Buying and Retail Manager

Salary: From £38,000 per annum pro rata (based on a 40-hour week)

Location: Westonbirt, The National Arboretum (100% of working week on-site)

Working hours: Full time

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About the Role

Shape the future of retail at Westonbirt Arboretum!

Are you a savvy buyer with a passion for sourcing unique, high-quality products? Do you want your skills to make a real difference? Join Friends of Westonbirt Arboretum (The Friends) and help create a retail experience that delights visitors and supports conservation.

As our Buying and Retail Manager, you’ll lead the retail team and take ownership of all buying decisions for the Westonbirt Shop. This is your chance to combine commercial acumen with creativity, sourcing products that reflect the spirit of Westonbirt.

Why join us?

Every purchase in our shop helps fund visionary projects at Westonbirt Arboretum. Your work will directly contribute to conservation, education, and inspiring people through trees. As part of The Friends, you’ll join a small, committed team that shares a passion for trees and nature. Together with Forestry England, we’re helping to secure the future of this world-renowned landscape and connect more people to the wonder of trees.

Apply now and help shape the future of retail at Westonbirt!

Buying and Retail Manager Job Description

Equality & Diversity Monitoring Form

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How to apply

Closing date: 30 December 2025

If you wish to apply for this exciting role, please email the following information to recruitment@fowa.org.uk

1. CV

2. Covering email / letter advising why you are the more suitable candidate for the role

3. Completed Equality & Diversity Monitoring Form

All applications and communication will be treated as confidential.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.