Costa Farms
Overview
Costa Farms is one of the world’s largest horticultural growers. Our headquarters are in Miami, Florida, where we were founded in 1961. We have farms in North and South Carolina, Central and South Florida, and the Dominican Republic, plus an office in China. Costa Farms employs nearly 6,000 people including engineers, marketers, accountants/analysts, human resources professionals, growers and plant scientists. Here at Costa Farms, we live by the values of Humble, Hungry, and Hustling. Our mission is to be a lean, green, growing machine dedicated to enriching the world by bringing plants into everyone’s life. We grow more than 1,500 plant varieties and continuously test new plants, solutions, and growing methods to improve quality and our ecological footprint. Costa Farms is committed to diversity and equal opportunity for all applicants. Position Description
The Garden Center Merchandiser serves as the face of Costa Farms in retail garden centers, playing a critical role in maintaining brand standards, optimizing product presentation, and ensuring customers have a positive experience. This role is responsible for care, display, replenishment, accurate inventory, and upholding Costa Farms’ high merchandising standards. Responsibilities
Ensure Costa Farms and/or third-party products are neatly displayed, fully stocked, and visually appealing at all times. Follow Costa Farms merchandising standards and planograms to maintain consistency across stores. Rotate inventory based on freshness and product lifecycle. Provide excellent customer service to stores and store personnel with professionalism and decorum. Availability for flexible schedule changes based on business needs (seasonal demand, weekends, nights, holidays). Collaborate with cross-functional teams as required and comply with safety standards in stores. Execute merchandising tasks with accuracy and productivity; complete surveys and Go Spot Check missions promptly. Track and report inventory levels using designated systems; arrive at set locations to meet the team and complete schedules. Prepare stores for tours, meetings, and other events; build and maintain positive relationships with store personnel. Ensure consumer interactions are friendly, helpful, and professional; perform additional duties as required. Qualifications
High School Diploma or Equivalent Previous retail, merchandising, or garden center experience preferred Basic knowledge of plant care is a plus Physical Demands
Heavy work: Exerting up to 100 pounds occasionally; up to 50 pounds frequently; up to 20 pounds constantly to lift, carry, push, or pull objects. Work Environment
Physically active role based in garden centers of retail locations (e.g., Home Depot). Work outdoors or in semi-covered environments with varying weather conditions. Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, pushing racks. Ability to lift and move plant products or displays up to 50 lbs safely. May be assigned to multiple retail locations within a designated territory; reliable transportation is required. Skills & Competencies
Collaborates Communicates Effectively Time Management Accountability Customer Focus Dependability Additional Information
All applicants must be work-authorized. Costa Farms will not sponsor any visa for this position. After applying, follow us on LinkedIn to stay up to date on what’s happening at Costa Farms and to start becoming part of our family. Benefits
401(k) Plan; Company 401(k) Matching Contributions Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, and Dependent Care Telemedicine / Mental Health Services Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance Pet Insurance; Supplemental Insurance (Aflac) Growth Opportunities; Challenging and exciting work environment Costa Farms Scholarship; Employee discounts on plants Headquarters Perks
On-site gym with showers Subsidized on-site cafeteria; a quiet room and indoor games Love Where You Work activities throughout the year
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Costa Farms is one of the world’s largest horticultural growers. Our headquarters are in Miami, Florida, where we were founded in 1961. We have farms in North and South Carolina, Central and South Florida, and the Dominican Republic, plus an office in China. Costa Farms employs nearly 6,000 people including engineers, marketers, accountants/analysts, human resources professionals, growers and plant scientists. Here at Costa Farms, we live by the values of Humble, Hungry, and Hustling. Our mission is to be a lean, green, growing machine dedicated to enriching the world by bringing plants into everyone’s life. We grow more than 1,500 plant varieties and continuously test new plants, solutions, and growing methods to improve quality and our ecological footprint. Costa Farms is committed to diversity and equal opportunity for all applicants. Position Description
The Garden Center Merchandiser serves as the face of Costa Farms in retail garden centers, playing a critical role in maintaining brand standards, optimizing product presentation, and ensuring customers have a positive experience. This role is responsible for care, display, replenishment, accurate inventory, and upholding Costa Farms’ high merchandising standards. Responsibilities
Ensure Costa Farms and/or third-party products are neatly displayed, fully stocked, and visually appealing at all times. Follow Costa Farms merchandising standards and planograms to maintain consistency across stores. Rotate inventory based on freshness and product lifecycle. Provide excellent customer service to stores and store personnel with professionalism and decorum. Availability for flexible schedule changes based on business needs (seasonal demand, weekends, nights, holidays). Collaborate with cross-functional teams as required and comply with safety standards in stores. Execute merchandising tasks with accuracy and productivity; complete surveys and Go Spot Check missions promptly. Track and report inventory levels using designated systems; arrive at set locations to meet the team and complete schedules. Prepare stores for tours, meetings, and other events; build and maintain positive relationships with store personnel. Ensure consumer interactions are friendly, helpful, and professional; perform additional duties as required. Qualifications
High School Diploma or Equivalent Previous retail, merchandising, or garden center experience preferred Basic knowledge of plant care is a plus Physical Demands
Heavy work: Exerting up to 100 pounds occasionally; up to 50 pounds frequently; up to 20 pounds constantly to lift, carry, push, or pull objects. Work Environment
Physically active role based in garden centers of retail locations (e.g., Home Depot). Work outdoors or in semi-covered environments with varying weather conditions. Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, pushing racks. Ability to lift and move plant products or displays up to 50 lbs safely. May be assigned to multiple retail locations within a designated territory; reliable transportation is required. Skills & Competencies
Collaborates Communicates Effectively Time Management Accountability Customer Focus Dependability Additional Information
All applicants must be work-authorized. Costa Farms will not sponsor any visa for this position. After applying, follow us on LinkedIn to stay up to date on what’s happening at Costa Farms and to start becoming part of our family. Benefits
401(k) Plan; Company 401(k) Matching Contributions Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, and Dependent Care Telemedicine / Mental Health Services Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance Pet Insurance; Supplemental Insurance (Aflac) Growth Opportunities; Challenging and exciting work environment Costa Farms Scholarship; Employee discounts on plants Headquarters Perks
On-site gym with showers Subsidized on-site cafeteria; a quiet room and indoor games Love Where You Work activities throughout the year
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