Garden Center Merchandiser

Benefits:

• Weekend Shift Availability
• Weekly Pay
• Flexible schedule
• Training & development

Garden Center Merchandiser – Bring Your Passion for Plants to Life!

Kalamazoo Garden Solutions (KGS) is hiring a Garden Center Merchandiser to join our team across many of our locations in the states of IN/IL/OH/MI. Discover the essence of seasonal beauty with us where our seasonal careers are crafted for those who embrace the vibrant rhythms of nature and the joy of floral arrangements. Join our team where every season brings new opportunities to create, inspire, and delight our customers.

Follow this link to hear about the day in the life of a KGS Merchandiser: https://youtu.be/JkYNKQumcJY

Meet Some of Our Team Leaders:

Evonne - Merchandising Manager

• How long with KGS? Going into her fourth season with KGS, Evonne has worked as a Lead with Meijer stores for two years and is now in her second year as a Merchandising Manager overseeing 16 stores (Walmart and Meijer).
• Prior Experience? Evonne’s background includes being a Crew Leader for a landscaping company and a Visual Manager and Designer for a garden center.
• Passionate About? Family, design, and gardening are Evonne's passions. She’s constantly exploring new gardening techniques and incorporating design into her gardening practices.

Rochelle - Merchandising Manager

• How long with KGS? Rochelle joined KGS in January 2019 and currently serves as a Merchandising Manager.
• Prior Experience? Before KGS, Rochelle worked as a Retail Supervisor of Events, overseeing and managing retail setups for various events.
• Passionate About? Rochelle enjoys spending time with her two pugs and is dedicated to the upkeep of her parents' home, reflecting her caring nature for both family and her home.

Nick- Regional Manager

• How long with KGS? Been with the company for 10 years.
• Prior Experience? Previous work experience in retail management and retail merchandising.
• Passionate About? Enjoy gardening, hiking, camping, lounging by the pool, catching a tan, and generally being outdoors.

Barbara - Merchandising Manager

• How long with KGS? Joined Kalamazoo Garden Solutions as Merchandising Manager this year, bringing 20 years of experience in plant merchandising.
• Prior Experience? Extensive background in plant merchandising and building strong, passionate teams within the industry.
• Passionate About? Enjoys hiking, running, gardening, landscaping, spending time with farm animals, and cherishing moments with grown children and 5 grandchildren.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and maintain plant displays to captivate and inspire customers.
• Ensure all plants are healthy and thriving with proper care.
• Stay on top of promotional signage and updates for upcoming sales.
• Collaborate with the team to hit daily goals and ensure smooth operations.

Position Requirements:

• City of Residence: Candidates must live in close proximity to our local client retail service location(s), which will be confirmed during the pre-interview process.
• Reliable Transportation: Reliable transportation is required to commute to work.
• Flexible Schedule: A commitment of at least 2 days per week for 4-hour shifts is required. Additional shifts may be available upon request.
• Physical Fitness: Candidates must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, push, pull, and remain active for the duration of their shift.

Qualifications:

• Prior merchandising or retail experience is a bonus.
• Must be able to work independently and with a team.
• Ability to hold a schedule and be organized.
• Reliability is essential.
• Strong customer service oriented attitude.

What We Offer:

• Flexible work hours and weekend shift opportunities.
• On the job training.
• Competitive weekly pay with the opportunity for additional hours.
• A supportive, energetic team with room for growth.

If you’re ready to contribute to creating amazing garden displays and want to work in a fun, fast-paced environment, apply today for the Garden Center Merchandiser position at Kalamazoo Garden Solutions!