Head of Gardencare
About Your New Employer
- Work with a long-established, ambitious, and innovative group based in Oranmore, Galway, serving the Gardencare, Agri/Amenity Plant Protection, and Veterinary sectors.
- Join a progressive company recognised for its commitment to customer satisfaction, active across Ireland, Northern Ireland, Great Britain, and France.
- Manage well-known brands within the Gardencare industry and lead exciting projects focused on growth, innovation, and market leadership.
About Your New Job
- As Head of Gardencare, you will be a key member of the senior management team, reporting directly to the CEO.
- You will shape and execute the strategic vision and business plan for Gardencare, driving business development, growth, and profitability.
- Lead and coach Area Managers to achieve their objectives, set and own annual budgets, and oversee topline and margin delivery.
- Identify new customer and sales channel opportunities, build strong commercial relationships, and resolve trading challenges.
- Collaborate with Marketing and Technical teams on marketing plans and new product opportunities, and contribute as a member of the innovation team.
- Present clear, analytical, and fact-based business cases; manage projects with drive, ambition, and a focus on results.
What Skills You Need
- At least 5 years’ senior commercial experience, ideally within Horticultural, Garden Centre, or FMCG sectors.
- Business degree or equivalent qualification.
- Demonstrated achievements in business growth and leadership within dynamic environments.
- Strong negotiation, analytical, and presentation skills; highly proficient with Microsoft Office.
- Full driving license.
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits.
- Cutting-edge career development opportunities in an innovative and established group.
- The chance to truly impact the direction and success of leading Gardencare brands across multiple markets.
What's Next
Apply now by clicking the “Apply Now" button or calling Kerry Legh on 091 455 302. If the position doesn’t quite fit, but you’re looking for something similar, please get in touch. We have a variety of opportunities in Customer Service and related fields.