Seasonal Garden Centre Merchandiser- Weekends

Goliath Grower Services; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Seasonal Garden Centre Merchandiser! In this role, you'll immerse yourself in the vibrant world of gardening while creating stunning displays that captivate customers. If you have a passion for plants and enjoy working outdoors, this position is perfect for you. Collaborate with a dynamic team to ensure the garden center is visually appealing and well-stocked. Your excellent customer service skills will shine as you assist customers and share your gardening knowledge. Join us for a fulfilling seasonal experience where your contributions make a difference in bringing joy to our garden center visitors.

Benefits

Competitive hourly wage

Opportunities for training and development

Outdoor working environment

Good work-life balance

Qualifications

• Passion for gardening and outdoor living is essential.
• Ability to handle physical tasks and work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Create appealing product displays and maintain visual standards.
• Engage with customers, providing gardening tips and excellent service.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Gardening Knowledge

Physical Stamina

Education

Retail or Merchandising Experience

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 and 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.

Friday to Sunday 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.