Assistant Program Manager - Merchandising

Rainbow Greenhouses Inc


Date: 20 hours ago
City: Calgary, AB
Contract type: Full time
We're Hiring: Assistant Program Manager - Merchandising

Are you energized by fast-paced work, passionate about plants, and ready to step into a leadership role that’s as dynamic as spring itself?

We’re looking for an Assistant Program Manager - Merchandising to lead, coach, and inspire a regional team of visual merchandising supervisors across our vibrant garden centre locations. From annual blooms to stunning potted arrangements, you’ll help shape the in-store experience with fresh, seasonal displays that wow customers and support strong sales.

This job is for you if you:

  • Love the challenge of work that keeps you on your toes — especially during the spring garden rush
  • Have a passion for plants, design, and inspiring others
  • Thrive on leading and motivating people to do their best work
  • Are looking for a role that blends strategy, hands-on training, and field management
  • Aren’t afraid of long days, regional travel, or getting your hands dirty

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Lead and support a team of visual merchandising supervisors across the province
  • Oversee execution of visual merchandising strategies — think creative, clean, plant-forward displays that consumers love
  • Build strong relationships with key stakeholders
  • Manage staffing plans, schedules, and performance feedback
  • Train, mentor, and elevate your team to meet merchandising and sales goals
  • Ensure alignment of local execution with broader program and company goals
  • Use your problem-solving skills to adapt quickly to seasonal challenges

Your Background:

  • 2+ years experience in retail merchandising or operations (bonus if in garden or seasonal retail)
  • Proven success in fast-paced or high-volume environments
  • Skilled communicator who enjoys collaboration
  • Organized, adaptable, and results-oriented
  • Able to travel regionally and commit to a demanding but rewarding seasonal workload

Why Join Us?

  • You'll play a pivotal leadership role in a successful merchandising program
  • Every day is different — and every garden centre is a new canvas
  • Work outdoors with a passionate team and beautiful products
  • High-impact, high-energy seasonal role with lots of autonomy
  • Opportunity to grow your retail management and merchandising skills

Compensation

Rainbow offers a competitive compensation package commensurate with education, experience and proven results ($55K-80K+ annually).

Benefits

  • Extended health and dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Life insurance
  • On-site parking
  • Paid time off
  • Matching RRSP program
  • Product discount

Why Rainbow Greenhouses?

We’re an industry innovator with a startup spirit. At Rainbow, ideas are valued, grit is rewarded, and your voice matters. We're building a culture that’s fast, fearless, and future-focused—with people who are just as ambitious as the vision. Visit us at rainbow.ca to learn more.

Ready to grow with us? Apply now!

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