Plant Area Manager / Buyer Staffordshire Salary: £DOE Benefits
- Target-driven bonus
- Free onsite parking
- Staff Discount
The Role
- You'll be responsible for the overall success of the plant area, combining commercial awareness with excellent plant standards and leadership.
- Lead, motivate, and develop the plant team on a day-to-day basis
- Deliver outstanding customer service through knowledge-led retailing
- Buy a diverse and exciting range of plants from UK and international suppliers
- Take full ownership of plant presentation, availability, and standards
- Drive sales, manage budgets, and control margins and wastage
- Oversee all aspects of plant husbandry, including watering, quality control, pests, and diseases
- Ensure the smooth running of the department through effective planning and organisation
What We're Looking For
- Proven horticultural knowledge gained within a garden centre environment
- Retail management experience within garden retail
- Confident people manager with strong communication skills
- Commercially aware, with buying and stock management experience
- Strong merchandising skills and a well organised approach
- A proactive, hands on attitude and genuine passion for plants
Why Join?
- A key role within a respected, independent garden centre
- Real autonomy to shape the plant offering and influence buying decisions
- Supportive, down to earth leadership team
- A varied role with scope to grow, develop, and make a real impact
How to Apply
If you're ready to step into a role where your plant knowledge and retail leadership will be genuinely valued, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply below or contact Michail directly at or for a confidential conversation.