National Garden Service, founded in 2019, is a full-service, live goods merchandising company that provides exclusive outdoor floral services for The Kroger Company (and subsidiaries) nationwide.
Our company is made up of enthusiastic plant lovers who thrive in a fast paced, seasonally driven environment.
We provide competitive compensation and a fun and supportive environment in which to work!
Our Focus: “Excellence in Merchandising, Excellence in Care – Quality Plants Cared For by Quality Professionals”
*The start date for this role is APPROXIMATELY the week of March 11th.
We are seeking candidates that are okay with a possible fluctuating start date and hours throughout the year.
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*Our Live Goods Merchandiser role is a good fit for those who are self-starting, plant and outdoor enthusiasts, who are available to begin work in the morning.
We service the stores daily and are in the stores Monday-Saturday during high season.
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*Our Live Goods Merchandiser role often pairs nicely alongside other merchandising and GIG income streams! If this sounds like you, we invite you to apply with us!*
This position will service the following Kroger location(s):
* *#617 - 4633 Suder Ave.
Toledo, OH 43611*
* *#938 - 3301 Navarre Ave.
Oregon, OH 43616*
As a Live Goods Merchandiser, your workday will include:
* Receive and stage a variety of outdoor plants, including Christmas trees, wreaths and other assorted, seasonal products
* Build and maintain product displays
* Water all plant materials (spring-fall)
* Develop a watering plan with the floral department manager for additional support as needed (spring-fall)
* Keep product neatly organized
* Ensure proper signage is in place
* Maintain a safe and clean display area
* Remove and record expired plant material
* Interacting with store personnel and customers
* Develop a positive working relationship with store management and associates
* Complete report for each store serviced
* Document every visit using the Repsly app where available
As a Live Goods Merchandiser, you will be required to:
* Have a smart phone
* Have dependable transportation
* Have a valid driver’s license
* Lift, push and carry up to 30 lbs repetitively
* Understand and execute planograms
* Work outdoors in all elements
Our ideal candidates will demonstrate the following:
* Strong communication skills
* Highly organized
* Detail Oriented
* Creative
* Responsible, reliable and dependable work habits
* Self-starter / Self-motivated
* Ability to complete tasks with minimal supervision
* Previous merchandiser experience appreciated – will train strong candidates
To find out more about National Garden Service, please visit our website www.
nationalgardenservice.
com.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $16.
00 per hour
Benefits:
* On-the-job training
* Opportunities for advancement
* Paid training
Schedule:
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
* Weekends as needed
Travel requirement:
* Up to 25% travel
License/Certification:
* Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person