Nursery Stock Associate - Pottery

Job Summary We are seeking a dedicated and organized individual to assist our pottery and hard goods departments here at The Great Outdoors! This team member will play a crucial role in ensuring that pottery and hard goods products are accurately stored, stocked, and merchandised for sale at our nursery while maintaining a safe and organized work environment. This position requires sharp attention to detail, physical strength and endurance, and the ability to work somewhat autonomously with a large inventory selection. Having retail merchandising experience and forklift certification are both a MAJOR bonus. Duties With supervision from the Pottery Buyer, unload products from delivery trucks and storage areas with care. Ensure that all items are correctly stickered to go to the sales floor. Conduct regular inventory checks of shelves and pottery displays to maintain stock levels. Assist in the arrangement of pottery products on the floor. Uses pallet jack, utility carts, and other equipment to maintain storage area and floor inventory. Assist customers needing to access heavy or hard to reach inventory and help load purchased pottery or goods into their vehicles. Assist customers in locating pottery on the sales floor. Maintain cleanliness and organization of the storage area to promote safety. Back up gift shop sales associate and cashiers in stocking hard good products on the sales floor. Follow all safety protocols and guidelines while operating equipment. When necessary, assists in receiving plant material with receiving team and heavy team lifts as they arise. Skills Basic math skills for accurate inventory management and stock tracking. Familiarity with retail math concepts to assist in stock assessments. The ability to lift at least 60 lbs repeatedly and work outside in all weather conditions. Strong customer service skills to interact positively with team members and other departments. Ability to operate small equipment such as electric or manual pallet jacks, lift tables, dollies, etc. A basic understanding of product merchandising in a retail environment. Experience in a nursery or garden center is a plus. A little about us: we have been providing our employees and guests with an urban oasis of plants and pots in the heart of Austin since 1994, and we take pride in our culture of close-knit community, ecological stewardship, and continuous education about all things horticulture. We look forward to meeting new faces to build our talented team! Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $18.00 per hour Benefits: Employee discount Paid time off Application Question(s): Are you able to work weekends? Are you able to lift at least 70 lbs, unassisted? Are you able to work in all weather, outdoors, and remain active most of the day? Ability to Commute: Austin, TX 78704 (Required) Work Location: In person

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