JOB SUMMARY

The Floral Product & Purchasing Specialist will manage procurement, logistics, and creative presentation of floral products with a specialized focus on Latin American markets. This position integrates purchasing and cold chain logistics with artistic design, Spanish-language communication, and floral care expertise.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Diploma or degree in Industrial Design, Floral Design, Fine Arts, or related creative field
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in purchasing, logistics, or floral operations
• Proven track record in floral product sourcing and quality assurance
• Familiarity with cold chain systems and floral handling best practices
• Experience with Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and intermediate or higher level in Excel required

SPECIFIC SKILLS OR CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• Native or near-native fluency in Spanish (spoken and written)
• Strong negotiation and vendor management abilities
• Solid knowledge of flower hydration, preservation, and floral display setup
• Understanding of colour theory, visual composition, and product presentation
• Ability to translate creative ideas into commercial floral installations
• Comfortable using inventory systems, documenting purchases, and tracking imports- Reliable, punctual, and physically fit to work in a cold storage and fast-paced environment
  Please Note: Sunday’s work Required-Twice per months
  Job Type: Full-time
  Pay: $35.10 per hour
  Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Extended health care

Experience:

• Purchasing, logistics, or floral operations: 2 years (required)

Language:

• Spanish (required)

Work Location: In perso

• Source floral products from South American suppliers (mainly Ecuador and Colombia)
• Evaluate vendors, negotiate pricing and delivery schedules
• Create and track purchase orders, coordinate invoices and import documentation
• Analyze product samples and vendor performance for product line expansion
• Supervise cold chain logistics and temperature-sensitive transport
• Coordinate with customs agents and freight forwarders
• Troubleshoot delays, damages, or compliance issues during shipment
• Contribute to floral presentation, event installations, and visual merchandising
• Propose seasonal arrangements and product display layouts
• Use Adobe Creative Suite for design content and marketing material
• Communicate with vendors in fluent Spanish, navigating cultural norms
• Build lasting supplier relationships across Latin American regions
• Inspect floral shipments for damage, pest signs, hydration, and freshness
• Apply floral care protocols and post-harvest hydration techniques
• Monitor temperature, humidity, and ethylene exposure during storage
• Support clients with floral care guidance and customized display solutions
• Conduct on-site visits to event venues and floral showrooms
• Participate in industry events and travel to South America for supplier engagement
• Stay current on floral trends, packaging aesthetics, and cold chain innovation