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Department Manager - Irrigation

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SiteOne Landscape Supply

15d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Sales & Business Development
    Hospitality & Retail
  • Winnipeg

AI generated summary

  • You should have 1-3 years in the green industry, strong customer service and management skills, sales and ops planning experience, basic accounting knowledge, and the ability to lift 50 pounds.
  • You will assist in sales planning, promote safety, manage inventory, train staff, foster teamwork, implement new technologies, and support branch operations and customer needs.

Requirements

  • 1-3 years of experience in the green industry and an understanding of irrigation products, preferred
  • Excellent customer service and management skills
  • Experience with sales and operations planning and forecasting
  • Understanding of accounting fundamentals; including debits, credits, accounts receivable, accounts payable and budgets.
  • Ready and willing to learn and adopt new technologies and ways of working
  • For Internal Candidates Only: Line of Business (LOB) Certification Level I or higher, preferred
  • Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds
  • High school diploma or equivalent

Responsibilities

  • Assist Branch Manager with the sales and operations planning process, statistical demand forecasting, and integration of supply and demand plans.
  • Promote an incident-free environment by emphasizing safety daily through leading by example.
  • Encourage a strong safety culture through workplace organization, training and executing policies.
  • Understand and execute the principles of inventory management, target customer mix and sales.
  • Create a positive environment for employees which encourages teamwork in alignment with SiteOne DNA.
  • Train and develop agronomic staff to be knowledgeable of the Irrigation product line and customer needs to support achievement of departmental sales goals.
  • Partner with branch leadership to understand and implement new technologies and ways of working to help positively impact business performance.
  • Support other branch departments and customers as needed.

FAQs

What are the primary responsibilities of the Department Manager - Irrigation?

The primary responsibilities include assisting the Branch Manager with sales and operations planning, promoting a safe work environment, managing inventory, training and developing staff, and supporting other branch departments and customers.

What qualifications are required for this position?

The position requires 1-3 years of experience in the green industry with an understanding of irrigation products, excellent customer service and management skills, experience with sales and operations planning, and a high school diploma or equivalent.

What is the estimated salary range for this position?

The estimated salary range is $22.50 – $32.50 per hour, depending on qualifications.

Are there any specific physical requirements for this job?

Yes, candidates must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds as part of the job responsibilities.

What kind of training is provided for new employees?

SiteOne offers paid training and business certifications to help employees develop their skills and knowledge in the Irrigation product line and customer needs.

Is there an opportunity for career advancement within the company?

Yes, there are opportunities for advancement within SiteOne Landscape Supply.

What type of benefits do employees receive?

Employees receive competitive compensation, health benefits (medical, dental, and vision), paid time off, a 401k plan with company match, tuition reimbursement, product discounts, and more.

Does the company emphasize safety in the workplace?

Yes, the company promotes an incident-free environment by emphasizing safety daily and encouraging a strong safety culture.

Are candidates required to have any certifications?

Internal candidates are preferred to have Line of Business (LOB) Certification Level I or higher.

Does SiteOne support diversity and equal employment opportunities?

Yes, SiteOne Landscape Supply is strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all associates and applicants, regardless of race, gender, age, or any other protected factor.

SiteOne Landscape Supply

SiteOne is the nation’s largest supplier of wholesale goods for green industry professionals in the US and Canada.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2001
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

SiteOne Landscape Supply is the largest and only national wholesale distributor of landscaping products in the United States and Canada. We have a long history of serving residential and commercial landscape professionals who specialize in the design, installation and maintenance of lawns, gardens, golf courses and other outdoor spaces. Through our network of over 500 branches across 45 states and five provinces, we offer a comprehensive selection of more than 90,000 products including irrigation supplies, fertilizer and control products, nursery goods, hardscapes, landscape lighting, drainage and erosion control products, tools, and other landscaping accessories and supplies. With a world-class team of over 4,200 industry experts, we also provide industry- leading complementary services and business assistance to support our product offering and to help our customers operate and grow their businesses; all tailored to meet each customer’s specific needs. At SiteOne, we are committed to five key business objectives: 1. Be a great place to work for our associates. 2. Deliver superior quality, service and value to our customers. 3. Be the distributor of choice for our suppliers. 4. Achieve industry-leading financial performance and growth for our shareholders. 5. Be a good neighbor in our communities. By leveraging the strength and capabilities of a large company with the passion, drive, experience and commitment of our talented local teams – we can consistently achieve these objectives and make our customers the most successful professionals in the Green Industry. We know our customer’s business better than anyone in our industry and together with our customers and suppliers, we can achieve exceptional success.