Interested in working with flowers and plants? We are seeking highly motivated and hard-working individuals to merchandise live goods. If you have an eye for detail and find satisfaction in doing a task well, we encourage you to apply to our merchandising position!

We are currently seeking a seasonal merchandiser with a vehicle in Kanata.

Job Description

Bloomworks Merchandising (formerly CMS) is a third party merchandising company in the live goods (plants) industry operating across Ontario, Quebec, and the Maritimes. We service several big box retailers by merchandising plants in their indoor and outdoor garden centres.

Job Summary:

• Merchandisers are responsible for the care and presentation of the live goods in the local retail stores
• Responsible for completing online reports (including pictures) through a free mobile app.
• Merchandisers are responsible for the visual display and integrity of our products as well as pricing and inventory management.

Specific Skills / Abilities:

• Physical work - able to lift 50 lbs
• Standing/Working for long periods of time
• Fast-paced environment; Repetitive tasks
• Handling, pulling and lifting heavy loads at times .
• This is a physically demanding job, and you must be physically capable of performing all duties as assigned.
• A friendly presence is required for the position as you will be expected to establish positive relationships with store staff and customers.
• The ability to follow direction and have a keen eye for attention to detail.
• Comfortable working independently

Qualification Requirements

• Smart phone required, regular usage (email/phone/photos, etc.)

• Safety-toed shoes or boots required (steel or composite) for duration of shift

• Flexibility with work hours and to adapt to the needs of the business, including the willingness to work on weekends during busy spring season

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada

• A vehicle is required for this role

Who you are:

• Someone with garden centre or landscaping experience, summer students, seasonal retail or general labour experience.

• Have an interest in plants, flowers, trees, horticulture, landscape, arboriculture, retail, floral design, agriculture, environmental studies.

Hours: Part-Time

• Monday - Saturdays

• Monday/Thursday mornings only for March, additional availability needed for April-June

Locations:

• 760 Eagleson Road, Ottawa, ON (main store, majority of shifts)

• 770 Silver Seven Road, Ottawa

• 10 Frank Nighbor Place, Ottawa

Bloomworks Merchandising Inc. embraces diversity and, as an equal opportunity employer, is committed to creating an inclusive workplace while establishing a diversified qualified workforce. If you require accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please email your contact information to us for a follow-up. While we appreciate your interest in obtaining employment with Bloomworks, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.