Kalamazoo Nursery Manager

Employment type: Full-Time
Application Due Date: July 1, 2025

Job Description:
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Nursery Manager to oversee the daily
operations of our nursery in Kalamazoo, MI. The ideal candidate will have a passion for
plants, strong leadership skills, and experience in horticulture or nursery management.
This role involves managing inventory, ensuring plant health, and providing excellent
customer service.
Our Core Values & Focus:
Our core values are honesty, integrity, passion, commitment, hard work, teamwork, and
customer service. Our focus is to provide quality products and services while building
strong relationships with customers, vendors, and employees.
Responsibilities:
• Oversee daily operations of the nursery, including plant care, and inventory
management.
• Ensure the health and quality of plants through proper watering, fertilization, pest
control, and pruning.
• Maintain relationships with purchasing and production team, coordinate deliveries,
and manage inventory levels to meet demand.
• Provide exceptional customer service by assisting clients with plant selection, care
advice, and troubleshooting plant health issues.
• Monitor and manage budgets, sales, and profitability of the nursery.
• Ensure compliance with local and federal regulations related to horticulture and
business operations.
• Work with Marketing to promote sales and customer engagement in Kalamazoo.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized nursery environment.
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in horticulture, agriculture, business management, or a related
field (preferred).
• Proven experience in nursery management, greenhouse operations, or a similar
field.
• Strong knowledge of plant care, pest management, and soil health.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to work in outdoor conditions and handle physical labor as needed.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Proficiency in inventory management and basic financial reporting.
• Familiarity with industry-specific tools, equipment, and software.
Benefits:
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Employee discounts on plants and gardening supplies.
If you are a passionate and experienced nursery professional looking to take the next step
in your career, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity!