Community Options, Inc.
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Manager of Floral Design
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Community Options, Inc.
Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.
We are seeking a
Manager of Floral Design
in
Princeton, NJ . The Manager of Floral Design oversees the daily operations of the floral department while ensuring the creation of high-quality floral arrangements, bouquets, wreaths, terrariums, and other specialty items. This role requires both hands-on floral design expertise and strong management skills to lead staff, maintain operational efficiency, and deliver exceptional customer service. Weekly travel to Edison, NJ required.
Salary:
$70,000 annually
Responsibilities
Supervise, train, and support floral design staff to ensure quality and consistency in floral arrangements.
Oversee daily floral shop operations, including staffing, scheduling, and workflow management.
Monitor financial performance of floral operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and expense control.
Conduct performance evaluations and provide coaching, feedback, and professional development opportunities to staff.
Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and industry best practices.
Coordinate with the Managing Director on business strategy, promotions, and community outreach.
Floral Design & Operations
Maintain an expenditure tracking system for incoming and outgoing expenses.
Consult with clients on desired arrangements, including design, price, and delivery details.
Assist floral designers with pricing, development, and management of floral creations.
Develop new floral creations utilizing knowledge of design and properties of raw materials.
Create arrangements, bouquets, wreaths, terrariums, and other items.
Create and update in-store and window displays to enhance the shop’s image.
Perform office and retail service duties such as serving customers, answering telephones, selling giftware items, and receiving payment.
Perform general cleaning duties in the store to ensure a professional and tidy appearance.
Cooperate with audits, inspections, and investigations.
Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned.
Minimum Requirements
High School Diploma or GED
Two years of experience working in a flower shop
Valid driver's license with satisfactory driving record
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office, FTD Mercury, Teleflora, and online point-of-sale systems.
Able to use trimmers, shapers, wire, pins, floral tape, foam, and other materials as needed
Ability to present facts and recommendations effectively in oral and written form
Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize
Wide range of floral arrangement knowledge; daily work orders, wire-services, funerals, weddings, etc.
Why Community Options?
Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
Generous PTO
Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
403b Retirement Plan
Incredible career growth opportunities
University partnerships that include tuition reduction
Please visit our website to complete an online application: Careers.comop.org
Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
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Manager of Floral Design
role at
Community Options, Inc.
Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.
We are seeking a
Manager of Floral Design
in
Princeton, NJ . The Manager of Floral Design oversees the daily operations of the floral department while ensuring the creation of high-quality floral arrangements, bouquets, wreaths, terrariums, and other specialty items. This role requires both hands-on floral design expertise and strong management skills to lead staff, maintain operational efficiency, and deliver exceptional customer service. Weekly travel to Edison, NJ required.
Salary:
$70,000 annually
Responsibilities
Supervise, train, and support floral design staff to ensure quality and consistency in floral arrangements.
Oversee daily floral shop operations, including staffing, scheduling, and workflow management.
Monitor financial performance of floral operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and expense control.
Conduct performance evaluations and provide coaching, feedback, and professional development opportunities to staff.
Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and industry best practices.
Coordinate with the Managing Director on business strategy, promotions, and community outreach.
Floral Design & Operations
Maintain an expenditure tracking system for incoming and outgoing expenses.
Consult with clients on desired arrangements, including design, price, and delivery details.
Assist floral designers with pricing, development, and management of floral creations.
Develop new floral creations utilizing knowledge of design and properties of raw materials.
Create arrangements, bouquets, wreaths, terrariums, and other items.
Create and update in-store and window displays to enhance the shop’s image.
Perform office and retail service duties such as serving customers, answering telephones, selling giftware items, and receiving payment.
Perform general cleaning duties in the store to ensure a professional and tidy appearance.
Cooperate with audits, inspections, and investigations.
Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned.
Minimum Requirements
High School Diploma or GED
Two years of experience working in a flower shop
Valid driver's license with satisfactory driving record
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office, FTD Mercury, Teleflora, and online point-of-sale systems.
Able to use trimmers, shapers, wire, pins, floral tape, foam, and other materials as needed
Ability to present facts and recommendations effectively in oral and written form
Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize
Wide range of floral arrangement knowledge; daily work orders, wire-services, funerals, weddings, etc.
Why Community Options?
Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
Generous PTO
Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
403b Retirement Plan
Incredible career growth opportunities
University partnerships that include tuition reduction
Please visit our website to complete an online application: Careers.comop.org
Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
#IND-COE
#J-18808-Ljbffr