Floral Category Manager

Description

Help Our Floral Department Bloom!

Are you happiest when you’re on the floor, working directly with store teams to create stunning floral displays? We’re seeking a hands-on Floral Category Manager who thrives on being in our stores, coaching teams, and bringing creative visions to life. This role spends much of its time traveling between our 24 stores across Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Montana, working shoulder-to-shoulder with our floral departments to elevate their offerings and operations.

Who We Are

Since 1934, Rosauers Supermarkets has been the heart of neighborhood grocery in the Inland Pacific Northwest. We're a community-focused chain of 24 stores spanning Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Montana, serving our neighbors with the freshest products and friendliest service. 

How You’ll Fit In

As our Floral Category Manager, you'll be the driving force behind the success and growth of our floral departments across all locations. Here's how you'll make an impact:

• Store Success: You'll spend most of your time in our stores, working directly with floral teams to improve operations, share best practices, and ensure consistent excellence across all locations.
• Team Development: Through hands-on training and mentorship, you'll help our floral managers, and their teams develop their skills, growing both their creative abilities and business acumen.
• Department Growth: Your expertise will directly influence our floral departments' performance, from sales growth to profit margins, while maintaining our commitment to quality and value.
• Customer Experience: Your creative vision and operational standards will ensure our customers find beautiful, fresh floral options for every occasion, from daily arrangements to special celebrations.
• Business Impact: By developing successful seasonal programs, maintaining strong vendor relationships, and optimizing operations, you'll contribute directly to both department and company success.
• Innovation Leadership: You'll have the opportunity to introduce new concepts, products, and merchandising techniques that keep our floral departments fresh and exciting for our customers.

This role is perfect for someone who loves being in the field, working with teams, and seeing their strategic vision come to life in our stores. You'll have the unique opportunity to blend creativity with business acumen while making a real difference in our stores and communities.

What You’ll Do

As our Floral Category Manager, your week will be split between our stores, working hands-on with our teams to create exceptional floral departments as well as managing assortment, ads, and pricing while in the office. Here's what that looks like:

In Our Stores

• Coach and train floral teams on design techniques, seasonal trends, and best practices.
• Create eye-catching displays and visual merchandising standards that inspire customers.
• Work side-by-side with department managers to optimize operations and drive sales.
• Ensure consistent quality and freshness standards across all locations.

Category Leadership

• Develop seasonal programs and promotions that excite customers and drive sales.
• Build strong partnerships with suppliers to secure the best products at competitive prices.
• Monitor inventory levels and implement markdown strategies to minimize shrink.
• Track department performance and adjust strategies to meet sales and profit goals.

Team Development

• Provide ongoing mentorship to help floral managers grow their skills and departments.
• Lead training sessions on new products, techniques, and operational procedures.
• Share industry trends and insights to keep our offerings fresh and relevant.
• Guide teams through peak seasons and special events to maximize opportunities.

What We’re Looking For:

• Passion – You have a passion for flowers, plants, people, and Rosauers.
• Leader – You inspire teams, communicate effectively, and bring out the best in others. 
• Confidence – Confidence helps others to trust that you are guiding them in the right direction.
• Communication – Leaders must effectively influence the teams that they work with.
• Competence – Have a strong understanding of the department’s operations and products. 
• Integrity – Great leaders always exhibit integrity.
• Creativity – Think, teach, and empower your teams with out-of-the-box merchandising.

Requirements

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