Design Operations Manager — Floral Production Lead

Bachman's Inc; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Discount

Medical Insurance

Vision

Life and AD&D

Disability Insurance

PTO

Paid Holidays

401(K)

ID Watchdog

Pet Insurance

Wellness

EAP

Job summary

Bachman’s is seeking a Manager Design Operations in Minneapolis, MN to lead daily design production, optimize workflows, and develop a high-performing design team delivering quality floral and planted creations.

You will plan production schedules, manage labor, control costs, coach staff, conduct reviews, and drive process improvements while maintaining a positive, productive work environment.

Qualifications

• Requires minimum 5 years’ experience and extensive knowledge of Floral Design, products and techniques to fill design orders at high quality level.
• Ability to lead teams through stressful peak periods and maintain morale.
• Supervisory training with experience in hiring, scheduling and performance management.
• Deep understanding of spoilage principles and activities.
• Strong communication skills to lead and resolve issues across departments.
• Proficiency with Bachman’s sales and inventory systems; Excel proficiency expected.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise daily Design production, assigning work and ensuring quality and efficiency.
• Manage labor allocation across multiple business units to meet production demands.
• Plan, forecast, and communicate team production schedules.
• Schedule staff and control labor expenses to achieve budget goals.
• Support employee performance through coaching, training, and development.
• Conduct performance reviews and recognize team achievements.
• Foster a positive, engaged, and productive team environment.
• Oversee department operations and ensure adequate materials, supplies, and workspace.
• Identify and implement process improvements to boost efficiency and cross‑department collaboration.

Skills

Floral design knowledge

Leadership

Communication

Staff supervision

Planning & scheduling

Budget management

Coaching & development

Team building

Operational oversight

Analytical thinking

Education

Floral Designer IV level

Tools

Excel

Inventory systems

Job description

Bachman’s is seeking a Manager Design Operations in Minneapolis, MN to lead daily design production, optimize workflows, and develop a high-performing design team delivering quality floral and planted creations.

You will plan production schedules, manage labor, control costs, coach staff, conduct reviews, and drive process improvements while maintaining a positive, productive work environment.