Accounts Payable Associate – Part-Time (15 hours/week); Boston, MA
This position reports to the Manager of Inventory Control and Accounts Payable

Job Responsibilities:

• *Job Duties:
• Purchase Accounts Payable Responsibilities
• Process all merchandise payable invoices, obtaining necessary approvals and document backup.
• Process check runs on weekly basis or as needed.
• Work cooperatively with Receiving and Inventory Departments to process perishables and hard-goods invoices to ensure accuracy and make resolutions as needed.
• Receive and post international invoices on daily basis, fax next day’s shipment to retail locations.
• *General Accounting Responsibilities
• Post and reconcile banking deposits for company retail locations
• Reconcile bank account statements.
• Post FTD and Teleflora statements to General Ledger
• Pay and reconcile monthly sales tax payables
• Process monthly payroll accruals and post weekly payroll to General Ledger
• Assist Accounts Payable Manager with various A/P tasks

• Strong Accounts Payable experience required; experience in high-end retail and/or nursery, horticultural or floral industry is a plus, but not necessary
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Excel, and have knowledge of other standard Microsoft Office programs and the ability to adapt to internal computer systems
• Proactive and analytical with a customer service orientation
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects with varying priorities simultaneously and follow through to completion
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• High level of self-direction, enthusiasm and self-motivation
• Must be flexible and have the ability to resolve issues independently in a fast-paced environment

• Part-time schedule – approximately 15 hours per week; flexible work schedule during business hours
• Peak business periods, as well as month/quarter/year ends may require extended work days and hours

Garden Design Field Manager – Full-Time, Boston, MA
Winston Flowers now offers garden design and installation services to our exclusive residential and commercial customer base. We are seeking a creative and motivated individual to serve as a Garden Design Field Manager, to provide the creativity, technical expertise and leadership skills to successfully execute the Winston aesthetic in outdoor environments.

Job Responsibilities:

• Consult with clients regarding container plantings, roof decks and small garden spaces and assist with product selection to best suit the environment and space
• In collaboration with the client, Creative Director and Garden Design General Manager, create plantings consistent with Winston Flowers standards and aesthetic
• Create client proposals and follow up with clients to ensure 100% satisfaction
• Lead the execution of design and installation of material at client site, directing the activities and productivity of garden design associates
• Responsible for maintaining daily standards in all operations, including materials, supplies, team performance and company vehicles
• Flexible to perform other duties as needed during Garden Design off-seasons

• Ability to establish new client relationships and build and maintain existing relationships
• Candidate must have experience in sales and installation of specialty landscaping, roof decks, container plantings and window boxes
• Knowledge of annuals, perennials, plant materials, design and horticulture necessary
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively with high level of enthusiasm and self-motivation

• Flexible work schedule required including weekend and holiday availability
• Ability to lift and move product weighing up to 30 pounds
• Peak business periods will require extended work days and work weeks

Inside Sales Associate - Full-Time - Boston
This is not your typical customer service position! This dynamic, creative inside sales position is responsible for providing excellent service to our clients on a variety of levels. As a critical member of our sales team, you will assist clients with gift product selection, questions and specific product requests. We look for candidates with a high level of energy, who are self-motivated and who will thrive in a fast-paced, creative environment that provides support, resources, and rewards for excellence and achievement.

Job Responsibilities:

• Utilize Customer Relationship Management process to create custom gift product presentations for clients during telephone sales calls; using a consultative approach to build rapport and present key selling points while focusing on the customer’s needs
• Effectively upholds the service standards of Winston Flowers by providing excellent service, assisting customers with product selection and troubleshooting client issues, while managing internal processes to ensure timely deliveries
• Work closely with our Account Executive sales team to provide a wide range of floral services for our wide range of clientele
• Responsible for follow-up inquiries to select clients to ensure 100% satisfaction.
• Identify future sales opportunities from day to day calls and communicate these leads to appropriate department

• Exemplary verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to efficiently and professionally meet client needs, while balancing the needs of the company
• Excellent grammar and spelling skills, combined with strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently, listen attentively and respond effectively to concerns, combined with exceptional follow-through skills
• Enthusiasm the floral industry and a passion for great design
• Computer proficiency and ability to multi task between programs.

• Flexible work schedule required including weekend and holiday availability
• Peak business periods may require extended work days and work weeks

Retail Manager – Winston Flowers & Garden
This position reports to Winston Flowers & Garden General Manager.

Job Responsibilities:

• Working closely with General Manager, responsible for all aspects of management and sales performance for the Winston Flowers flagship retail location, including the floral sales and nursery lines of business
• Effectively upholds the service standards of Winston Flowers by establishing a strong presence on the sales floor and leading a diverse retail team to maximize sales by mentoring through sales leadership, training, coaching, and personal example
• Help drive the sales of the store by fostering existing client relationships and
• building new relationships
• Ensure outstanding customer service and strong visual merchandising presentations standards are met on a daily basis
• Participate in the selection and transfer of necessary floral, plant and hard good products from Design Studio headquarters to Store
• Partner with Store Manager to ensure proper business operations systems and procedures are in place, used correctly and enforced
• Keyholder responsibilities: opening/closing the store, z-outs and cash management, as well as perform administrative tasks including staff scheduling, payroll, updating staff bulletin board and facilitating meetings
• Responsible for overall operations of the store in the General Manager’s absence; continues to develop managerial skills, in preparation of becoming a Store Manager
• Sales Responsibilities:
• Assist clients with floral and accessory product selection and design floral and plant product based on skill level
• Responsible for developing clientele portfolios; maintaining and developing existing and new client relationships

• 5+ years of prior management experience in luxury brand retail, interior design or hospitality environment is required
• Demonstrated experience driving business and building teams, with a proven ability to efficiently and professionally meet client needs
• Excellent leadership and teambuilding skills
• Strong interpersonal skills; detail oriented with excellent follow-through skills
• · High level of enthusiasm and self-motivation
• · Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively
• Experience in the floral or horticultural industry, as well as a working knowledge of visual merchandising is a plus -- confidence, an outgoing personality and a passion for design are essential!

• Flexible work schedule required, including weekend availability
• Peak business periods will require extended work days and work weeks

Retail Sales Associate, Full Time - Boston & Newton
Job Responsibilities:

• Provide excellent service to customers in The Winston Way
• Assist clients with product selection
• Design floral/plant product based on associate training/skill level
• Follow-up with clients when applicable
• Responsible for accurate product pricing
• Process register transactions
• Daily set up and break down of store including physical transportation of sidewalk and flower displays
• Contribute to the consistent maintenance and refreshment of product merchandising
• Resolve customer concerns in The Winston Way

• Experience in high-end service and/or retail industries
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to efficiently and professionally meet client needs
• Professional or personal experience in floriculture, horticulture, and/or design
• High level of enthusiasm and self-motivation
• Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively

• Flexible work schedule required including weekend and holiday availability
• Peak business periods will require extended work days and work weeks
• Ability to lift and move product weighing up to 20 pounds