​Retail Operations Manager – Blomidon Nurseries – Wolfville, Nova Scotia

Established in 1970 and encompassing 26 acres, Blomidon Nurseries has evolved from a retail garden center to a full production and wholesale nursery stock distribution center for the Maritimes. By Partnering with select suppliers and continually investing in updated technology and infrastructure, Blomidon Nurseries provides plant material for both residential and commercial projects.

What we do:

• Grow over 40,000 annuals yearly
• Grow over 700 Varieties of Perennials
• Supply/Grow Container shrubs in 3, 5 and 7-Gallon sizes
• Supplier of large Caliber Trees
• Supply Unique Specimen plants/trees
• Supply yard and garden tools/materials/outdoor living products

As an experienced Retail Operations Manager  you bring 5+ years of merchandising experience in the retail, garden center and/or gift shop industry.  As a self-starter and known to take the initiative as you will lead a team of 15-20 full and seasonal part-time sales associates providing training and guidance to achieve positive results for the operation. Reporting to the General Manager you will aid in administering the store’s daily activities (sales, marketing and human resources).

To excel in this position, you must have the following qualities:

Sense of customer service
Sense of entrepreneurship
Experience in the retail industry
Experience with POS systems
Experience in Horticulture and/or interest in gardening
Management skills (financial, inventory, human resources)

Blomidon Nurseries is offering immediate full time employment beginning in February 2016 with a competitive salary and medical/dental benefits.

To Apply:
Send resumes with cover letter via email “Subject Line: Retail Manager Garden Center” to:

Andrew Palmer
General Manager
Blomidon Nurseries (1970) Ltd

apalmer@blomidonnurseries.com

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