Our mission is to support the individual gardener’s personal connection with the Earth in her or his own garden, and our team reflects these values on every level. The Ideal candidate has knowledge of Organic, Sustainable, “Green” Methods, Products and Processes. Ideal candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in a retail and client service operation and possess the following:

Strong Leadership Qualities

• Ability to inspire and coach fellow team members
• Ability to schedule and train team members
• Ability to be creative, tactful, and able to handle fast-paced, client service oriented business with skill, good humor, and effectiveness

Sales Experience

• Proven experience in growing a “green” business year round by increasing sales and margins in at least 2 of the following areas:
  • Retail garden center sales, including plant material and pots
  • Landscape Design, Custom Orders for Landscape Clients
  • Weddings and Events and Cut Flower Sales
  • Container Gardening sales & service
• Ability to retain and cultivate clients
• Ability to Network Business to Business
• Ability to profitably use our client email and direct mail lists
• Promotion of Workshops and Events

Buying and Budgeting Ability

• Experience in buying “green” goods for sales and margin growth
• Ability to discern and find products to fit the mission of the business
• Experience in buying large trees and shrubs for landscape design projects
• Experience in negotiating buys, terms with vendors, accepting deliveries and inventory management of plants, garden ornament, containers, tools and supplies

Additional Experience

• Knowledge of Macintosh Computer System, OS X and business/bookkeeping software is a plus; knowledge of POS systems, management reports, Quickbooks or AccountEdge helpful, knowledge of Excel, email and web for plant pre-pricing with vendors and internal budgeting essential;
• Degree or Certificate in Horticulture or Landscape Design is helpful though not essential
• Proven track record of continuing education, training and strong desire to learn and share knowledge essential

Email your cover letter and resume to: jobs@gentlegardener.com
or mail to: PO Box 1473, Louisa, Virginia 23093

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