604-0548 Seasonal Garden Centre Lead Merchandiser - Weekdays, Burnaby

About the Role

Season: Beginning of April to early June (will change depending on region)

Shifts: Monday–Thursday, with AM opening or PM closing shifts available

Location: Outdoor Garden Centre environment

Key Responsibilities Leadership&Team Development

Lead, motivate, and support a team of seasonal merchandisers to achieve high standards in product display and maintenance

Assign and delegate tasks to all team members including yourself to get all required tasks completed throughout your shift

Deliver training to ensure the team is knowledgeable in plant care, merchandising techniques, and safety protocols

Display Creation&Visual Merchandising

Support your staff to efficiently set up and organize inventory to create attractive, customer-focused displays

Rotate products regularly to highlight new arrivals and promotions

Ensure all items are accurately priced and signage is up to date

Unloading Deliveries

Coordinate and support the team to ensure the fastest and most effective movement of wheeled racks with plants, trees, and shrubs into the Garden Centre

Organize new stock quickly and safely so everything’s ready for display

Check deliveries for quality and quantity and report any issues

Product Maintenance&Inventory

Monitor displays for damaged or unsellable merchandise and remove from sales floor as required

Work collaboratively with the staff to condense and organize shelves to maintain optimal inventory levels

Direct the merchandisers to replenish stock and keep the Garden Centre well-supplied

Customer Engagement

Ensure your staff deliver excellent customer service by assisting with product questions and gardening advice

Share your gardening training with customers to enhance their experience

Teamwork&Communication

Work closely with team members to achieve shared merchandising goals

Communicate regularly with supervisors about inventory, customer feedback, and display effectiveness

Visual Standards

Ensure your team upholds a clean, orderly, and visually engaging space that aligns with company policies and current seasonal themes

Qualifications

Previous retail merchandising experience required; Garden Centre experience strongly preferred

Minimum 2 years’ experience in team leadership or management

Ability to work in a physically demanding, fast-paced environment (lifting up to 50 lbs, frequent bending and movement)

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Comfortable with technology, apps, and online reporting tools

Genuine passion for gardening and outdoor living

Availability

Seasonal role: late April to early June

Flexible for either opening (AM) or closing (PM) shifts

Benefits

Competitive hourly wage

Opportunities for training and skill development

Enjoy working outdoors in a vibrant, seasonal setting

Supportive team culture and good work-life balance

If you enjoy working outdoors and like connecting with customers in a lively setting, we’d love for you to join our team as a Seasonal Garden Centre Lead Merchandiser.

Apply now to help us bring the joy of the spring season to our Garden Centre community!

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