Landscape Garden Center Associate Manager

3 weeks ago

Trenton, United States Northern Nurseries Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Northern Nurseries, a division of Robert Baker Companies, is a network of horticultural wholesale distribution centers. We are seeking a full-time Associate Manager for a career with the largest landscape supply company in the Northeast.

We provide a one-stop shopping experience for landscapers; where they can select all the plants and related goods to complete residential or commercial landscapes. Northern Nurseries has the largest selection of trees, evergreens, flowering shrubs, and perennials in the Northeast. In addition, we offer a large selection of pavers, grass seed, fertilizers, soil conditioners and more. We are one of the fastest growing companies in the industry.

Position Location: Somerset, NJ

Overview:

This position will assist in overseeing and directing the operations, labor, transportation, customer service, and maintenance functions of the distribution center. In addition to management skills, the position requires a “hands-on” approach including, but not limited to loading/ unloading trucks, yard maintenance, and equipment operation.

Responsibilities:

The Associate Manager is responsible for and will have the authority to accomplish the duties set forth below. They will delegate portions of these responsibilities but may not delegate accountability for the results.

  • Directs the daily activities of the nursery labor force as it relates to yard layout, product placement, loading, unloading, organizing, and scheduling. Ensures that these activities are performed correctly.
  • Directs the receiving of incoming materials, ensuring quality control checks and accurate counts. Maintains receiving records from purchase orders and timely submission to Office Supervisor for input into the inventory system. Ensures the timely placement of product signage.
  • Manages company truck driver activities including hiring and terminations, training, driver logs, D.O.T. compliance, physicals and drug test compliance, safety compliance.
  • Maintains all Company trucks & nursery equipment including registrations / permits, maintenance scheduling & record keeping, mileage records, supplies purchasing, scheduling rental trucks
  • Directs proper horticultural care and maintenance of all nursery stock including fertilization, pesticide, and herbicide applications.
  • Manages consistent, efficient operation of the site irrigation system.
  • Directs deployment of yard sales and service personnel to ensure superior customer service throughout all product areas and is personally involved in providing that customer service.
  • Maintains inventory control processes (spot counts, inventory turn goals, markdowns, scrap reduction) to maximize site effectiveness.
  • Maintains site housekeeping operations both outside and inside the facility, to maintain an attractive, professional, and safe shopping environment for customers.
  • Contributes to the recruiting, training, succession planning, and other areas of employee development.
  • Assumes the duties and responsibilities of the Assistant Manager in his/her absence and any other duties that may be reasonably assigned.

Requirements:

  • 3-5 years retail, wholesale, or landscape, horticultural operations management experience, or a degree from an accredited college or university in horticulture.
  • High level of organizational and planning skills with specific ability to prioritize activities.
  • Ability and willingness to work in a fast-paced environment with seasonal work demands.
  • Ability to work independently yet take a lead role in a team-oriented structure.
  • Excellent oral communication and listening skills.
  • Physicality is necessary. Must be able to lift 50 pounds with or without assistance.
  • Must possess, or acquire and maintain functionality of, a Class B or Class A CDL license.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid time off

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekends as needed
  • Year round work

Experience:

  • Horticulture: 3 years (Required)
  • Landscape maintenance: 3 years (Required)
  • Crew management: 3 years (Required)
  • Plant identification: 3 years (Required)

Language:

  • English (Required)

License/Certification:

  • Driver's License (Required)
  • CDL (Required)

 

 

Company DescriptionNorthern Nurseries is known as a ONE-STOP-SHOP where Landscape Contractors can pick up or have delivered everything needed for any size landscape project. From nursery stock to pavers to fertilizer to grass seed. Athletic clays, hydromulch, tools, landscape lighting or winter products.

A FAVORITE OF COLLEGES, UNIVERSITIES & MUNICIPALITIES
Northern Nurseries is the preferred supplier of Colleges, Universities, Golf Courses, and Municipalities for a wide selection of products including Trees, Custom Grass Seed Mixtures, Fertilizers and Athletic Clays.

THE LARGEST SELECTION OF PAVERS FOR OUTDOOR SPACES
With the continuing trend of Homeowners, Hotels, Restaurants and Resorts creating exciting outdoor spaces, Northern Nurseries has the largest selection of Pavers and Walls, Outdoor Kitchens, Firepits, Grills and all the products and tools needed for installation. Offering Pavers from many manufacturers, Northern Nurseries has the right paver for any project no matter the size.

Wholesale Distribution Centers, featuring the largest selection of nursery stock and horticultural supplies in the Northeast. Servicing the Landscaper, Nurserymen, Grounds Manager, Golf Course and Municipalities.Company DescriptionNorthern Nurseries is known as a ONE-STOP-SHOP where Landscape Contractors can pick up or have delivered everything needed for any size landscape project. From nursery stock to pavers to fertilizer to grass seed. Athletic clays, hydromulch, tools, landscape lighting or winter products.\r
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A FAVORITE OF COLLEGES, UNIVERSITIES & MUNICIPALITIES\r
Northern Nurseries is the preferred supplier of Colleges, Universities, Golf Courses, and Municipalities for a wide selection of products including Trees, Custom Grass Seed Mixtures, Fertilizers and Athletic Clays. \r
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THE LARGEST SELECTION OF PAVERS FOR OUTDOOR SPACES\r
With the continuing trend of Homeowners, Hotels, Restaurants and Resorts creating exciting outdoor spaces, Northern Nurseries has the largest selection of Pavers and Walls, Outdoor Kitchens, Firepits, Grills and all the products and tools needed for installation. Offering Pavers from many manufacturers, Northern Nurseries has the right paver for any project no matter the size. \r
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Wholesale Distribution Centers, featuring the largest selection of nursery stock and horticultural supplies in the Northeast. Servicing the Landscaper, Nurserymen, Grounds Manager, Golf Course and Municipalities.

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