Plant Section Supervisor
| Company: | Blue Diamond Garden Centres |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £28,500 to £28,500 a year |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Shrewsbury, SY2 6QW |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 30 Aug 2026 |
| Closing date: | 24 Sept 2026 |
Summary
Are you passionate about plants and retail leadership? We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Hardy Plants Supervisor to support and drive our Hardy Plants Department at Percy Thrower’s Garden Centre.
Location: Percy Thrower’s Garden Centre
Hours: Full time, 40 hours, including alternate weekend working
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
The Role
This is a hands-on and varied role within our plants department. You will play a key part in ensuring the Hardy Plants area is commercially successful, well-stocked, beautifully presented, and that every customer receives knowledgeable and friendly service. You will also support the Department Manager in maintaining exceptional retail standards and maximising sales.
Key Responsibilities
Ordering hardy plant stock and monitoring availability
Reviewing sales and performance reports to identify opportunities for growth
Managing merchandising plans and stock rotation strategies
Identifying and taking action on slow-moving stock
Ensuring POS materials are accurate and displayed correctly
Maintaining high retail and housekeeping standards across the plant area
Creating visually appealing and inspirational plant displays to maximise sales
Providing knowledgeable advice to customers and assisting with carry-to-car service
Using the EPOS system confidently and accurately
Following up on action points from reports and team floor walks
Deputy Responsibilities
Deputising for the Department Manager during holidays and days off
Organising daily and weekly team tasks
Communicating updates, instructions, and guidelines from the wider plant team
Escalating any issues or concerns to senior management
About You
We are looking for someone who is:
Passionate about plants, gardening, and retail
Commercially aware with a strong eye for detail
Confident in merchandising and stock management
A natural team leader who can motivate and organise others
Professional, friendly, and customer-focused
Flexible and able to work alternate weekends
What We Offer
Competitive salary
Generous staff discount
Ongoing training and development
Career progression opportunities within the Blue Diamond Group
A supportive and inspiring retail environment
If you are ready to grow your career in horticultural retail, we would love to hear from you.
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