About this role
Education: Other trades certificate or diploma. or equivalent experience. Work setting: Garden centre. Tasks: Manage staff and assign duties. Study market research and trends to determine consumer demand, potential sales volumes and effect of competitors' operations on sales. Determine merchandise and services to be sold. Implement price and credits policies. Locate, select and procure merchandise for resale. Develop and implement marketing strategies. Plan budgets and monitor revenues and expenses. Determine staffing requirements. Resolve issues that may arise, including customer requests, complaints and supply shortages. Recruit, hire and supervise staff and/or volunteers. Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate daily operations. Supervision: 5-10 people. Computer and technology knowledge: Point of sale system. Accounting software. Database software. Spreadsheet. Specialization or experience: Green economy sector. Security and safety: Criminal record check. Driver's validity licence check. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment. Work under pressure. Handling heavy loads. Attention to detail. Standing for extended periods. Screening questions: Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?. Do you have experience working in this field?. Employment terms options: Early morning. Flexible hours. Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years. Employment terms options: Morning. Day. Weekend. Green job: Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes. Health benefits: Health care plan. Financial benefits: Bonus. Group insurance benefits. Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP). Other benefits: Free parking available. Learning/training paid by employer. On-site housing options. Other benefits. Team building opportunities. Wellness program.