Garden Centre Manager

Recruited Approach•Limerick, PA

About The Position

With a focus on community and support network behind them, our employees feel confident and motivated to challenge themselves and grow with the business. As the successful candidate, you will report to the site manager.

Requirements

A relevant horticulturist qualification is essential for this role, preferably including people management experience.
A proven track record in retailing with strong product knowledge is a prerequisite for this role.
A keen understanding of our business with strong commercial awareness.
A proven track record of delivering an excellent customer experience with an understanding of how this drives sales and affects the bottom line.
Excellent interpersonal & communication skills.
Strong organisational, planning & time management skills with excellent attention to detail.
Ability to demonstrate initiative with a solutions-oriented approach.
Self-motivated and prepared to be flexible when the occasion demands.
Proficient in IT skills, including MS Office, POS, email, etc

Responsibilities

Lead by example, a safety-first culture, driving the safety agenda on site.
Deliver on Co-Op SuperStores' commitment to excellence in customer experience in-store.
Optimisation of sales & the continuous improvement of the store so that targets are met & exceeded.
Deliver excellent section standards consistently in line with operational requirements, including merchandising & floor standards.
Assist in management duties as required, including keyholder duties.
Proactively support the Branch Manager to deliver on agreed objectives
Assist in leading a motivated, engaged & enabled sales team, ensuring colleagues receive relevant updates & ongoing development.
Manage weekly deliveries, ensuring best practice in stock control, ordering & ensuring availability of the relevant category products as required.
Ensure compliance with company policies & procedures; legislation & audit standards.
Assist in business administration as required, including managing cash, stock, systems, etc.
Any other activities as required to ensure the successful operation of the garden centre and overall site.