Garden Center Associate - Part Time

Costa Farms • Spokane, WA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Garden Center Associate (described in the posting as a Garden Center Merchandiser) represents Costa Farms in retail garden centers around Spokane and Beaverton Valley, Washington. The role maintains Costa Farms’ merchandising standards and product presentation, cares for and replenishes products, tracks inventory, and helps provide a positive experience for store personnel and consumers. Work takes place in retail garden centers, including locations such as The Home Depot, and may involve multiple stores within a designated territory. Associates work independently while coordinating with store staff and Costa Farms teams.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• All applicants must be authorized to work; Costa Farms will not sponsor a visa for this position.
• Reliable transportation is necessary because assignments may cover multiple retail locations within a designated territory.
• Able to lift and move plant products or displays up to 50 pounds safely and perform frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, bending, reaching, standing, and walking; the role also involves pushing racks with up to 100 pounds of force.
• Able to work outdoors or in semi-covered spaces in varying weather, including heat, humidity, rain, and cold.
• Able to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet merchandising and operational expectations.
• Able to use a smartphone or tablet to submit reports, photos, and updates through company platforms.

Nice To Haves

• Previous retail, merchandising, or garden center experience.
• Basic knowledge of plant care.

Responsibilities

• Keep Costa Farms and/or third-party products neatly displayed, fully stocked, and visually appealing.
• Follow Costa Farms merchandising standards and planograms; keep displays clean, organized, and consistent.
• Rotate inventory according to freshness and product lifecycle.
• Provide professional, courteous customer service to stores and store personnel, and a cheerful, helpful experience for consumers.
• Track and report inventory levels using designated systems; submit surveys and Go Spot Check missions accurately and promptly.
• Prioritize daily tasks and independently manage time across assigned locations and responsibilities.
• Communicate inventory updates, issues, and store needs to store associates, supervisors, and internal teams.
• Identify and address damaged products, inventory discrepancies, and display adjustments with minimal supervision.
• Comply with safety standards and encourage other Costa Farms employees to do the same.
• Complete assigned schedules, arrive at designated locations to meet with the team as needed, and prepare stores for tours, meetings, and events.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and support peers as needed.
• Use a smartphone or tablet to submit reports, photos, and updates through company platforms.
• Perform additional duties as required.
• Accommodate schedule changes and additional hours based on business needs, including weekends, nights, and holidays.

Benefits

• Paid sick leave as required by Washington law. The position is not eligible for Costa Farms’ company-sponsored benefit programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED