Manager Design Operations

Bachman's Inc; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Discount

Medical Insurance

Vision

Life and AD&D

Disability Insurance

PTO

Paid Holidays

401(K)

ID Watchdog

Pet Insurance

Wellness

EAP

Job summary

Bachman’s is seeking a Manager Design Operations in Minneapolis, MN to lead daily design production, optimize workflows, and develop a high-performing design team delivering quality floral and planted creations.

You will plan production schedules, manage labor, control costs, coach staff, conduct reviews, and drive process improvements while maintaining a positive, productive work environment.

Qualifications

• Requires minimum 5 years’ experience and extensive knowledge of Floral Design, products and techniques to fill design orders at high quality level.
• Ability to lead teams through stressful peak periods and maintain morale.
• Supervisory training with experience in hiring, scheduling and performance management.
• Deep understanding of spoilage principles and activities.
• Strong communication skills to lead and resolve issues across departments.
• Proficiency with Bachman’s sales and inventory systems; Excel proficiency expected.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise daily Design production, assigning work and ensuring quality and efficiency.
• Manage labor allocation across multiple business units to meet production demands.
• Plan, forecast, and communicate team production schedules.
• Schedule staff and control labor expenses to achieve budget goals.
• Support employee performance through coaching, training, and development.
• Conduct performance reviews and recognize team achievements.
• Foster a positive, engaged, and productive team environment.
• Oversee department operations and ensure adequate materials, supplies, and workspace.
• Identify and implement process improvements to boost efficiency and cross‑department collaboration.

Skills

Floral design knowledge

Leadership

Communication

Staff supervision

Planning & scheduling

Budget management

Coaching & development

Team building

Operational oversight

Analytical thinking

Education

Floral Designer IV level

Tools

Excel

Inventory systems

Job description

Design Operations - Minneapolis, MN - Full Time

Manager Design Operations

Bachman’s is committed to creating a caring environment while inspiring a passion for bringing beauty to life.
Join Bachman’s as a Manager Design Operations and lead the team behind our beautiful floral and planted creations. In this key leadership role, you’ll guide daily operations, optimize production processes, and develop a talented design team to meet customer demand and exceed quality expectations. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy building successful teams, we’d love to hear from you.

Position Duties:

• Lead and supervise daily Design production, assigning work and ensuring quality and efficiency.
• Manage labor allocation across multiple business units to meet production demands.
• Plan, forecast, and communicate team production schedules.
• Schedule staff and control labor expenses to achieve budget goals.
• Support employee performance through coaching, training, and development.
• Conduct performance reviews, provide feedback, and recognize team achievements.
• Foster a positive, engaged, and productive team environment.
• Oversee department operations, ensuring adequate materials, supplies, and workspace.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and collaboration across departments.
• Frequently lift 10-30 lbs, occasionally lift 50 lbs.
• Standing on feet most of the day.
• Ability to push/pull loaded carts on a daily basis.
• Temperature variations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Requires minimum 5 years’ experience and extensive knowledge of Floral Design, products and techniques, to be able to fill all types of design orders at the highest quality level. Floral Designer IV level.
• Must be able to respond positively and lead teams through stressful situations and peak business time periods.
• Requires supervisory training with experience in hiring, scheduling, managing performance including disciplining and maintaining employee morale in a productive environment.
• Requires deep understanding of spoilage principles and activities.
• Requires exceptional communication skills to effectively lead and communicate with individuals on work direction and performance issues.
• Requires the ability to resolve interdepartmental issues involving inventory, labor, schedules, employee issues and special-order coordination.
• Requires planning ability to develop and execute seasonal peaks, and everyday activities.
• Must have operational skills to lead and organize an effective and efficient physical working space.
• Requires reading and math skills to research and analyze the effectiveness and efficiency of the business and operations to deliver business goals.
• Requires technology skills including email, excel and Bachman’s sales and inventory systems.
• Must be able to take on special projects requested by Executive Committee
• Employee Discount
• Medical Insurance
• Vision
• Life and AD&D
• Disability, Accident, Critical Illness Insurance
• ID Watchdog
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• PTO
• Paid Holidays (6/year)

Manager Design Operations
Bachman’s is committed to creating a caring environment while inspiring a passion for bringing beauty to life.
Join Bachman’s as a Manager Design Operations and lead the team behind our beautiful floral and planted creations. In this key leadership role, you’ll guide daily operations, optimize production processes, and develop a talented design team to meet customer demand and exceed quality expectations. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy building successful teams, we’d love to hear from you.

Position Duties:

• Lead and supervise daily Design production, assigning work and ensuring quality and efficiency.
• Manage labor allocation across multiple business units to meet production demands.
• Plan, forecast, and communicate team production schedules.
• Schedule staff and control labor expenses to achieve budget goals.
• Support employee performance through coaching, training and development.
• Conduct performance reviews, provide feedback, and recognize team achievements.
• Foster a positive, engaged, and productive team environment.
• Oversee department operations, ensuring adequate materials, supplies, and workspace.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and collaboration across departments.
• Frequently lift 10-30 lbs, occasionally lift 50 lbs.
• Standing on feet most of the day.
• Ability to push/pull loaded carts on a daily basis.
• Temperature variations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Requires minimum 5 years’ experience and extensive knowledge of Floral Design, products and techniques, to be able to fill all types of design orders at the highest quality level. Floral Designer IV level.
• Must be able to respond positively and lead teams through stressful situations and peak business time periods.
• Requires supervisory training with experience in hiring, scheduling, managing performance including disciplining and maintaining employee morale in a productive environment.
• Requires deep understanding of spoilage principles and activities.
• Requires exceptional communication skills to effectively lead and communicate with individuals on work direction and performance issues.
• Requires the ability to resolve interdepartmental issues involving inventory, labor, schedules, employee issues and special-order coordination.
• Requires planning ability to develop and execute seasonal peaks, and everyday activities.
• Must have operational skills to lead and organize an effective and efficient physical working space.
• Requires reading and math skills to research and analyze the effectiveness and efficiency of the business and operations to deliver business goals.
• Requires technology skills including email, excel and Bachman’s sales and inventory systems.
• Must be able to take on special projects requested by Executive Committee

Benefits:

• Employee Discount
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision
• Life and AD&D
• Disability, Accident, Critical Illness Insurance
• 401(K)
• ID Watchdog
• Pet Insurance
• Wellness
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• PTO
• Paid Holidays (6/year)

Compensation: $60-$70k Don't settle, come grow with us!
Bachman’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer