation and wildlife with low-intensity farming and semi-natural habitat restoration. The desire is for the garden to blend into the wider landscape, with a key focus on the sensitivities of native ecology and methods by which to provide long term natural habitats. Innovative use of native species and on-going ‘design’ is therefore a constant source of interest for the gardening staff, owners and visitors alike.
Suitable applicants will hold an academic horticultural qualification at level 2 or above, good plant knowledge, and be experienced with a wide range of gardening machinery and horticultural techniques. Candidates must be able to demonstrate an interest in a ‘naturalistic’ gardening style and organic management principles. Enthusiasm, attention to detail, a good sense of humour and a sense of enquiry are required for success in this role.
Main duties and responsibilities of a garden team member include the maintenance and development of a range of garden areas to a high standard, using specialist horticultural skills. The successful candidate should be able to manage their own workload, plan and prioritise effectively and use initiative to facilitate the team in achieving overall goals on the estate. The supervision and guidance of garden trainees, students and casual staff may be required of all team members at times, so applicants must be positive in attitude, helpful in manner, and must have a willingness to disseminate their knowledge when such opportunities arise.
Candidates must be physically fit, able to work within applicable health and safety standards and have a commitment to personal and professional development. A full driving licence is required for this role.
This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in a progressive, innovative and environmentally beneficial garden, the likes of which are likely to set a shining example to estate gardens of the future.
SALARY: Circa £25,000 DOE
LOCATION: Wadhurst, East Sussex
JOB No: EC6650
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Soft Landscape Construction Contracts Manager - O113 - This position has now been filled
Soft Landscape Construction Contracts Manager required
Our Client has been established for over 20 years and have been involved in commercial soft landscaping right across the South East, spanning as far north as Peterborough and as far west as Bristol. They have completed landscape schemes for a wide variety of clients, including company headquarters, new schools and academies, business and retail parks, superstores and industrial estates, as well as involvement in ecologically sensitive areas.
The business has had a change of ownership in the last two years and a new CEO recently. They are currently looking for a motivated and skilled Contracts Manager to join them on a full-time basis. Reporting to the Operations Manager they will be overseeing teams of landscapers ensuring landscaping services are delivered to a high standard to meet client expectations. The successful candidate will be required to operate across the south of England.
Job Description:
They provide soft landscaping to a wide variety of commercial clients. The successful candidate will be required to deliver an effective service delivery of landscaping including:
- Contractual negotiation with clients
- Identification of opportunity within contracted work to quote for extras
- Effective communications with staff and office
- Health and safety – maintain and ensure responsibilities onsite are met, plus inclusion to writing and implementation of method and risk assessments.
- Lead and motivate staff to reach full potential
- Identify and plan learning and development opportunities for teams
- Review and compliance of required audit and administration documentation as required.
Key Skills:
- Management experience within soft landscaping – minimum of (2years)
- Ability to lead and communicate effectively
- Excellent negotiation skills
- A strong problem-solving ability and proactive approach
- Full clean UK Driving Licence
- CSCS card is essential, SMSTS an advantage
- Please advise of further qualifications upon application
In return they can offer:
- Competitive rate of pay
- Opportunity to work on a variety of exciting projects
- Training and development
If this Soft Landscape Construction Contracts Manager vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Mark Bolam on 01233 732767 or markbolam@horticruitment.com.
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Garden Maintenance Team Leader - Live Out - C995 - This position has noe been filled
A great opportunity has arisen for a Garden Maintenance Team Leader to join an established company located to the west of Etchingham, Kent. The company has been in business for over 30 years - a testament to their continued provision of quality service in the gardening and landscape construction industry.
The company now requires a Grounds Maintenance Team Leader to work alongside and supervise two existing maintenance gardeners. The ideal candidate will hold a recognised horticultural qualification and/or considerable experience, have good horticultural knowledge and plant identification skills, experience with a range of grounds maintenance machinery and equipment and will be used to working within a team and on their own initiative.
The role will predominantly involve supervising two assistant gardeners and tending to numerous, primarily domestic gardens on a scheduled, rotational basis. The role will include the maintenance and ongoing development of a 5-acre Sussex garden, designed by Jo Gibbons. A driving licence is essential as you will be sharing the driving duties each day. You will be required to assist with various one-off projects on a full-time basis during the winter months, which will ensure your continued year-round employment.
Applicants will need to be competent with a range of garden machinery (and basic maintenance thereof) as you will be expected to undertake duties including hedge cutting, lawn maintenance, pruning, planting, bed/border maintenance, and be willing to carry out a range of other gardening tasks as they arise. Competence with back-pack sprayers and a spray ticket (PA1/PA6) is desired.
Applicants must be conscientious and well presented as interaction with property owners on site will be necessary. Candidates will be diplomatic and have a positive in approach to the management of gardeners in training, be flexible in their approach to work, physically fit and have a ‘can-do’ attitude. Uniforms are provided. A full UK driving licence is essential, as is your own car for travel to and from the rural yard. The business shuts down between Christmas and New Year.
SALARY: Up to £30,000 DOE
LOCATION: Near Etchingham, Sussex
JOB No: C995
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Gardener - ADV248 - Please respond direct to Advertiser
Due to continued growth, an opportunity has arisen for a full-time gardener to work with a small company based in the Rudgwick, Horsham area. The company offers a range of services, primarily to domestic clients and specialises in garden maintenance, soft landscaping, and general estate maintenance and improvements.
Description
The role will primarily involve acting as a mobile gardener, working alongside the existing small team of like-minded employees. One property in particular consists of formal gardens, a paddock, possibly a new greenhouse, a kitchen garden with raised beds, a small orchard, a walled garden, herbaceous borders, shrubs, ornamental plants, two ponds (one wild and one formal) and lawns. You may be based here for much of your time.
Applicants should have a positive attitude, determination and drive to work to a high standard, and be prepared to work outside in all weather conditions so the successful candidate should be physically fit and capable of supporting his/her team members, as well as working alone under their own initiative. A conscientious, well presented and reliable person with good communications skills, a sense of humour and a positive, friendly character is expected.
Applicants for this position should hold academic horticultural qualifications, preferably at Level 3 or above, have gardening experience and good plant/horticultural knowledge in general. The ability to work to a high standard is essential.
Key Skills
- Experience in this type of work is vital.
- Suitable candidates must have a strong knowledge of all aspects of garden maintenance, herbaceous plants, shrubs, basic pruning techniques, lawn care and the ability to identify weeds.
- Applicants must be able to use garden machinery such as strimmers, mowers, hedge cutters and blowers.
- Suitable applicants might hold certificates in spraying (PA1/PA6) and a trailer licence would be beneficial (though not essential).
- They should be able to work under their own initiative or as part of a team
Salary and Benefits
Typical working hours are 07:30/08:00 to 16:00/16:30 based on a week of 40 hours, (though there is a degree of flexibility) and there will be expected seasonal variation. Benefits include a pension scheme, 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays) and use of a van.
An hourly rate is offered which will rise after successful completion of a three-month probationary period, equating to an approximate annual salary of £22,000 to £25,000 (DOE).
References will be required.
Outdoor Team Leader - S415
Our client is proud to have developed large destination garden centres dedicated to being the best, providing a superb range of quality products and inspirational ideas to create stunning gardens. An opportunity has arisen for an Outdoor Team Leader to join the plants team.
Do you enjoy creating inspirational plant displays?
Can you lead and inspire the team to provide excellent customer service?
Are you looking for a new challenge in garden centre retailing?
Key points
- To assist the department manager supporting all daily duties
- Have a proactive approach to merchandising and displays
- Ordering of stock and ensuring correct levels are maintained
- Offer team support and development to achieve good sales
- Maintaining excellent housekeeping standards
Must haves
- Good horticultural knowledge and sales skills
- Excellent communication and networking skills
- Be highly motivated and keen to deliver great results
Able to deliver high standards of presentation with a flexible work ethic
If this Outdoor Team Leader vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Pauline Thomas on 01233 732767 or pauline@horticruitment.com.
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Thank you for the interest you have shown in this Outdoor Team Leader vacancy. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications that we receive, it is not possible to respond to every one. Therefore, unless you hear from us within the next 14 days, your application for this Outdoor Team Leader vacancy will have been unsuccessful.
Garden Maintenance Team Leader - Live Out - C995
A great opportunity has arisen for a Garden Maintenance Team Leader to join an established company located to the west of Etchingham, Sussex. The company has been in business for over 30 years - a testament to their continued provision of quality service in the gardening and landscape construction industry.
The company now requires a Garden Maintenance Team Leader to work alongside and supervise two existing maintenance gardeners. The ideal candidate will hold a recognised horticultural qualification and/or considerable experience, have good horticultural knowledge and plant identification skills, experience with a range of grounds maintenance machinery and equipment and will be used to working within a team and on their own initiative.
The role will predominantly involve supervising two assistant gardeners and tending to numerous, primarily domestic gardens on a scheduled, rotational basis. The role will include the maintenance and ongoing development of a 5-acre Sussex garden, designed by Jo Gibbons. A driving licence is essential as you will be sharing the driving duties each day. You will be required to assist with various one-off projects on a full-time basis during the winter months, which will ensure your continued year-round employment.
Applicants will need to be competent with a range of garden machinery (and basic maintenance thereof) as you will be expected to undertake duties including hedge cutting, lawn maintenance, pruning, planting, bed/border maintenance, and be willing to carry out a range of other gardening tasks as they arise. Competence with back-pack sprayers and a spray ticket (PA1/PA6) is desired.
Applicants must be conscientious and well presented as interaction with property owners on site will be necessary. Candidates will be diplomatic and have a positive in approach to the management of gardeners in training, be flexible in their approach to work, physically fit and have a ‘can-do’ attitude. Uniforms are provided. A full UK driving licence is essential, as is your own car for travel to and from the rural yard. The business shuts down between Christmas and New Year.
SALARY: £30,000 DOE
LOCATION: Near Etchingham, Sussex
JOB No: C995
If this Garden Maintenance Team Leader vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Mark Read on 01233 732767 or info@englishcountrygardeners.co.uk.
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Thank you for the interest you have shown in this Garden Maintenance Team Leader vacancy. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications that we receive, it is not possible to respond to every one. Therefore, unless you hear from us within the next 14 days, your application for this Garden Maintenance Team Leader vacancy will have been unsuccessful.