Experienced Nursery & Greenhouse General Manager

gpac; Santa Maria (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401K

Relocation assistance

Performance-based incentives

Outdoor environment

Job summary

gpac is hiring an Experienced Nursery and Greenhouse General Manager to oversee daily operations, supervise personnel, production planning, and sales support for growth and strong customer service.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of greenhouse, nursery, or garden center managerial experience, a related degree, and proven leadership. Willingness to travel/relocate and reside in the U.S. is required. Competitive pay and relocation assistance are offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' greenhouse, nursery, or garden center managerial experience.
• A bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related horticulture and /or business field.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of rules, regulations, and guidelines of various federal or state Dept. of Agriculture.
• Ability to coach and train a sales team in building strong relationships with retail partners.
• Must reside in the U.S. and have a valid U.S. driving license.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and perform physical tasks.
• Willing to travel and relocate.

Responsibilities

• Manage the daily nursery and greenhouse operations, ensuring a clean organized and well-stocked sales area.
• Hire associates, production and greenhouse labor, sales teams and office support.
• Lead, train, and motivate sales associates to provide outstanding customer service.
• Receive, inspect, display, water, and maintain healthy, high-quality plant inventory.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate restocking with distribution teams.
• Ensure proper plant care, merchandising, pricing, and signage according to company standards.
• Maintain logs, labor reports, pesticide applications, plug grade sheets, disease logs and testing.
• Communicate regularly with district management regarding inventory needs, staffing and operational updates.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures and maintain a safe work environment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Sales coaching

Team supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Pesticide knowledge

Job description

We are hiring an Experienced Nursery and Greenhouse General Manager. If you are passionate about plants, we are looking for an enthusiastic and dependable individual to oversee daily operations. The ideal candidate will supervise personnel, production management, and planning. Help develop and support the sales team in achieving goals and maximizing sales. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established horticulture organization with opportunities for growth and advancement.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the daily nursery and greenhouse operations, ensuring a clean organized and well-stocked sales area.
• Hire associates, production and greenhouse labor, sales teams and office support.
• Lead, train, and motivate sales associates to provide outstanding customer service.
• Receive, inspect, display, water, and maintain healthy, high-quality plant inventory.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate restocking with distribution teams.
• Ensure proper plant care, merchandising, pricing, and signage according to company standards.
• Maintain logs, labor reports, pesticide applications, plug grade sheets, disease logs and testing.
• Communicate regularly with district management regarding inventory needs, staffing and operational updates.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures and maintain a safe work environment.

Key Qualifications

• 5+ years' greenhouse, nursery, or garden center managerial experience.
• A bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related horticulture and /or business field.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of rules, regulations, and guidelines of various federal or state Dept. of Agriculture.
• Ability to make sound decisions and exercise judgement and discretion in applying and interpreting rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to coach and train a sales team in building strong relationships with retail partners.
• Comfortable working outside in varying weather conditions.
• Able to work with little or no supervision.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and perform frequent bending, walking, and standing.
• Must be willing to travel and relocate.
• Must currently reside in the U.S. and have a valid U.S. driving license.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay, Health Insurance, 401K
• Performance-based incentives.
• Supportive leadership and team environment.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Relocation assistance for qualified candidates
• A fun outdoor environment working with a company passionate about gardening and growing.

For questions or enquiries regarding this position or any other nursery or agriculture opportunities please contact Kim Kavanaugh at 440-367-6025 or by email at [e-mail]

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.