Merchandising Supervisor

Costa Farms, LLC•Georgetown, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Merchandising Supervisor oversees operational, human resources, and administrative tasks for Costa Farms merchandising in garden centers around Georgetown, Texas. The role leads, trains, and communicates with a team of merchandisers across assigned stores, while ensuring effective product placement, inventory levels, and sales through merchandising strategies. It is a hands-on supervisory position based primarily in retail garden centers, such as The Home Depot, and includes providing merchandising coverage when team members are unavailable.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
1–3 years of merchandising experience.
Must be authorized to work; Costa Farms will not sponsor a visa for this position.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate complex information to employees.
Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.
Ability to identify problems, evaluate options, and implement practical solutions.
Effective time-management skills to meet deadlines and maintain productivity.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues efficiently.
Ability to safely lift and move plant products or displays weighing up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Attend meetings as requested.
Follow oral and written directions and work effectively in a cohesive team environment.
Conduct subordinate performance evaluations in accordance with Costa Farms protocols.
Ensure compliance with company merchandising guidelines, standards, and policies.
Maintain relationships with store managers and associates and negotiate favorable terms for product placement and displays.
Interview, hire, train, and manage merchandisers across assigned store locations.
Provide ongoing coaching and feedback to support performance and professional growth.
Manage time cards, approve payroll, and address attendance issues in coordination with HR.
Oversee execution of planograms, store layouts, and promotional displays.
Ensure timely product stocking, removal of unsellable items, and display restocking.
Monitor inventory levels and product placement to maximize sales opportunities.
Communicate store updates, inventory concerns, and team performance to the Area Manager.
Complete store visit surveys, submit required photos, and meet reporting deadlines.
Communicate with store leadership, vendors, and cross-functional teams.
Ensure the team follows safety protocols, merchandising standards, and company policies.
Execute corrective action, including verbal or written warnings and terminations, in partnership with HR.
Ensure accurate signage, pricing, and advertising execution across stores.
Serve as the primary point of contact for escalations or store concerns within assigned locations.
Cover store visits when team members are unavailable because of time off, vacancies, or unexpected call-outs.
Step in to maintain consistent execution and service levels across assigned locations.