Seasonal Garden Centre Merchandiser- Weekdays

Scott Conner Human Capital Solutions; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Seasonal Garden Centre Merchandiser! Join a dynamic team where your passion for gardening and customer engagement will shine. In this role, you'll create stunning displays, assist customers with their gardening queries, and ensure a vibrant atmosphere in the garden center. This seasonal position offers a chance to work outdoors and connect with nature while contributing to a delightful shopping experience for customers. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and love working with plants, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Competitive hourly wage

Opportunities for additional training

Outdoor working environment

Good work-life balance

Qualifications

• Passion for gardening and outdoor living is essential.
• Previous retail or merchandising experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Create appealing displays and maintain visual standards.
• Engage with customers and provide gardening tips.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Gardening Knowledge

Physical Stamina

Job description

Join our team as a Seasonal Garden Centre Merchandiser and be a part of a fast-paced and exciting seasonal work environment!

This role is perfect for individuals who have a passion for gardening and enjoy working in a dynamic outdoor environment. As a Seasonal Garden Centre Merchandiser, you will contribute to the visual appeal of our garden center, ensuring an inviting atmosphere that delights customers and showcases our flowers and plants.

Monday - Thursday Opening AM shifts or Closing PM shifts are available

Responsibilities:

• Display Creation:
  • Set up and organize inventory quickly and efficiently.
  • Arrange and showcase products in an appealing and customer-friendly manner.
• Product Rotation and Maintenance:
  • Regularly update displays to feature new arrivals and highlight promotions.
  • Ensure all products are correctly priced and have accurate signage.
  • Monitor and report any damaged or unsellable merchandise.
• Customer Engagement:
  • Provide excellent customer service by assisting customers with product inquiries and garden-related questions.
  • Offer gardening tips and advice to enhance the customer's experience.
• Stocking and Inventory:
  • Work to condense shelves and maintain organized inventory levels.
  • Collaborate with lead and management staff to replenish products and ensure a well-stocked garden center.
• Visual Standards:
  • Maintain visual standards by keeping displays clean, organized, and aesthetically pleasing.
  • Follow company merchandising guidelines and seasonal themes in a clean environment.
• Team Collaboration:
  • Work collaboratively with other team members to achieve shared goals.
  • Communicate regularly with supervisors to provide updates on inventory, customer feedback, and display effectiveness.

Qualifications:

• Passion for gardening, outdoor living, and an active lifestyle.
• Previous retail or merchandising experience is a plus.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work in an outdoor environment and handle physical tasks including pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 45lbs daily.
• Used to working in an extremely fast-paced environment with the ability to think quickly on your feet.

Availability:

• This is a seasonal position that runs from the end of April until early June.
• Flexible availability for either an opening AM shift or PM closing shift.

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly wage.
• Opportunities for additional training and development.
• Working in an outdoor environment.
• Good work-life balance.

If you are enthusiastic about gardening and enjoy engaging with customers in a seasonal setting, we invite you to apply for the Seasonal Garden Centre Merchandiser position.

Join us in bringing the joy of the season to our garden center customers.