Garden Center Team Lead

Simply Set Training and Merchandising•Fishkill, NY

1d•$19 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Simply Set, a family-owned wholesale grower specializing in seasonal products, is seeking a Team Lead to build and oversee a team of Merchandisers. This role involves providing specialized merchandising services for Walmart on behalf of wholesale suppliers. The Team Lead will be responsible for extensive training on the proper care of live goods and will guide the merchandising team in training and supporting retail associates to effectively manage garden center operations and engage with customers.

Requirements

Strong verbal and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and customer service abilities
High level of attention to detail
Proven leadership skills
Enjoys working outdoors with annual and perennial plants
Ability to work in all weather conditions
Must own and be able to use a smartphone
Completion of Scintilla In-Store certification required prior to start date
Valid driver license and reliable transportation required

Nice To Haves

Team members live near their locations to minimize drive time and mileage.

Responsibilities

Recruit, interview, hire, and train Seasonal Merchandisers within the assigned market.
Manage and oversee the day-to-day workflow and operations of the market.
Administer employee discipline and terminations in accordance with company policies.
Oversee one assigned market consisting of 7-12 stores.
Interview, hire, and train merchandisers for all assigned stores, ensuring team members live near their locations to minimize drive time and mileage.
Train and support the team to execute retail merchandising tasks, including product placement, displays, and signage.
Train store associates on proper watering practices.
Implement assigned retail schematics and merchandising materials.
Ensure all merchandising meets Walmart's established standards.
Train retail staff to complete scheduled tasks.
Capture before-and-after photos of displays and merchandising plans and submit them to the Regional Manager.
Consistently meet company and client objectives.
Clock in and out using Volt and Chronotek for each store visit.
Communicate and collaborate effectively with store management, associates, and suppliers.
Deliver exceptional customer service.
Strictly adhere to the assigned weekly labor hour budget.
Visit each assigned store on a weekly basis.
Work regularly alongside merchandisers in-store, including possible documentation.
Upload only approved specification photos to OneDrive.
Maintain ongoing communication with the Regional Manager via email, text and phone.
Report any issues or concerns to the Regional Manager immediately.
Submit weekly schedules for yourself and merchandisers to the Regional Manager by Friday evening of the prior week, and promptly communicate any changes.
Approve all time-off requests.