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Garden Centre Stock Controller

United Kingdom, Wimborne Employment contract 13.21 GBP / Hour · Job Posted April 12, 2026
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Hillier Garden Centre in Three Legged Cross is a well-established and much-loved destination for gardening enthusiasts, known for its wide selection of plants, gifts, outdoor living products, and expert advice. We are currently looking for a dedicated and organised Stock Controller to join our team on a full time, permanent basis, working 37.5 hours per week. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the flow of stock throughout the garden centre, ensuring that products are accurately received, stored, and replenished in a timely and efficient manner. You’ll play a vital part in maintaining stock levels, supporting inventory accuracy, and helping to create a seamless experience for our customers. This is a hands-on position that requires attention to detail, a proactive approach, and the ability to work collaboratively with both the retail and horticultural teams.

Job Responsibility

  • Managing the flow of stock throughout the garden centre
  • Ensuring products are accurately received, stored, and replenished in a timely and efficient manner
  • Maintaining stock levels
  • Supporting inventory accuracy
  • Helping to create a seamless experience for customers
  • Working collaboratively with both the retail and horticultural teams

Requirements

  • Located in the UK
  • Have right to work status
  • Thrives in a busy retail environment
  • Confident using stock systems and handling deliveries
  • Flexibility during peak trading periods
  • Willingness to adapt to the changing needs of the centre

Nice to have

  • Passionate about retail operations
  • Enjoy working in a dynamic, customer-focused setting

What we offer

  • Sociable hours (daytime only)
  • Full training
  • Online Learning Hub
  • Employee discount of 20%
  • Discount of 50% on restaurant menu whilst on shift
  • 31 days annual leave (pro-rata if part time)
  • Free on-site parking
  • Enhanced Employee Assistance Programme for both you and your immediate family, including free counselling on health, financial, legal and personal/family matters
  • Company Christmas gifts (eligibility based on start date with Company)
  • Free access to exclusive retail discounts, deals and coupons, plus extra cashback on your Amazon and food shop
  • Free entry to the Sir Harold Hillier Gardens, Romsey and deals at other gardens nationally

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