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Whitehall Garden Centre is a family run and award-winning business. An exciting opportunity has arisen to be part of an inspirational team as a Seasonal Department Manager. The ideal candidate will ideally have a passion for customer service, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication skills and great motivation are essential to create a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Working 4 days between Monday to Friday and alternate weekends. Previous experience in a retail and merchandising role is preferred. Seasonal Department Manager responsibilities: Sales opportunities are generated through interaction with customers and good use of product knowledge Maintain a harmonious and cooperative relationship with staff, managers and third parties Ensuring all customers are greeted and offered assistance Handling customer queries courteously and efficiently Co-operates fully with the Directors Feeding back on current and new products to optimise range and stock availability. Spring & Summer requires knowledge and showroom creation of Garden Furniture and outdoor living ranges.Autumn & Winter requires knowledge and display creation of the Christmas department.A creative flair is desirable to assist in creating the Christmas displays. Maintains good control over stock levels, including stock clearance in agreement with the Directors. Ensures that stock is cared for appropriately Controls wastage, damage and returns ensuring credit notes are raised where applicable. Excellent standards of merchandising and housekeeping are established and maintained in accordance with company guidelines All products are accurately priced and labelled in accordance with company policy Provide regular stock take exercises as and when required Carry out all reasonable duties as requested.This role requires some manual handling. Help wherever needed being fully flexible with the seasonal turnarounds Benefits included: Free Parking 28 days holiday entitlement per annum Work place pension Great staff discount Only applicants successfully shortlisted for interview will be contacted.TPBN1_UKTJ