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District Manager – Garden Center Operations

Metrolina Greenhouses Inc.
Full-time
On-site
Salisbury, Maryland, United States
$50,000 - $60,000 USD yearly


Position Summary 

This role leads the execution and performance of a live plant merchandising program across 14 Walmart Garden Centers in the Southern Delaware & Maryland Eastern Shore area. As a hands‑on people leader, you’ll build and develop a team of merchandisers while partnering closely with store leadership to drive sales, maintain strong visual standards, and deliver an outstanding customer experience.

This is an ideal opportunity for a manager who enjoys leading teams in the field, working with seasonal product, and seeing the direct impact of their leadership on results!


Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

  • Hire, train, and lead a team of merchandisers based on seasonal and budget needs
  • Develop your team through structured onboarding, coaching, and performance feedback
  • Ensure consistent execution of visual merchandising standards across all assigned garden centers
  • Travel regularly within your district to provide hands‑on support, training, and store engagement
  • Partner with Walmart store leadership to optimize product placement, signage, and inventory flow
  • Build strong working relationships with both internal teams and store partners

Qualifications   

  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • Prior merchandising experience (live goods or retail preferred)
  • 2 + years people management experience 
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, seasonal environment
  • Flexible availability, including weekends and key holidays during peak season
  • Ability to travel within the assigned district
  • Must reside within the designated area or be willing to relocate

Work Environment and Physical Requirements 

  • Work is primarily outdoors in garden centers, with exposure to varying weather conditions
  • Frequent travel by vehicle to assigned locations
  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, push, pull, and lift product as needed
  • Regular lifting up to 30 lbs., with occasional lifting up to 50 lbs.

Disclaimer

This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of people assigned to this position.  It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent.  All employees may be required to perform activities outside of their normal job responsibilities from time to time as needed.

EOE - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.