Garden Center Manager
Job Description
Job Description
Position Summary
We are seeking a motivated Garden Center Manager to oversee daily retail operations and lead our garden center team. This role is ideal for someone with strong organizational and leadership skills who thrives in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. The Garden Center Manager will ensure efficient operations, provide expert gardening advice, and contribute to the growth and success of our business.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee daily operations, including opening/closing procedures, merchandising, and inventory management.
- Supervise, schedule, and train staff to ensure excellent customer service and productivity.
- Build and maintain vendor relationships; coordinate purchasing and receiving of inventory.
- Develop seasonal displays and sales strategies to maximize customer engagement.
- Oversee plant care management, including watering, fertilizing, pruning, and pest control.
- Monitor sales performance, budgets, and expenses to meet financial goals.
- Provide expert advice to customers on plant selection, gardening products, and care techniques.
- Ensure a safe, organized, and welcoming environment for staff and customers.
Support special events, promotions, and seasonal activities.
Work Schedule:
- 40 hours per week.
- Additional hours may be required during peak seasons.
- Weekend work is required, with every other weekend off.
Travel:
- Occasional travel may be required.
Required Qualifications
- Valid driver’s license.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Previous retail or horticulture experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- 2-year degree in Horticulture or related field.
- Experience managing staff in a retail or horticultural environment.
Knowledge of seasonal plants, trees, shrubs, and gardening products.
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