Store Manager – Garden Centre

We are looking for an outstanding Store Manager to join the team in Newbury. The ideal candidate will have a genuine passion for quality products and a natural warmth that inspires both customers and colleagues. Our client is a unique retailer, selling imaginative gift ideas, Stationery, Wellbeing Items along with Home & Garden innovative Products. This role will suit somebody from a relatively small store background, with a huge hands-on focus towards Merchandising, Customer Service and Team Leadership. As a Store Manager, you will ideally have: • At least two years of store management experience • Strong leadership and team management skills • Experience ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of a store Take responsibility for achieving financial targets and KPIs without pressure selling • Follow company policies and procedures • Complete staff rota’s and administrative tasks in a timely manner • Ensure the store and staff areas remain clean and tidy at all times • Attend and participate in management training sessions • Rewards & Benefits • Competitive salary from £30,000+ depending on experience • Healthcare cover after successful completion of probation • Additional paid day off if your birthday falls on a working day• 30% staff discount • 30 days annual leave, increasing annually with service up to 35 days Hours of Employment A fantastic work-life balanced rota is on offer! You will work on a 2-week rota. Mon – Fri in Week 1 and Tues – Sat in Week 2• As part of a management role, additional hours beyond regular contracted hours may occasionally be required to support the business….