General Manager

CEO; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a General Manager for a garden and home retail site in Raleigh, NC. This role includes overseeing operations, driving sales, leading a team, and ensuring exceptional customer experiences. Candidates should have over 5 years of retail management experience and a strong understanding of horticulture.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage budgets and drive business results.
• Ability to work weekends and flexible hours as required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations, including inventory and staffing.
• Drive sales through customer engagement strategies.
• Recruit, hire, and train store staff.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational

Education

5+ years of retail management experience

Strong knowledge of horticulture

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Job Description

Do you have a green thumb? You can use it here! We are seeking a General Manager to oversee daily operations, sales performance, team leadership, and customer service at a thriving garden and home retail site. This individual ensures the store operates efficiently and profitably, delivering an exceptional customer experience while maintaining a healthy, vibrant retail environment.

Job Description

Do you have a green thumb? You can use it here! We are seeking a General Manager to oversee daily operations, sales performance, team leadership, and customer service at a thriving garden and home retail site. This individual ensures the store operates efficiently and profitably, delivering an exceptional customer experience while maintaining a healthy, vibrant retail environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Operations Management

• Oversee daily operations of the garden center, including inventory, merchandising, staffing, and facilities.
• Monitor and manage budgets, sales goals, expenses, and profitability.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, environmental standards, and local/state laws.
  
  

Sales & Customer Experience

• Drive sales through customer engagement strategies, seasonal promotions, and community outreach.
• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through effective team training and supervision.
• Resolve customer complaints promptly and professionally.
  
  

Team Leadership & Staffing

• Recruit, hire, train, and manage store staff, including seasonal workers.
• Develop work schedules and delegate responsibilities to ensure adequate coverage.
• Foster a positive team culture and lead by example in professionalism and work ethic.
  
  

Inventory & Merchandising

• Maintain optimal inventory levels and ensure timely replenishment of stock.
• Coordinate with suppliers and vendors to ensure timely delivery and competitive pricing.
• Oversee merchandising and presentation standards to ensure a visually appealing store layout.
  
  

Marketing & Community Engagement

• Collaborate with marketing teams or manage local promotions to increase visibility and traffic.
• Build partnerships with the local community
• Plan and host in-store events, workshops, or seasonal promotions.
  
  

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of retail management or garden center/nursery experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of horticulture, plant care, and seasonal products
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, analyze data, and drive business results.
• Ability to work weekends and flexible hours as required.
  
  

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand/walk for extended periods, and work in outdoor conditions.
• Comfortable working in varying weather conditions (heat, cold, rain).
  
  

Company Description

CEO Inc. is an award-winning, full-service search firm that centers on people and is committed to finding the right fit for our candidates and clients alike. For over 25 years CEO Inc. has successfully placed top professionals in Engineering, and Production roles within the manufacturing industry at both top-tier and growing companies.

CEO Inc. is an award-winning, full-service search firm that centers on people and is committed to finding the right fit for our candidates and clients alike. For over 25 years CEO Inc. has successfully placed top professionals in Engineering, and Production roles within the manufacturing industry at both top-tier and growing companies.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Business Consulting and Services

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