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Retail Department Manager (Horticulture)

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level
  • Hospitality & Retail
  • £32.5K
  • London

Requirements

  • If you are a natural leader, with some horticultural experience, who motivates, encourages and nurtures your team members to be the best they can be and to help them develop to the next stage of their career, then this may be the opportunity you have been looking for. Being part of the management team, you will also play a key role in the culture and success of the Garden Centre, adopting the values that make Hillier an employer of choice.

Responsibilities

  • Do you take pride in ensuring customers experience the “wow factor”? If so, you will love working with a wide variety of fabulous plants, grown at our own Hillier nursery in Romsey and utilising your creative eye for detail to maximise sales. You will provide the very best customer service and plant advice to delight our loyal customers who come back to visit us time and again.

FAQs

What is the salary for the Retail Department Manager (Horticulture) position?

The salary for the Retail Department Manager (Horticulture) position is £32,500.

What are the working hours for this position?

The working hours are sociable, consisting of daytime only shifts, with alternate weekend working.

What kind of training will be provided for this role?

Full training will be provided, along with access to an Online Learning Hub.

Does the company offer any employee discounts?

Yes, employees receive a 20% discount on store purchases and a 50% discount on the restaurant menu while on shift.

How much annual leave do employees receive?

Employees receive 31 days of annual leave, which is pro-rata if working part-time.

What benefits does the company offer regarding retirement?

The company provides an enhanced company pension plan.

Is life assurance covered in the benefits package?

Yes, life assurance cover is included for employees.

What time of year does the company have extended closures?

The company has extended closures for Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and the day after.

Is parking available for employees?

Yes, free on-site parking is available for employees.

What support does the Enhanced Employee Assistance Programme provide?

The Enhanced Employee Assistance Programme offers support for health, financial, legal, and personal/family matters, including free counselling services for employees and their immediate family.

Are there any other perks offered to employees?

Yes, employees may receive company Christmas gifts (eligibility based on start date), free access to the Sir Harold Hillier Gardens in Romsey, and deals at other gardens nationally.

What qualities is the company looking for in a candidate for this position?

The company is looking for a natural leader with horticultural experience who can motivate and nurture team members while providing excellent customer service.

What is the working environment like at the Syon Park Garden Centre?

The working environment is described as fun, friendly, and sociable, with a focus on teamwork and customer experience.

How can I apply for the Retail Department Manager (Horticulture) position?

If you are interested in the position, you can apply, and the company will be in touch with you soon.

Aiming to inspire the creation of green living spaces for now and the future. Over 155 years of horticultural expertise.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
501-1000
Employees
1864
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

A Retail and Wholesale Company selling quality Trees, Plants and Shrubs from our Garden Centres and Wholesale Nurseries. Garden Centres Retail centres which cater for all your gardening needs, and a loyalty membership scheme to give regular customers great benefits to shopping with Hillier. Restaurants - Quality catering within a Horticultural environment.