Floral Merchandiser

Kennicott Brothers Company; Alsip (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Kennicott Brothers Company is seeking a Floral Merchandiser to manage and merchandise floral displays in Alsip, IL. The role focuses on presentation, freshness and customer satisfaction, with responsibilities across planning, stocking and reporting.

The position is part time, with a typical day shift. Drivers license and reliable transportation are required for travel to stores. Apply to join a team that supports seasonal merchandising strategies and store promotions.

Qualifications

• Experience with floral merchandising best practices.
• Basic flower & plant knowledge.
• Understanding of category management fundamentals.
• Strong eye for detail, color coordination, and visual presentation.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Proficient in Word & Powerpoint.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Good communication & people skills.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for travel to stores.

Responsibilities

• Stock and rotate floral displays to maintain freshness and product quality.
• Create attractive and seasonal floral arrangements and displays.
• Follow planograms and merchandising guidelines to set up new displays.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate restocking with vendors or management.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the floral department.
• Remove expired or damaged products in accordance with KBC policy.
• Collaborate with store teams on promotional events and store openings.
• Take photos of displays and complete daily merchandising reports.
• Ensure appropriate signage is requested and displayed.

Skills

Basic floral design skills

Knowledge of plant care and flower Var

Previous experience in floral merchand

Retail merchandising systems

Valid driver’s license

Reliable transportation

Tools

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: MASS MARKET - ALSIP, IL 60803, Position Type: Part Time, Salary Range: $17.00 - $18.00 Hourly, Job Shift: Day, We are looking for a Floral Merchandiser to manage and merchandise floral displays for Kennicott Brothers. You will be responsible for ensuring the floral departments in our partner-retail chains are visually appealing, well-stocked, clean and maintained, and aligned with company standards. This role focuses on product presentation, freshness, and customer satisfaction. This position will partner with KBC leadership to develop and execute seasonal merchandising strategies that enhance the shopping experience. The goal is to increase sales and profitability of business to drive sustainable growth.

You must have experience in understanding a B2B customer’s needs and the selling environment within the floral category. We also want the individual to have a commercial mindset and full comprehension of marketing and sales principles. Exceptional communication skills are also key for floral merchandisers.

Key Responsibilities

• Stock and rotate floral displays to maintain freshness and product quality.
• Create attractive and seasonal floral arrangements and displays.
• Follow planograms and merchandising guidelines to set up new displays.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate restocking with vendors or management.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the floral department.
• Remove expired or damaged products in accordance with KBC policy.
• Collaborate with store teams on promotional events and store openings.
• Take photos of displays and complete daily merchandising reports.
• Ensure appropriate signage is requested and displayed.

Preferred Skills

• Basic floral design skills.
• Knowledge of plant care and flower varieties.
• Previous Experience in floral merchandising, floral design, or retail merchandising preferred.
• Familiarity with retail merchandising systems or reporting apps.
• Must have valid driver's license and reliable transportation for travel to stores

Qualifications: Requirements

• Experience with floral merchandising best practices
• Basic flower & plant knowledge
• Understanding of category management fundamentals
• Strong eye for detail, color coordination, and visual presentation.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Proficient in Word & Powerpoint
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Good communication & people skills
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for travel to stores

Preferred Skills

• Basic floral design skills.
• Knowledge of plant care and flower varieties.
• Previous Experience in floral merchandising, floral design, or retail merchandising preferred.
• Familiarity with retail merchandising systems or reporting apps.

Preferred Location We are looking for candidates who live in or near the following area:

• Northwest Suburbs: Schaumburg