Fresh - Corporate Floral Manager

WHY WORK AT BROULIMS?

Where there are holidays, celebrations, or any other kind of social gathering, the common denominator for all of those is food. You get to be a part of an industry that helps people create and celebrate some of the most meaningful events of their lives. What you do at Broulims matters and makes a difference to thousands of people in our communities!

We have been categorized as an essential service, which means job security during difficult times.

Job Title: Corporate Floral Manager

Primary Supervisor: Corporate Produce Manager

Status: Exempt

Job Summary: As the Corporate Floral Manager at Broulim's, you will be responsible for overseeing the Floral operations across our grocery store chain. You will work closely with store managers, produce departments, and corporate teams to ensure the highest standards of quality, freshness, and customer service. Your role will involve developing and implementing best practices, monitoring performance metrics, and providing training and support to floral teams. This position offers a unique opportunity to leverage your floral expertise and leadership skills to drive success and innovation in our floral operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee floral operations, ensuring consistency and quality across all store locations.
• Develop and implement best practices for floral handling, storage, and display to ensure freshness, quality, and customer satisfaction.
• Monitor floral performance metrics, such as shrinkage rates, inventory levels, sales trends, and take corrective action as needed.
• Provide training and support to floral teams, including store managers and floral team members, to ensure adherence to standards and procedures.
• Collaborate with procurement teams to source high-quality floral and negotiate favorable terms with suppliers.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections of floral departments to ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
• Analyze data and generate reports on floral performance, trends, and opportunities for improvement.
• Communicate regularly with store managers, floral departments, and corporate teams to provide updates on floral operations and address any concerns or issues.
• Develop and implement promotional strategies and merchandising plans to drive floral sales and enhance the customer shopping experience.
• Stay informed about industry trends, regulatory requirements, and technological advancements related to floral operations, and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Travel frequently to various store locations to provide training to floral team members and support departments in need.

Knowledge:

• Extensive knowledge of floral varieties, handling, storage, and quality standards.
• Understanding of safety regulations and best practices in a retail environment.
• Familiarity with inventory management systems and data analysis techniques.

Skills:

• Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire teams.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey information clearly and effectively.
• Analytical skills, with the ability to analyze data, identify trends, and develop actionable insights.
• Organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines.

Abilities:

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot issues and develop practical solutions.
• Flexibility to travel to store locations as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in business, horticulture, floral design, or a related field preferred.
• Previous experience in a retail floral environment, with at least 2 years of experience in a management role.
• Strong knowledge of floral handling, storage, and quality standards.
• Experience in training and developing teams.
• Availability to travel frequently to store locations as needed with a clean driving record.

Join our Team!