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We’re looking for an experienced, commercially minded Deputy Garden Centre Manager at our Garden Centre at Weyhill, near Andover, to support the Garden Centre Manager in delivering strong retail performance, excellent customer service, and smooth day‑to‑day operations. You’ll lead the shop area, drive sales, maintain high merchandising standards, and act as Duty Manager when required. The role also includes occasional travel to provide management cover at other centres.
Job Responsibility:
Drive sales, margin and profitability across the shop area
Monitor budgets, stock and cost control
Analyse sales data and customer trends
Oversee daily shop operations and ensure safety and compliance
Lead merchandising and maintain high presentation standards
Ensure strong product availability and accurate pricing
Deliver excellent customer service and resolve queries
Lead, motivate and develop the shop team
Manage rotas, staffing levels and recruitment
Conduct appraisals, coaching and performance reviews
Support HR processes and promote a positive working culture
Ensure Health & Safety compliance and conduct risk assessments
Act as Duty Manager and key holder when required
Support seasonal and centre‑wide operational activity
Requirements:
Retail management experience in a commercial, customer‑facing environment
Proven ability to drive sales and manage budgets
Strong leadership and team‑development skills
Confident in merchandising, stock control and operational decision‑making
Flexible to work weekends and Bank Holidays
Willingness to travel occasionally to support other centres
Nice to have:
Experience in garden centre or multi‑department retail
Knowledge of visual merchandising and promotional planning
What we offer:
Competitive salary
31 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
Life assurance (4x salary)
Option to join enhanced group pension plan
Sociable hours
Full training and access to Online Learning Hub
20% employee discount
50% restaurant discount while on shift
Free onsite parking
Enhanced Employee Assistance Programme (for you and immediate family)
Company Christmas gifts (eligibility applies)
Free access to Sir Harold Hillier Gardens, Romsey, plus partner garden discounts nationally