Garden Center Associate

Costa Farms, LLC•San Antonio, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Garden Center Merchandiser represents Costa Farms in retail garden centers in the San Antonio, Bulverde, Boerne, and Kerrville, Texas areas. The role focuses on caring for, displaying, and replenishing Costa Farms products; maintaining accurate inventory; meeting merchandising standards; and providing a positive experience for store personnel and consumers. Team members work in retail garden centers, including locations such as The Home Depot, and may be assigned to multiple stores within a designated territory. The position involves independent work as well as collaboration with store personnel and Costa Farms teams. It is physically active and hands-on, with work outdoors or in semi-covered areas and exposure to changing weather. A reliable mode of transportation is necessary. Costa Farms describes itself as a horticultural grower founded in 1961, with nearly 6,000 employees and operations across several locations. The company emphasizes its H3 values—Humble, Hungry, and Hustling—and says it is committed to diversity and equal opportunity. Applicants must be work-authorized; Costa Farms will not sponsor a visa for this position.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Must be work-authorized; Costa Farms will not sponsor a visa for this position.
Reliable mode of transportation is necessary for travel among retail locations within an assigned territory.
Able to use a smartphone or tablet to submit reports, photos, and updates through company platforms.
Able to perform physically demanding work, including lifting, bending, standing for extended periods, and working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Able to lift and move plant products or displays weighing up to 50 pounds safely.
Dependable and punctual, with consistent attendance and follow-through.
Able to manage time independently and communicate updates, issues, or store needs in a timely manner.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Ensure Costa Farms and third-party products are neatly displayed, fully stocked, and visually appealing.
Follow Costa Farms merchandising standards and planograms.
Rotate inventory according to freshness and product lifecycle.
Provide professional, respectful customer service to stores and store personnel.
Adjust availability to business needs, including seasonal demand and additional hours outside the regular schedule, such as weekends, nights, and holidays.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather information or provide help as needed.
Follow safety standards and encourage other Costa Farms employees to do the same.
Maintain productivity and accuracy while merchandising products in stores.
Carry out tasks as directed by team members and work to improve execution and productivity.
Complete surveys and Go Spot Check missions accurately and promptly.
Track and report inventory levels using designated systems.
Arrive at assigned locations to meet with the team as needed and complete the assigned schedule.
Prepare stores for tours, meetings, and other events as required.
Build and maintain respectful relationships with store personnel.
Treat consumers helpfully and project a cheerful, friendly manner.
Perform additional duties as required.