Job Summary: We are seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Retail Garden Center Sales Associate to join our team. As a Sales Associate, you will assist customers in selecting plants, gardening tools, and supplies, offering expert advice, and ensuring a positive shopping experience. During the Christmas season, you will work in the lighting department, helping customers make their selections for holiday decorating and decor needs. Your responsibilities will include maintaining a clean and organized sales floor, providing product recommendations, and supporting seasonal sales initiatives. Key Responsibilities: • Customer Service: • Greet customers as they enter the store and offer assistance with product selection. • Provide expert advice and recommendations on gardening, plants, soil, fertilizers, and tools. Christmas season- this department supports lighting and outdoor decor and project needs. • Help customers with product questions and ensure they understand proper care and maintenance. • Sales Support: • Assist customers in finding products, upsell related items, and inform them about sales or promotions. • Process sales transactions accurately and efficiently using POS systems. • Maintain knowledge of current inventory and inform customers about availability and stock levels. • Product Knowledge: • Stay updated on seasonal plant varieties, trends in gardening products, and best practices in plant care. • Learn and communicate the benefits of eco-friendly products, gardening solutions, and sustainable practices. • Understand the differences in holiday lighting options and help customers, including contractors, make their selections. • Merchandising & Stocking: • Ensure that shelves, displays, and gardening areas are stocked, neat, and visually appealing. • Assist in unloading shipments and stocking new inventory as it arrives. • Regularly inspect plants and products for quality and ensure they are properly cared for. • Store Maintenance: • Help maintain the cleanliness and organization of the store, including the exterior and gardening areas. • Follow all safety guidelines for handling plants, tools, and chemicals. • Teamwork & Collaboration: • Work closely with team members to meet store goals and objectives. • Assist in setting up seasonal displays and promotions. • Participate in team meetings and training sessions. Qualifications: • Education & Experience: • High school diploma or equivalent (preferred). • Previous experience in retail, gardening, or horticulture is a plus, but not required. • Strong interest or passion for plants, gardening, or landscaping is preferred. • Skills: • Excellent customer service and communication skills. • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks. • Ability to lift and move products, including plants and gardening tools (up to 50 lbs.). • Other Requirements: • Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and evenings. • Knowledge of gardening, plants, and outdoor products is a plus. Work Environment: • Retail environment, both indoor and outdoor (garden areas). • Physical work required, including standing for extended periods, lifting, and bending. Compensation & Benefits: • Generous Employee discount up to 50% off • Opportunities for growth and advancement within the company. • Store hours 9am-7pm