Nursery Manager: Plant Care, Operations & Growth

41 Home & Garden; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

41 Home & Garden is seeking a Nursery Manager to lead the overall operation of the plant nursery, driving profitability and high-quality plant production. The role requires horticulture expertise, strong leadership, and business acumen to ensure excellent customer service and efficient staff management.

You will manage propagation, irrigation, soil health, budgeting, inventory, and compliance, while coaching the team and maintaining a safe, productive work environment on-site.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Horticulture, Agricultural Sciences, Plant Science, or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Experience: 3+ years of progressive experience in commercial nursery or greenhouse management, including supervisory experience.
• Knowledge: Detailed knowledge of plant biology, pathology, common pests, fertilizers, and growing techniques for local climate.
• Skills: Excellent managerial, leadership, and communication abilities; budgeting and inventory management software experience.
• Physical: Ability to lift heavy objects, stand/walk for long periods, and work outdoors in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of plant propagation, including trees, shrubs, flowers, and other specialty plants.
• Develop and implement irrigation and fertilization schedules and protocols.
• Monitor plant health and diagnose issues using IPM techniques.
• Ensure proper soil health, potting, and transplanting procedures.
• Maintain accurate labeling, inventory, and saleable plant condition.
• Develop and manage the annual nursery budget and forecast sales.
• Procure and manage inventory of stock (plants, seeds, soil, chemicals, equipment).
• Maintain records for inventory, sales, production, staff scheduling, and compliance.
• Oversee maintenance and repair of facilities, equipment, and irrigation systems.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations including health and safety.

Skills

Managerial

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Inventory software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Horticulture/Plant Science or related field

Job description

41 Home & Garden is seeking a Nursery Manager to lead the overall operation of the plant nursery, driving profitability and high-quality plant production. The role requires horticulture expertise, strong leadership, and business acumen to ensure excellent customer service and efficient staff management.

You will manage propagation, irrigation, soil health, budgeting, inventory, and compliance, while coaching the team and maintaining a safe, productive work environment on-site.