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Company Overview Carlin Horticultural Supplies is a family-owned, wholesale supplier of green industry products. Proudly supporting all customers including wholesale plant growers, nurseries, independent garden centers, collegiate and school horticulture programs, and hemp/cannabis growers. We provide products including greenhouses and greenhouse supplies, growing containers, soilless mix, fertilizers, plant protection products, plant material, biological control, decorative planters, garden art and retail products. Through our ProGreen Plus division, we supply a variety of products for landscape install and maintenance, municipalities, athletic fields and school grounds, arborists and more. Position Overview Order all products necessary for sale to customers. Serve as the contact for all vendors regarding product lines and pricing. Serve as a resource to co-workers regarding technical questions on all of the product lines carried. Maintains balance between inventory management and customer service. Job Responsibilities Monitor inventory of product and initiate replenishment as necessary to meet known and expected needs and provide a high level of customer service. Monitor progress of critical Purchase Orders and verify accuracy. Assist the Division Managers with any or all pricing of all product lines. Meet with supplier sales representatives to discuss and/or establish purchase requirements, goals, pricing, etc. on new and existing products. Attain proper knowledge of new products to educate salespersons and customers. Solicit information on market conditions from suppliers, salespersons, and customers and use this information to make appropriate decisions on buying short-term and long-term inventory. Negotiate special terms and/or pricing with suppliers with assistance of President. Evaluate sales history and establish appropriate inventory levels. Maintain and update master product catalog with price changes and new products. Copy and distribute changed pages to appropriate staff. Experience Education: High School or GED Diploma Experience: Minimum 2 years in the horticulture industry preferred, minimum 2 year purchasing or other appropriate business experience Special Skills: Customer relations, communication skills, planning and organizational skills, problem solving, basic math skills Benefits: Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Work Location: In person

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