Job Title: Garden Center Associate

Job Description:

We are seeking a dynamic and customer-oriented individual to join our team as a Garden Center Sales Associate. This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about gardening and enjoys hands-on work in a retail environment.

Responsibilities:

Customer Assistance: Provide exceptional customer service by assisting customers with inquiries, offering gardening advice, and guiding them through product selections.

Sales: Actively promote and sell garden center merchandise including plants, gardening tools, fertilizers, and outdoor decor.

Plant Care: Take responsibility for the health and appearance of plants in the garden center. This includes planting, watering, pruning, and applying fertilizers as needed to maintain optimal plant health.

Inventory Management: Receive, organize, and maintain inventory levels. Ensure products are properly labeled, priced, and displayed according to company standards.

Visual Merchandising: Create visually appealing displays to showcase seasonal products and drive sales. Regularly refresh displays to maintain an inviting shopping environment

Product Knowledge: Stay up-to-date with the latest gardening trends, plant care techniques, and product features. Share your knowledge with customers to help them make informed purchasing decisions.

Operational Support: Assist with various operational tasks such as stocking shelves, organizing inventory, and maintaining cleanliness throughout the garden center.

Requirements:

Previous experience in retail sales, with a preference for experience in a garden center or related industry.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Hands-on experience with planting, watering, and general plant care techniques.

Knowledge of gardening principles, plant varieties, and landscaping practices is a plus.

Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs repeatedly and perform physically demanding tasks in an outdoor environment.

Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.

Flexibility to work a varied schedule including weekends and holidays.

Positive attitude and eagerness to learn and grow within the role.

Benefits:

Competitive hourly wage with potential for performance-based bonuses.

Employee discounts on garden center merchandise.

Opportunities for advancement within the company.

Enjoyment of working in a vibrant environment surrounded by fellow gardening enthusiasts.

If you possess a green thumb, a passion for customer service, and enjoy working in a dynamic retail setting, we encourage you to apply for the Garden Center Sales Associate position. Join us in fostering a love for gardening and helping customers create beautiful outdoor spaces.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $10.00 - $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Janesville, WI 53548: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person