Lead Floral Designer & Studio Operations Leader

Winston Flowers; Greenwich, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Winston Flowers in Greenwich, CT, seeks a Lead Designer to oversee all aspects of design execution and studio operations. This role blends hands-on floral design, leadership, production coordination, inventory control, and order fulfillment.

The ideal candidate is both artistically driven and systems-oriented, ensuring exceptional product quality while maintaining efficient daily operations. Flexibility to work weekends and holidays is required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional floral design experience (lead or senior designer preferred).
• Proven leadership and team coaching skills.
• Experience with inventory management and vendor ordering.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with POS/order management systems is a plus.
• Ability to lift 30–50 lbs and work standing for long periods.
• Flexibility to work weekends and holidays as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute floral designs for daily, weekly, monthly and custom orders.
• Collaborate with event teams on execution of events and installations.
• Maintain design standards and oversee production timelines.
• Train and coach design staff; ensure quality and brand consistency.
• Coordinate production schedules to meet delivery deadlines.
• Oversee inventory and purchasing for events and weekly accounts.
• Ensure smooth back-of-house operations and safety standards.

Skills

Floral design leadership

Team leadership

Inventory management

Vendor coordination

Strong communication

Job description

Winston Flowers in Greenwich, CT, seeks a Lead Designer to oversee all aspects of design execution and studio operations. This role blends hands-on floral design, leadership, production coordination, inventory control, and order fulfillment.

The ideal candidate is both artistically driven and systems-oriented, ensuring exceptional product quality while maintaining efficient daily operations. Flexibility to work weekends and holidays is required.