Nursery Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $75,000 to $90,000

Wholesale Nursery Manager

POSITION SUMMARY

The Wholesale Nursery Manager oversees all operations of the wholesale nursery, including staff management, inventory control, and customer relations. This role is pivotal in ensuring efficient nursery operations, maintaining high-quality plant stock, and fostering strong relationships with landscape contractors and other clients. The manager is also responsible for driving revenue growth through effective sales strategies and operational excellence.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Egan Landscape Group is a Plymouth based premier landscaping company dedicated to excellence in design, maintenance, and horticulture. The company emphasizes a commitment to high-quality results, client satisfaction, and positive community impact. Guided by its RELIANT core values, Egan Landscape Group prioritizes reliability, professionalism, and sustainability in all its operations, ensuring they deliver exceptional landscaping solutions tailored to their clients' needs.

OBJECTIVES

• Achieve or exceed monthly and annual revenue targets for the nursery.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure optimal stock levels.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with landscape contractors and other customers.
• Implement best practices for plant care and nursery maintenance.
• Monitor and manage nursery expenses to ensure profitability.
• Ensure timely procurement and delivery of quality plant materials.
• Promote nursery products through marketing strategies and industry events.
  Train and supervise nursery staff to ensure efficient operations.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and clean nursery environment.
• Collaborate with sales teams to identify and pursue new business opportunities.

COMPETENCIES

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Proficiency in inventory management systems.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
• Knowledge of horticulture and landscaping practices.
• Ability to develop and implement effective sales strategies.
• Financial acumen to monitor revenue, expenses, and profitability.
• Problem-solving skills to address operational challenges.
• Ability to work collaboratively with sales and marketing teams.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe and organized work environment.
• Adaptability to changing market trends and customer needs.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Proven experience in nursery management or a related field.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
• Proficiency in inventory management and basic financial oversight.
• Knowledge of horticulture and landscaping practices.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to job sites.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to walk, stand, and move around the nursery for extended periods.
• Capability to lift and carry materials or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Comfort with activities such as bending, kneeling, or crouching during plant care and maintenance.
• Strong visual focus for assessing plant health and inventory.
• Ability to handle tools and equipment for nursery operations.
• Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions, including heat, cold, and rain.
• Physical stamina to work long hours, especially during peak seasons.
• Ability to respond quickly and physically to operational emergencies or urgent tasks.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY

As an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting the needs of a multigenerational and multicultural workforce Egan Landscaping recognizes that a diverse staff, reflective of our community, is an integral and welcome part of a successful and ethical business. We hire local talent at all levels regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation or disability, and actively foster inclusion in all forms both within our company and across interactions with clients, candidates and partners.

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