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This position is *Salaried w/ performance bonuses*
Energetic - competent - _*EXPERIENCED*_
*GARDEN CENTER OPERATIONS MANAGER*
Horticulture Expert - Team Management - Increased Sales
Salaried: $60 - $80K -DOE - plus Performance Bonus based on increased sales
*JOB REQUIREMENTS *:
\* Manage leads / personnel
\* Place orders
\* Profit and Loss Statements
\* Horticultural Expertise ( 10 yrs)
\* Great Disposition - High Energy
\* Employee incentives
\* Seasonal Display changes
\* Personnel Education
\* Coordinate Seasonal Events
An experienced Nurseryman (woman) must be able to identify plants, best growth environment, soil health, diseases, and insect issues.
This is Horticulture – you need to be a bit of a “know - it – all” and know how it all works together.
You MUST love and be willing to learn (be open minded) new horticulture practices and be willing to “pass it on” to clients / personnel.
FYI: Best practices are scientifically proven, therefore, the internet is NOT a source we rely on.
*Key Job Responsibilities:*
* Greet all our customers with a smile and make them feel welcome!
* Sell and promote products and related goods.
Upselling and add-ons are essential.
* Stay informed on product availability and location by department.
* Handle product pricing problems, supplies needs, and urgent customer needs.
* Learn and teach to personnel selling techniques, and learn product knowledge
* Aiding in the overall appearance (displays) and cleanliness of the nursery
* Developing methods to increase sales including Social Media.
* Handling P&L statements
* Placing orders
*Abilities:*
* Able to bend, squat, reach, lift (at least 50+lbs) on a regular basis
* Able to be on your feet all day
*Job Type: *Full-time with weekends required.
Salaried - opening/closing
*Required experience:*
* Working in retail sales: 5 years
* Working in a nursery : 10+ years a plus
* Gardening/Plant Knowledge: Be able to identify a majority of common plants, knowing botanical names a plus
* Spanish Speaking a huge plus
* Landscape design a plus
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.
00 - $34.
00 per hour
Benefits:
* 401(k) matching
* Employee discount
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Day shift
* Weekends as needed
Supplemental pay types:
* Bonus opportunities
Education:
* Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
* Garden Center management: 5 years (Preferred)
Language:
* Spanish & English (Preferred)
Work Location: In person