Garden Centre Sales Team Member - Te Awamutu

Role Overview

If you have a passion for plants and enjoy assisting others, consider joining our Garden Centre team at Te Awamutu. Our team is dedicated to helping customers cultivate outdoor spaces to be enjoyed throughout the year. This opportunity welcomes candidates with a variety of gardening backgrounds, whether personal, retail, or formal horticultural education.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding customer service with knowledgeable advice on plants and garden supplies
• Support customers in selecting suitable plants and products for their gardening needs
• Maintain attractive displays and high merchandising standards
• Handle stock management tasks, ensuring the department is well-organized and presentable
• Offer assistance across other store departments when necessary
• Help foster a collaborative and positive atmosphere within the team

Candidate Profile

• Genuine enthusiasm for gardening, plants, and outdoor lifestyles
• Strong communication skills combined with excellent customer service aptitude
• Detail-oriented with a willingness to continuously learn
• Retail experience is a bonus
• Familiarity with both green and dry garden products is preferred but not required
• Capability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Available to work a varied roster which includes Saturdays

Additional Requirements

• This role demands physical fitness, including frequent lifting and moving of stock and being outdoors regardless of weather conditions
• Possession of a forklift license is advantageous; if not currently held, candidates should be willing to undergo training

Working Conditions and Schedule

This is a full-time position requiring work from Tuesday through Saturday.

About the Employer

Join a passionate and supportive team that values horticulture and excellent customer service. Grow your career with us in the Garden Centre at Te Awamutu.