Plant care professional experienced in nursery management, plant health care and maintenance, integrated pest management, and landscape design. Company lead and trainer for plant identification, propagation, planting and pruning methods, field inspections, and safety. Attend trade shows, vendor, and supplier events to keep abreast of industry trends. Complete industry focused seminars for CEUs and subsequently produce presentations to bring in new ideas and programs for others. Attend job fairs to assist Human Resources. Purchasing Manager responsible for sourcing and procuring plant material and supplies for all company projects. Conducts site visits and supports managers in plant selection, layout, and design. Created a process and manage onsite supply of soil and mulch, disbursement and repair of tools and equipment which has drastically reduced company equipment, materials, fuel, and labor costs. Revitalized the company’s internship program and manage the company’s interns. Improved recycling program to reduce waste and disposal costs. Associate to the Trust and an active participant in company’s Employee Stock Ownership Program.

Direct report to the Vice President/CFO and works closely with the Operations Manager to support account managers. Source and order all plant material for numerous projects and maintenance accounts. Bundle purchases and deliveries for efficiency. Receive and offload plant deliveries. Develop and maintain vendor relations. Manage and maintain plant inventory in the onsite nursery. Reconcile purchase orders and process to Accounting. Responsible for purchasing small tools and equipment, uniforms, safety gear, office supplies, building supplies, food and beverage for special events. Developed relationships serving key accounts to utilize Horticultural knowledge and experience to elevate performance and efficiency. Assist with estimating and plant selection. Travel to vendors and suppliers to procure materials and supplies.

Process payroll and file related tax returns. Produce sales tax and workman's compensation reports and make payments. Administrate accounts payable. Enter credit card charges and reconcile accounts. Set up new hires. General filing and office organization. Assist with plant maintenance, propagation.