Floral Manager Lake Oswego Oregon

Albertsons • Lake Oswego, OR

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About The Position

The Floral Department Manager oversees daily floral operations, delivering fresh products and creating memorable customer experiences for everyday occasions and special events. This hands-on, creative, fast-paced role combines floral design, customer service, merchandising, inventory management, and team leadership. The manager maintains department readiness and presentation, supports customers with product selection and custom orders, and leads associates in a collaborative environment.

Requirements

• Strong customer-service mindset and a creative, detail-oriented approach.
• Effective leadership, coaching, and communication skills.
• Strong organization, time-management, and prioritization abilities.
• Ability to thrive during seasonal peaks and high-volume events.
• Knowledge of floral design, production, and visual merchandising execution.
• Knowledge of inventory management, ordering, and shrink control.
• Knowledge of labor scheduling, task delegation, and performance management.
• Knowledge of sanitation, safety, and compliance oversight.
• Knowledge of floral design techniques and merchandising standards.
• Knowledge of product care, hydration, storage, and freshness requirements.
• Knowledge of store systems, ordering platforms, and basic computer tools.
• Ability to lift up to 40–50 lbs. and work in cooler environments.
• Manual dexterity for trimming, arranging, wrapping, and handling floral products.
• Flexible availability, including weekends, holidays, and peak floral seasons.
• Reliable attendance and compliance with company policies, safety standards, and the Code of Business Conduct.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily Floral Department operations, emphasizing customer service, creativity, and department readiness.
• Create a welcoming customer-focused environment and assist with product selection, custom orders, events, and consultations.
• Design, prepare, and merchandise floral arrangements, bouquets, gift items, and seasonal programs.
• Execute division merchandising plans, seasonal sets, holiday programs, and promotional displays.
• Maintain full, fresh, visually appealing floral cases, tables, and displays with accurate signage and pricing.
• Monitor plant and flower health, hydration, freshness, and presentation standards.
• Manage ordering, inventory levels, shrink, markdowns, and waste tracking.
• Oversee receiving, conditioning, product rotation, and cooler organization.
• Build and manage schedules aligned with sales volume and labor targets.
• Hire, train, coach, and develop floral associates while fostering a positive, collaborative team environment.
• Ensure compliance with sanitation, safety, handling, labeling, and company operational standards.
• Review sales trends and adjust production accordingly.
• Train and develop associates with varying skill levels.

Benefits

• Competitive wages paid weekly.
• Associate discounts.
• Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates, including medical, dental, and 401(k).
• Time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick pay.
• Training, career growth, and development.
• An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities served.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed