Regional Manager (North Adams, Ma)

Simply Set is part of a family-owned wholesale grower specializing in a variety of seasonal product offerings, including annuals, perennials and vegetables. We supply large retailers who sell the product in sizable quantities. Our emphasis is on providing high quality plant material along with superior customer service!
We are looking for a Regional Manager to manage and direct a team of merchandisers at retail level, throughout our stores. Plant knowledge is helpful to this position. The right candidate will be skilled at multi-tasking, prioritizing, problem solving and must have previous management experience.
Responsibilities
Recruit, interview, hire, and train staff within specific region
Manage the daily workflow of all employees in region
Cover 25+ stores within the territory
Assist team with store sets, interact with vendors, customers and store personnel
Oversee the merchandising and care of live plants
Daily travel between stores
Must be able to prioritize and coordinate a team of supervisors and merchandisers based on weekly budget
Participate in weekly conference calls
Weekly reporting to operations manager on store compliance
Partner with Sales department to provide correct amount of product to meet the customers needs
Relationship building with store operators
Requirements
Must have good working knowledge of Microsoft Suite
Tolerant of outdoor conditions during all seasons and weather.
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
Exceptional communication skills
Must have and be comfortable with using a smart phone
Clean MVR
Plant knowledge not required but very helpful
Full-time/Seasonal position - February-December – 40+hours/week with Saturdays required
Benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision benefits offered
401K options
Paid vacation and sick time