Nursery Coordinator

Bachman's Inc.; Lakeville (MN); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Discount

Pet Insurance

Wellness Challenges

ID Watchdog

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Nursery Coordinator for a seasonal position. This role involves engaging with customers for tree and shrub selections, providing exceptional sales and customer service, and overseeing the training of seasonal staff. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in horticulture, excellent communication skills, and a passion for customer satisfaction. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will enhance the customer experience and support the growth of the nursery. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy working with plants and people, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Two-year degree in horticulture or three years of related experience required.
• Must have supervisory experience and excellent customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate tree and shrub selections with retail customers.
• Train seasonal employees and maintain nursery stock as needed.
• Assist customers with inquiries and ensure satisfaction.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Knowledge of Nursery Materials

Education

Two-year Associate Degree in Horticulture

Three years of related work experience

Job description

Nursery Coordinator

Seasonal Position
Retail Hours (M-F 7:30am-5pm, Sat 8am-3pm, Sun 10am-3pm)
Starting at $18/hour

Job Duties:

• Meet with retail appointments daily for tree and shrub selections.
• Perform sales and customer service for nursery and related products at both Cedar Acres and retail customer selections at Nursery Wholesale.
• Coordinate pick up, delivery, and/or installation of product through Bachman’s or other landscape installation companies.
• Provide training and work direction of seasonal employees to meet the customers' expectations and related expectations of this position.
• Help customers in tree/shrub lot at Cedar Acres along with loading of selected material when needed. Work with customers on any questions or issues that may arise daily.
• Maintain nursery stock as needed including irrigation, pruning, fertilization, etc.
• Assist in maintenance of all areas of the store including greenhouse, perennials, etc.
• May be asked to deliver smaller material when needed.

Qualifications:

• Two-year associate degree (Horticultural) and two-year hardscape sales, design, and/or installation experience required or three years of related work experience.
• One year supervisory or team leadership experience required.
• Demonstrated excellent customer service skills required.
• Working knowledge of nursery materials required.
• Outstanding communication and customer service skills required.
• Must have good interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work as a team player.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully work with, communicate, motivate, train and provide work direction.
• MNLA Nursery Professional Certification preferred.
• Must be 18 and older to apply.

Benefits:

• Employee Discount
• Pet Insurance
• Wellness Challenges
• ID Watchdog
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Compensation: $18/hour

Bachman's is an Equal Opportunity Employer.