Goods In Manager Nailsworth

Goods In Manager - situated at Nailsworth Garden Centre.

Are you a proactive, highly organised, and detail-oriented manager with a passion for efficiency? We are looking for an experienced Goods in Manager to lead our busy delivery area and warehouse team at our Nailsworth Garden Centre, Gloucestershire. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and accurate flow of all incoming stock, from seasonal plants to garden furniture, and will be instrumental in maintaining our reputation for high-quality service.

Position: Goods In Manager

Location: Nailsworth Garden Centre, part of the Blue Diamond Group.

Hours: Full-time hours Monday - Friday.

Salary: Competitive, depending on experience.

Why Join Us?
Blue Diamond is the leading name in Garden Centre retail, celebrated for our commitment to quality, style, and exceptional customer experience. We believe in nurturing talent, providing growth opportunities, and celebrating our team's successes.

Nailsworth GC is part of the Blue Diamond Group, the UK's largest Garden Centre Group in terms of turnover, having grown from a turnover of £187 million in 2019 to a turnover of over £400 million in 2025.

With 52 centres across the UK and Channel Islands, we are constantly evolving and expanding, and we want YOU to grow with us!

Our target demographic are AB1 customers, and we attract this calibre of customers by offering inspirational retailing with a point of difference - style, emotion and innovation for the home and garden, whilst providing exceptional customer service.

Our Managing Director, Alan Roper, has headed up the Group since 1999, and we pride ourselves on our exceptional staff retention and in empowering our staff to reach their full potential and enjoy a rewarding career.

The Role
This is a hands-on management position where you will be responsible for supervising the entire goods-in process. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing the accurate receipt, inspection, and recording of all deliveries.
• Prioritising incoming stock for processing in collaboration with department managers.
• Managing all stock returns and outstanding credits with suppliers.
• Leading, training, and motivating the goods-in team to maintain high levels of accuracy and efficiency.
• Maintaining a clean, organised, and secure warehouse and yard, optimising storage space.
• Troubleshooting any stock issues and implementing solutions to prevent future errors.
• Upholding the highest health and safety standards across the goods-in area.
• Working closely with the management team and other departments to ensure seamless operational flow.

Who We Are Looking For
The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven experience in a goods-in, warehouse, or similar logistics management role, preferably within a retail or garden centre environment.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead and motivate a team effectively.
• A proactive and adaptable approach to a fast-paced, seasonal retail environment.
• Familiarity with inventory management systems.

What We Offer

• A competitive salary based on experience.
• The opportunity to join a friendly and supportive team in a thriving business.
• Staff discount on our products.
• Paid holidays and a pension scheme.
• Potential for career development within our company.