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Manager of Floral DesignCommunity Options, Inc. • Princeton, NJ, US
Manager of Floral Design

Manager of Floral Design

Community Options, Inc. • Princeton, NJ, US
25 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Description

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.

$70,000 annually

Responsibilities

Management & Oversight

  • 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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