Landscape Center Nursery Manager

Team Builder Recruiting; Manheim (PA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employee discount on nursery products

Company-provided work attire

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

A leading nursery company is seeking a Landscape Center Nursery Manager to oversee operations and lead a team focused on customer service and excellence in plant care. The ideal candidate has over three years in the green industry, strong leadership capabilities, and is committed to fostering a collaborative work environment. Competitive pay of $25-$30 per hour, health insurance, and opportunities for professional growth are offered in this family-oriented company.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of green industry knowledge or nursery operations experience.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and lift to 80 lbs.
• Experience in operating nursery equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily nursery operations including staffing and inventory management.
• Supervise and motivate staff while fostering a team environment.
• Assist customers in plant selection and provide maintenance education.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication

Organization

Customer service

Green industry knowledge

Tech-savvy

Tools

QuickBooks

POS systems

Job description

Overview

Are you ready to revitalize a retail nursery division from the ground up—bringing your passion for the green industry to life as you build a team and deliver an exceptional customer experience?

Why You'll Love Working with Us

• Career Growth: Build a future with opportunities for learning, advancement, and long-term stability.
• Family-oriented: Join a company with over 125 years of history that values relationships and treats you like part of the family.
• Quality Focus: Contribute to landscaping and nursery work known for excellence throughout Lancaster County.
• Team Values: Work alongside people committed to integrity, trust, and collaboration daily.
• Community Impact: Be part of a cornerstone business that invests in local connections and sustainability.

Root\'s Nurseries LLC has been a cornerstone in the Lancaster community since 1895, specializing in residential and commercial landscaping, as well as retail and wholesale tree sales. With 100 acres planted in shade, flowering, and evergreen trees, we are committed to integrity, quality, and customer care as we continue growing our landscaping and nursery services legacy.

What You\'ll Do as a Landscape Center Nursery Manager

• Oversee daily nursery operations, including staffing, scheduling, and inventory management.
• Supervise, train, & motivate staff while fostering a collaborative team environment.
• Build lasting relationships with contractors and support bulk orders and project needs.
• Assist customers in selecting trees and shrubs suited to their landscape goals.
• Provide personalized service and education to homeowners on plant care and maintenance.
• Coordinate with suppliers to maintain stock levels and ensure product quality.
• Maintain plant health through routine care, irrigation management, and pest control.
• Operate nursery equipment and assist with deliveries, pickups, and logistics.
• Ensure a clean, safe, and organized nursery environment.
• Work full-time Monday-Friday, 7 a.m.-5 p.m., with occasional required travel within a 50-mile radius.

Our Ideal Landscape Center Nursery Manager

• Experienced: 3+ years of green industry knowledge, nursery operations, or landscape supply. Experience operating nursery equipment is preferred, and a CDL A or B license is a plus.
• Leader: Demonstrates strong communication and leadership skills by training, motivating, and developing a team while setting transparent processes and expectations.
• Organized and customer-focused: Manages scheduling and inventory with attention to detail while delivering excellent service to contractors and homeowners.
• Active: Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions, lifting to 80 lbs., and performing the physical aspects of nursery operations.
• Tech-savvy: Knows or can learn QuickBooks and POS systems.

What We Offer Our Landscape Center Nursery Manager

• $25-$30/hour, DOE
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Company-provided shirts, pants, & shoes
• Employee discount on nursery products
• Opportunities for professional growth
• Company-paid continuing education
• An established, family-oriented company that invests in its people and community
• A company that is revitalizing its retail division and creating long-term opportunities for growth

To Apply

We\'d love to hear from you if you have experience in tree and shrub sales, nursery operations, or landscape supply, and are excited about the opportunity to lead a team in revitalizing our retail division. Please submit your resume in PDF or Word format for consideration through this job posting.

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