Plant Specialist & Sales Lead

ECOVIBE is a growing, locally-owned lifestyle brand and boutique in Portland with 2 retail locations and an active online store. We are seeking talented plant specialists to join our team and help lead our plant department. We have both part-time and full-time positions available.

We work in a diverse range of mediums including live plants, pottery, gifts, furniture, and home decor. Each project begins with the customer experience in mind. In our retail stores, our goal is to elicit an emotional connection by engaging the customer with all five senses through carefully curated displays of lifestyle products and gifts that inspire sustainable living.

ECOVIBE is currently a small team of committed individuals. Now in our 12th year, we are looking to hire skilled and creative team members who have an interest in growing with us.

JOB SUMMARY:

We are looking for a passionate team member who will provide excellent customer service while upholding all visual, operational, and maintenance standards within the store(s). The ideal candidate will have a strong background in indoor plant care, with a knowledge of plant names and proper growing conditions. The candidate should be detail-oriented and possess strong leadership and interpersonal skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Assist with executing and directing all aspects of the store daily operations and promotions.

Create a welcoming environment for customers while providing them with a knowledgeable and genuine experience.

Daily plant maintenance of watering, misting, and pruning plants.

Advise customers on selecting the best plant for their environment as well as provide repotting services and ensure customers have the proper care instructions to help their plant thrive.

Receive store deliveries and stock transfers including indoor plants, plant care tools and home decor products.

Create strong visual merchandising and assist in the maintenance of restocking and inventory standards on a daily basis.

Be known as a good source of information. Seek out product knowledge and share it with our team and customers.

Stimulate growth in self and others. Set an example through action and leading by example.

Create and foster an engaging and supportive environment where all team members are treated fairly and respectfully.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

1+ years horticulture experience working with indoor plants either in a retail or greenhouse environment.

2+ years of customer service experience in a retail sales or customer service role, ideally retail in a boutique setting.

Sense of initiative with strong leadership capabilities.

Ability to achieve results both independently and collaboratively with clear team communication and follow-through skills.

Flexibility and the ability to handle change in a positive manner.

Must be available to work weekends and most holidays.

BENEFITS AND PERKS:

Working with a passionate, innovative, and hardworking small team.

Competitive compensation with bonus and growth incentives.

Flexibility to achieve personal and professional goals.

Being and building a beautiful space and fun work environment.

Room for career growth and development.

FOR CONSIDERATION: In addition to your cover letter and resume, please tell us your favorite aspects of ECOVIBE. Why are you passionate about working with us?