Costa Farms
Company Overview
Costa Farms is one of the world’s largest horticultural growers. Founded in 1961, our headquarters are in Miami, Florida. We have grown from a 30‑acre farm to more than 5,000 acres worldwide, with farms in North and South Carolina, Central and South Florida, the Dominican Republic, and an office in China. Costa Farms employs nearly 6,000 people, including engineers, marketers, accountants, human resources professionals, growers, and plant scientists.
Description The Garden Center Merchandiser is the face of Costa Farms in retail garden centers. This role maintains brand standards, optimizes product presentation, and ensures customers have a positive experience. Responsibilities include the care, display, and replenishment of Costa Farms and third‑party products in store, accurate inventory management, 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 by exhibiting professionalism, integrity, and decorum.
Additional Responsibilities
Availability for flexible schedule changes based on business needs, including seasonal demand, weekends, nights, and holidays.
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to gather information or help as required.
Comply with safety standards while working in the stores.
Exhibit high levels of productivity and accuracy while merchandising products in the stores.
Energetically execute tasks as directed by members of the team.
Strive to learn as quickly as possible and improve execution and productivity every day.
Complete surveys and Go Spot Check missions correctly and promptly.
Track and report inventory levels using designated systems.
Arrive to set location(s) to meet with the team as needed and consistently complete assigned schedule.
Prepare stores for tours, meetings, and other events as required.
Build and maintain strong, respectful relationships with store personnel.
Ensure that consumers are treated well by projecting a cheerful, helpful, and friendly persona.
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 of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
Work Environment
The role is physically active and hands‑on, based in garden centers of retail locations such as The Home Depot. Team members work outdoors or in semi‑covered environments, exposed to varying weather conditions including heat, humidity, rain, and cold.
Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, pushing racks, and reaching. Must be able to lift and move plant products or displays up to 50 lbs. safely. Merchandisers are expected to work independently and manage time effectively while meeting merchandising and operational expectations.
A reliable mode of transportation is necessary, as team members may be assigned to multiple retail locations within a designated territory.
Skills Ensures plants are merchandised to Costa Farms’ standards, displays are clean and organized, and product presentation is consistent and appealing.
Effectively prioritizes daily tasks and manages time independently across multiple locations or responsibilities.
Clearly communicates with store associates, supervisors, and internal teams; reports inventory updates, issues, or store needs in a timely manner.
Acts as a positive representative of Costa Farms while engaging with store staff and customers in a friendly, respectful manner.
Identifies and addresses issues (e.g., damaged product, inventory discrepancies, or display adjustments) with minimal supervision.
Comfortable working in changing conditions (weather, seasonal product changes, or shifting schedules) and adjusting priorities as needed.
Works well both independently and collaboratively; supports peers and fosters a culture of shared success and accountability.
Capable of performing physically demanding tasks, including lifting, bending, standing for long periods, and working outdoors in various weather conditions.
Dependable and punctual with a strong work ethic; maintains consistent attendance and follows through on responsibilities.
Able to use a smartphone or tablet to submit reports, photos, and updates through company platforms (e.g., Teams, internal apps).
Competencies
Collaborates
Communicates Effectively
Time Management
Accountability
Customer Focus
Dependability
EEO Statement We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, military status, marital status, veteran status, or any other group status protected by federal, state, or local law. All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Costa Farms will not sponsor any visa for this position.
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
Location & Hours Full‑time, entry level position located in Florida, with a flexible schedule that may include weekends, nights, and holidays.
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Description The Garden Center Merchandiser is the face of Costa Farms in retail garden centers. This role maintains brand standards, optimizes product presentation, and ensures customers have a positive experience. Responsibilities include the care, display, and replenishment of Costa Farms and third‑party products in store, accurate inventory management, 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 by exhibiting professionalism, integrity, and decorum.
Additional Responsibilities
Availability for flexible schedule changes based on business needs, including seasonal demand, weekends, nights, and holidays.
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to gather information or help as required.
Comply with safety standards while working in the stores.
Exhibit high levels of productivity and accuracy while merchandising products in the stores.
Energetically execute tasks as directed by members of the team.
Strive to learn as quickly as possible and improve execution and productivity every day.
Complete surveys and Go Spot Check missions correctly and promptly.
Track and report inventory levels using designated systems.
Arrive to set location(s) to meet with the team as needed and consistently complete assigned schedule.
Prepare stores for tours, meetings, and other events as required.
Build and maintain strong, respectful relationships with store personnel.
Ensure that consumers are treated well by projecting a cheerful, helpful, and friendly persona.
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 of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
Work Environment
The role is physically active and hands‑on, based in garden centers of retail locations such as The Home Depot. Team members work outdoors or in semi‑covered environments, exposed to varying weather conditions including heat, humidity, rain, and cold.
Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, pushing racks, and reaching. Must be able to lift and move plant products or displays up to 50 lbs. safely. Merchandisers are expected to work independently and manage time effectively while meeting merchandising and operational expectations.
A reliable mode of transportation is necessary, as team members may be assigned to multiple retail locations within a designated territory.
Skills Ensures plants are merchandised to Costa Farms’ standards, displays are clean and organized, and product presentation is consistent and appealing.
Effectively prioritizes daily tasks and manages time independently across multiple locations or responsibilities.
Clearly communicates with store associates, supervisors, and internal teams; reports inventory updates, issues, or store needs in a timely manner.
Acts as a positive representative of Costa Farms while engaging with store staff and customers in a friendly, respectful manner.
Identifies and addresses issues (e.g., damaged product, inventory discrepancies, or display adjustments) with minimal supervision.
Comfortable working in changing conditions (weather, seasonal product changes, or shifting schedules) and adjusting priorities as needed.
Works well both independently and collaboratively; supports peers and fosters a culture of shared success and accountability.
Capable of performing physically demanding tasks, including lifting, bending, standing for long periods, and working outdoors in various weather conditions.
Dependable and punctual with a strong work ethic; maintains consistent attendance and follows through on responsibilities.
Able to use a smartphone or tablet to submit reports, photos, and updates through company platforms (e.g., Teams, internal apps).
Competencies
Collaborates
Communicates Effectively
Time Management
Accountability
Customer Focus
Dependability
EEO Statement We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, military status, marital status, veteran status, or any other group status protected by federal, state, or local law. All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Costa Farms will not sponsor any visa for this position.
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
Location & Hours Full‑time, entry level position located in Florida, with a flexible schedule that may include weekends, nights, and holidays.
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