Assistant General Manager/Fresh Flower Buyer

Job Description

Job Description

About the Role

Ensign Wholesale Flower Market is seeking a highly capable, detail-oriented professional to support our General Manager and Fresh Flower Buyer.

This is not a traditional administrative role —it is a hands-on operational position for someone who thrives in a fast-paced wholesale environment, enjoys solving problems, and wants to grow into a larger leadership role over time.

You will work directly with leadership, vendors, and internal teams to help drive purchasing, logistics, and execution during both daily operations and peak seasons.

Key Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day operations and key business initiatives
• Maintain organized systems, track priorities, and ensure follow-through
• Assist with purchase order entry, tracking, and reconciliation
• Communicate with flower buyers, farms, vendors, and suppliers
• Coordinate inbound shipments, including AWBs and vendor/farm invoices
• Manage email communication and vendor follow-ups
• Assist in planning and execution for peak seasons (Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, weddings, etc.)
• Help drive accountability and execution on growth initiatives

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in administrative, purchasing, or operations support
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general systems/tools
• Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proactive problem solver with strong ownership and follow-through
• Experience leading or managing people (directly or indirectly) preferred
• Experience in wholesale, floral, logistics, or distribution environments preferred
• Basic understanding of inventory management and purchasing processes

What We’re Looking For

• Calm and composed under pressure
• Systems-oriented thinker who can bring structure to complexity
• Strong work ethic and accountability
• Growth mindset with a desire to take on increasing responsibility
• Team-oriented and committed to long-term success

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly wage + performance-based commission
• Compensation based on experience and industry knowledge
• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan