Garden Center Merchandiser

Job Description

Garden Center Merchandiser

Seasonal Position: Mid to End of March to Mid-July

Location: Markham North; Castlemore Ave, L6E 0G5, Markham; Hwy 7, L3R 0J6 or Markham East; Kirkham Dr, L3S 4K7; Morningside; Grand Marshall Dr, Scarborough, ON M1B

Are you passionate about plants, love working outdoors, and enjoy making people smile? If so, we'd love to meet you

Jeffery's Greenhouses Inc. is a leading wholesale distributor of spring bedding and potted plants, supplying multiple garden centers within a major retail box store chain across Ontario. We are currently accepting applications for both part-time and full-time Garden Center Merchandisers to support the upcoming spring season with a start date mid to end of March to mid July. Successful candidates may also be considered for fall and winter opportunities.

What We're Looking For

A standout candidate will bring:

• Energy, enthusiasm, and creativity
• A flair for merchandising and an interest in plants (plant knowledge is an asset, but we're happy to train you)
• A love for outdoor work and physical activity
• Customer service experience and a positive attitude

Job Responsibilities

As a Garden Center Merchandiser, your key duties will include:

• Receiving and unpacking weekly plant deliveries according to provided plan-o-grams.
• Creating attractive and organized product displays with proper signage for an engaging shopping experience.
• Maintaining, grooming, and caring for plants to ensure quality and freshness (including tasks such as culling or deadheading).
• Building strong working relationships with store staff and management.
• Providing exceptional customer service by assisting shoppers with their plant selections.
• Keeping display and workplace areas tidy and ensuring empty shipping racks are properly placed.
• Conducting daily inventory counts of shipping racks and submitting accurate reports.
• Supporting inventory control by providing constructive feedback to supervisors.
• Adhering to all workplace safety guidelines.

Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in a garden center or knowledge of plants is an asset.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and planning skills.
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer skills, including familiarity with internet browsers and company websites.

Physical Requirements

• The role involves physical work, including walking, lifting (light to moderate), pushing, and pulling carts.
• Must be comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions.

Work Environment & Requirements

• Local travel between garden centers may be required.
• Access to email and/or a smartphone for scheduling and communication.
• Steel-toed safety boots/shoes (green patch) are mandatory.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in Canada.

Work Hours

• Monday to Friday, with weekend shifts required.
• Variable hours (daytime availability).
• Increased hours during peak season (May).

Compensation

• $17.75/hour
• Paid mileage where applicable.
• For positions requiring travel within city centers (GTA), monthly bus passes will be reimbursed.

We appreciate all applications, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Applicants are asked to specify their preferred location and availability (full-time or part-time) when applying.

Jeffery's Greenhouses Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer. If selected for an interview, please let us know if you require any accommodations during the hiring process.

Bill 149: Disclosure of AI use in hiring process: No, AI is not being used

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Seasonal

Contract length: 4.5 months

Pay: $17.75 per hour

Expected hours: 1 – 40 per week

Application question(s):

• Do you have at least one year of merchandising experience in a garden center or similar setting?
• Have you indicated in your application which location (s) you are available to work at?
• Are you able to travel between locations?

Work Location: In person