Associate Manager (CDL Preferred) Multiple Locations

Northern Nurseries, Fairport; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

HSA

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Northern Nurseries in Schenectady, NY is looking for an Associate Manager (CDL preferred) to support our site managers at one of our distribution centers. This hands-on leadership role oversees labor, transportation, customer service, and maintenance while working alongside the team.

Candidates with 3–5 years in horticulture or related fields, strong leadership, and the ability to lift 50 lbs are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of horticulture, landscape, wholesale, or retail experience OR a related degree.
• Strong leadership, organization, and planning skills.
• Team player who can also work independently.
• Comfortable in a fast‑paced, seasonal environment.
• Physically able to lift 50 lbs.
• Valid driver’s license (CDL strongly preferred)

Responsibilities

• Lead daily activities: product placement, scheduling, loading/unloading, yard organization
• Manage receiving, quality checks, and accurate inventory records
• Oversee truck driver operations (hiring, training, DOT/safety compliance)
• Maintain trucks, equipment, and site facilities
• Direct horticultural care of nursery stock (fertilization, irrigation, pest control)
• Deliver excellent customer service personally and through your team
• Train and develop employees, ensuring a safe and professional environment
• Assist in all aspects of site operations as needed

Skills

Leadership

Planning

Team player

Work independently

Physically fit

Customer service

CDL preferred

Education

Related degree

Job description

Grow Your Career – Associate Manager (CDL Preferred)

Locations Hiring:

Barrington, NH | Cicero, NY | Wind Gap, PA | Schenectady, NY | White River Junction, VT

Job Type:

Full-time, year-round

About Us

Northern Nurseries, a division of Robert Baker Companies, is the largest network of horticultural wholesale distribution centers in the Northeast. We’re a fast-growing, family-run business where employees grow their careers while helping landscapers bring beautiful projects to life.

Our distribution centers are a one-stop shop for landscapers, offering the region’s largest selection of trees, shrubs, perennials, hardscape products, grass seed, fertilizer, and more.

The Opportunity

We’re looking for a hands‑on Associate Manager to support our Site Managers at one of our distribution centers. This entry‑level management role combines leadership with hands‑on work—overseeing labor, transportation, customer service, and maintenance while also working alongside the team.

• Preference given to candidates with a CDL license.

Salary:

Competitive and commensurate with experience and location.

What You’ll Do

• Lead daily activities: product placement, scheduling, loading/unloading, yard organization
• Manage receiving, quality checks, and accurate inventory records
• Oversee truck driver operations (hiring, training, DOT/safety compliance)
• Maintain trucks, equipment, and site facilities
• Direct horticultural care of nursery stock (fertilization, irrigation, pest control)
• Deliver excellent customer service personally and through your team
• Train and develop employees, ensuring a safe and professional environment
• Assist in all aspects of site operations as needed

What We’re Looking For

• 3–5 years of horticulture, landscape, wholesale, or retail experience OR a related degree
• Strong leadership, organization, and planning skills
• Team player who can also work independently
• Comfortable in a fast‑paced, seasonal environment
• Physically able to lift 50 lbs.
• Valid driver’s license (CDL strongly preferred)

Why Join Us

• Competitive pay based on experience and location
• Health, dental, HSA, and 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off + paid sick time
• Year‑round, full‑time stability
• A team‑oriented, supportive environment with hands‑on opportunities in horticulture
• Work outdoors, get involved, and grow your career

Schedule

• Monday–Friday
• Weekends as needed during peak seasons

Job Type: Full-time

Pay & Benefits

• Competitive pay starting at $55,000, depending on experience and location.
• 401(K)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person