Design Floor Lead

Who we are

Flowers of Charlotte is a renowned floral design company based in Charlotte, NC, known for creating beautiful and unique arrangements for various events and occasions.  Flowers of Charlotte also owns and operates the Charlotte Flower Market which provides high-quality wholesale flowers and supplies to both individuals and businesses, making it a one-stop-shop for all of their floral needs.

Who you are

• You thrive in leadership roles and are adept at managing teams with a positive and motivational approach.
• You possess excellent floral design skills and have a keen eye for aesthetics and quality.
• You're proactive and efficient, with a solid understanding of floral design trends and market demands.
• You value customer satisfaction and can handle high-pressure situations gracefully.

If this describes you, you might just be the Design Floor Lead we’re looking for!

Flowers of Charlotte has tremendous plans for growth, and we're building a motivated and diverse team. This is a full time, 40 hour work week position.  Business hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 6:00 p.m., Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Sunday from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.  Rotating shift schedules are created and shared by the General Manager on a monthly basis.

This role reports to the General Manager.

What you’ll do 

• Oversee and manage the floral design operations at our retail flower shop.
• Lead and train a team of floral designers, ensuring all designs meet our high-quality standards and are delivered on time.
• Work closely with procurement and warehouse staff to manage inventory needs.
• Stay updated on the latest trends in floral design and incorporate them into our offerings.
• Ensure the shop operates smoothly and efficiently by planning and delegating tasks appropriately.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate or bachelor's degree in floral design or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in floral design with at least 1 year in a supervisory role.
• Proficiency in using floral order management software.
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and prioritization abilities.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy floral arrangements and supplies.
• Comfortable working in fast-paced and peak season rushes.

Work Environment

•  Retail flower shop environment
•  Fast-paced, deadline-driven
• Temperature extremes vary depending on store location
• Chemicals: Seldom (mild detergents or glass cleaner)

Benefits

• 10 days PTO—use them however you want!
• 6 paid holidays
• Health benefits 

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.