Horticultural Buyer
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Plant Buyerto join our team at the QD
Group, a family-owned business with 21 garden centres, including 18 Cherry
Lanes, 31 QD Stores, and Lathams of Potter Heigham. The role is based at our
Norwich office. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to
manage and shape the plant category offering, ensuring we remain competitive in
the value market.
As Plant Buyer, you will play a pivotal role in driving the growth of our plant range,
working closely with our retail teams, suppliers, and internal departments to
deliver an exceptional product offering. You will be responsible for overseeing all
aspects of the plant category, from strategic planning and product selection to
supplier negotiations and ensuring our plant offer aligns with customer
preferences and market trends.
We also grow over 1.5 million plants across our own growing nurseries. A
successful candidate would have the exciting opportunity to shape how and what
we grow across those nurseries and be responsible for maximising sales
opportunities across all our retail brands.
Key Responsibilities:
• Take full ownership of the plant and home-grown category, with
accountability for sales, margins, and profitability in this fast-paced
market.
• Develop and execute category strategies to meet business targets,
translating market insights into actionable plans.
• Cultivate strong relationships with internal teams, suppliers, and external
stakeholders to ensure seamless product delivery and performance.
• Conduct in-depth market research to identify emerging trends, customer
preferences, and competitor activities.
• Use data and insights to drive decisions on product selection and pricing.