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Love plants and want to contribute your strong work ethic to a great company?

Apply to join the Flowerwood Team; send your resume and cover letter to hr@flowerwood.com.

A third-generation family-owned wholesale nursery selling only to the trade with locations in Alabama, Florida, and Georgia, Flowerwood provides high-quality commodities and improved new plant varieties throughout the Southern and Mid-Atlantic states. Positions/roles include sales to the garden center industry, online sales and fulfillment, production, operations, propagation, pest management, and more.

Competitive Benefits include:

  • 401K with company match
  • Medical, Dental & Vision
  • Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
  • Voluntary Disability, Life, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance

Come Grow With Us and Join Our Team of Dedicated Professionals!

Sales Manager - Flowerwood Nursery and Affiliates

Department

Sales

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Reports to:

VP of Sales and Marketing

Position

Full-time

Location:       

Mobile, AL

Travel:

30%

Approved By:

VP of Sales and Marketing

Approved Date:

7/11/2025

Position Summary

This position is responsible for overseeing all sales functions related to independent garden centers, landscapers, re-wholesalers and new customer acquisitions across these channels. This position leads a team of outsides sales representatives as well as an inside sales team to drive revenue growth, enhance customer satisfaction, and expand market share.

 

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time.

 

  • Lead and manage the outside (territorial) sales team responsible for servicing independent accounts and acquiring new business in designated regions.
  • Supervise the inside sales/customer service team, ensuring high levels of responsiveness, accuracy, and customer satisfaction.
  • Develop and execute strategies to grow sales with existing independent customers and open new accounts across independent, landscape, re-wholesale, and retail sectors.
  • Identify and pursue new market opportunities, prospects, and partnerships.
  • Provide coaching, training, and performance management for both inside and outside sales teams.
  • Coordinate product launches, seasonal promotions, and brand initiatives in collaboration with marketing.
  • Monitor sales pipelines and performance through CRM and ERP systems; prepare reports and forecasts for senior leadership.
  • Maintain strong relationships with key accounts; conduct regular customer visits and field support with reps.
  • Manage the production plan for this customer base based on market needs and opportunities.
  • Oversee the onboarding process for new customers to ensure a smooth transition into long-term accounts.
  • Plan, organize and attend trade shows and industry events to support team networking and market visibility.
  • Recommend and build the sales team to accomplish these goals.

 

Sales Manager Job Description

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

Education and Experience

  • 5+ years of experience in B2B horticultural or nursery sales, preferably in a wholesale or agricultural setting.
  • Prior experience managing both inside and outside sales personnel.

Competencies

  • Proven success in team leadership, new business development, and account management.

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a customer-first mindset.
  • Proficiency in CRM systems and Microsoft Office Suite; ERP knowledge a plus.
  • Willingness to travel to support reps and visit customer locations.

Physical Demands

  • Operate typical office equipment such as a computer, telephone, copy machine, etc.
  • Regular mental demands such as comprehension, reasoning, and strong math skills.
  • Occasionally lifts/pulls/carries up to 25 pounds.
  • On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend, kneel, or reach above the shoulders.

 

The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

Working Environment

  • Inside office.
  • Travel 30% - offsite visits to customers, nursery locations, and trade shows.

 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

The above statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the principal functions of the occupation described and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the occupation.

Staff Accountant - Flowerwood Nursery and Affiliates

Department

Accounting

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Reports to:

CFO

Position

Full-time

Location:       

Loxley, AL

Travel:

None

Approved By:

CFO

Approved Date:

12/9/2024

Position Summary

This position is responsible for performing accounting activities related to preparing and maintaining financial records and reports while ensuring financial transactions align with laws and regulations.

 

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time.

 

  • Perform journal entries, account reconciliations, and maintain general ledger accounts.
  • Conduct month-end and year-end close processes and assist with preparation of monthly financial statements, forecasts, projections, and budgets.
  • Prepare and analyze financial reports, including balance sheet, income statements, and cash flow statements.
  • Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data.
  • Assist with preparation of yearly external audits and financial management reports.
  • Conduct detailed audits and reconciliations of company accounts and financial transactions.
  • Conduct financial analysis to identify trends, and opportunities for improvements.
  • Calculate quarterly and annual taxes and prepare tax returns.
  • Provide financial and accounting analysis and research variances as needed.
  • Maintain accurate fixed asset depreciation schedule.
  • Assist in the financial management of the organization by monitoring expenses and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local financial legal requirements.by staying current on existing and new legislation advising management on needed actions.
  • Respond to information requests by management.
  • Other relevant duties as assigned by management.

 

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor's Degree (BA) in Accounting.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in a general accounting role from preparation to maintenance of financial data.

 

Competencies

  • Advanced Excel knowledge and use of formulas, pivot tables, and charts.
  • Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent organizational/time management skills, prioritization, and multi-tasking abilities.
  • Proficient in in Microsoft Office Outlook and Word.
  • Knowledge of accounting standards and US GAAP
  • Strong analytical skills for problem solving.

  

Physical Demands

  • Frequently required to stand, sit, talk, and hear, and use hands to handle, or touch objects or controls.
  • Occasionally required to stoop, bend, kneel, or reach above the shoulders.
  • Regularly required to operate typical office equipment such as telephone, copy machine, and postage meter as well as extended periods of computer use.
  • Speech, visual, and hearing ability sufficient to express and comprehend written and verbal communications.

 The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

Working Environment

  • Office and remote work setting.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual may encounter while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

The above statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the principal functions of the occupation described and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the occupation.

Nursery Drone Pilot  - Flowerwood Nursery and Affiliates

Department

Loxley Operations

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Reports to:

Herbicide Manager

Position 

Full-time

Location:    

Loxley, AL

Travel:

30%

Approved By:

Plant Health Department

Approved Date:

July 2025

Position Summary

This position is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the unmanned aerial vehicle (drone) and use it to perform crop monitoring, spreading and spraying herbicides and pesticides.

 

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time.

  • Utilize drone software to program flight paths according to scheduled applications.
  • Carry out pre-flight checks on the drone and associated systems.
  • Operate drone in applying herbicides and pesticides according to scheduled applications.
  • Ensure the herbicide applications are completed efficiently and in a timely manner.
  • Communicate with growers on needs and timing of application.
  • Maintain and perform basic repairs on drone and drone equipment as needed.
  • Maintain spraying records.
  • Work with Herbicide Manager to identify areas of concern or interest.
  • Ensure all drone operations comply with local and federal aviation regulations, and other applicable laws.
  • Other duties as assigned  

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Education and Experience

  • FAA drone certified
  • Alabama Pesticide Applicators License - OTPS
  • Previous experience as a drone operator, preferably in an agricultural setting is a plus
  • High school diploma or equivalent; degree in a relevant field is a plus 

Competencies

  • Strong understanding of drone technology and operation.
  • Basic maintenance and repair skills.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills
  • Excellent organizational/time management skills
  • Strong analytical, critical thinking, and math skills.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel, and familiar with Teams.

Physical Demands

  • Ability to lift and carry the drone and equipment (up to 80 lbs.)
  • Frequently required to stand, sit, talk, and hear, and use hands to handle, or touch objects or controls.
  • On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend, kneel, or reach above the shoulders.
  • Operate typical office equipment such as a computer, telephone, copy machine, etc.
  • Regular mental demands such as comprehension, reasoning, decision making, and strong math skills.

The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working Environment

  • Continuous work outside and some office work.
  • Travel to other locations to perform applications – 30% of the time.
  • Operate according to weather conditions- some weekend work may be required.

 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

The above statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the principal functions of the occupation described and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the occupation.