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Deputy Garden Centre Manager | KentSalary: DOEDo you combine strong retail management skills with a genuine passion for plants? Are you ready to take on a role that blends commercial leadership with hands-on horticultural knowledge? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading garden centre group as their Deputy Manager and Plant Area Manager, helping to drive both the operational success of the centre and the performance of its key plant department.About the BusinessWe are working with a highly regarded garden centre group, known for their extensive range of plants, gardening products, and outdoor living solutions. More than just a retail destination, their centres are community hubs where customers come for inspiration, expert advice, and outstanding service.Why Join Them?Be part of a dynamic business with a strong community presenceGenuine opportunities for professional development and career progressionA supportive and friendly work environmentEmployee discounts across their wide range of productsFree on-site parkingThe RoleAs Deputy Garden Centre Manager, you will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the centre, supporting the Garden Centre Manager in all aspects of leadership and commercial performance. Alongside this, you will take direct responsibility for the Plant Area, ensuring it is well-presented, fully stocked, and delivering excellent sales results.What We're Looking ForProven experience in retail management, ideally within a garden centre or horticultural environmentStrong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a teamGood plant knowledge and enthusiasm for gardeningA customer-first mindset with excellent service and communication skillsCommercial awareness and the ability to drive sales and profitabilityOrganisational ability to handle a varied and fast-paced workloadFlexibility to work weekends and bank holidays as requiredHow to ApplyIf you are ready to take the next step in your career and share our passion for garden centres, we would love to hear from you! Please, get in touch with Michail for an informal chat at 01780 480530 or JBRP1_UKTJ