Garden Center Retail Sales Associate - Part Time
Blue Ridge Farmers CoopCharlottesville, Virginia, United States
Posted May 6, 2025
Part Time
About the Company
Blue Ridge Farmers Coop is a cooperative that supplies agricultural products—including seeds, fertilizers, crop protectants, and farm equipment—to farmers and customers throughout the region. The company operates warehouse facilities, manages inventory, delivers goods via a fleet of trucks, and runs a garden center retail operation that offers plant material and landscaping services.
Job Description
The Garden Center Retail Sales Associate will be responsible for presenting the nursery yard, managing plant material, and interacting with customers and vendors. This role involves customer service, inventory management, landscape design, and communicating plant and product knowledge. The position requires a strong understanding of nursery operations and horticultural principles.
Requirements
- Experience in the Retail Nursery Industry
- Valid driver's license
- Proficiency in MS Word and MS Excel
- Willingness to learn nursery equipment
- Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and carry 15-20 lbs
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
