Wholesale Nursery Manager

Key Responsibilities: Operational Oversight: Manage the daily operations of the wholesale nursery, including production, order processing, and logistics. Inventory Management: Maintain accurate inventory of plants and hard goods; ensure proper labeling, organization, and stock rotation to meet customer demand. Wholesale Sales & Customer Relations: Develop and maintain relationships with wholesale clients—including landscapers, municipalities, contractors, and other trade professionals—to grow sales and provide exceptional service. New Business Development: Identify and cultivate new wholesale customers through outreach, relationship building, and professional networking. Production Coordination: Work with growing and production teams to forecast plant demand, schedule crops, and maintain a consistent inventory of high‐quality plant material. Team Leadership: Supervise, train, and support wholesale staff; promote a culture of teamwork, safety, and customer service excellence. Quality Control: Oversee plant health and presentation to ensure all plant material meets wholesale standards for quality and consistency. Logistics Management: Coordinate the loading, staging, and delivery of large orders to ensure accuracy and timeliness. Vendor & Supply Coordination: Work with suppliers to secure materials, containers, and other inventory necessary for wholesale operations. Safety & Compliance: Enforce company and regulatory safety standards across all wholesale operations. Training Completion: Participate in or lead required training sessions, including Safety Training, Product Knowledge, and Customer Service Best Practices.

Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in a wholesale nursery or large‐scale horticultural operation. Industry Knowledge: Strong plant identification skills and understanding of nursery production practices. Customer Relations: Experience working directly with landscapers, municipalities, contractors, and trade customers. Business Development: Proven success in developing new customer accounts and maintaining long‐term relationships. Leadership: Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

Physical Requirements: Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and lift up to 50 lbs regularly. Licensing: Valid driver's license required; CDL and/or pesticide applicator license preferred.