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Jacob Propst

Gadsden

Summary

Dynamic Nursery Manager with a proven track record at IFCO Seedlings, excelling in staff management and operational efficiency. Leveraged creativity to boost enrollment rates and implemented effective disease control strategies, enhancing plant quality. Recognized for exceptional communication skills and fostering a collaborative team environment, driving significant improvements in sales and customer satisfaction.

Knowledgeable [Desired Position] with solid background in managing nursery operations and cultivating healthy plant growth. Successfully led teams in maintaining high standards for plant care and customer satisfaction. Demonstrated effective communication and problem-solving skills in dynamic environments.

Professional in nursery management equipped with comprehensive horticultural knowledge and staff leadership skills. Proven track record in cultivating plants, managing teams, and implementing innovative growth strategies. Strong focus on team collaboration, adaptability, and achieving high standards in plant care and nursery operations. Skilled in resource allocation, problem-solving, and fostering productive work environment.

Experienced with comprehensive nursery management, overseeing plant care and team coordination. Utilizes leadership and horticultural expertise to ensure optimal plant health and customer satisfaction. Track record of implementing effective solutions and maintaining high operational standards.

Results-driven horticultural professional with proven background in nursery management. Adept at optimizing plant health and increasing customer satisfaction through innovative care techniques and team collaboration. Known for flexibility and reliability in adapting to changing needs, with focus on fostering productive work environment.

Skilled agricultural manager with demonstrated operations, team and financial management abilities. Coordinate efficient activities at all levels to support business profits and maintain sustainable operations. Employee-focused and performance-oriented with good training and mentoring abilities.

Seasoned Nursery Manager offering demonstrated skills in business, team and customer service management. Expert in best practices in nurseries and greenhouses with special emphasis in Logistics. Well-versed in successful strategies for commercial and retail customer plant cultivation. Desire to bring 10 years of progressive experience and take on demanding position with expanding operation.

Agricultural Operations Manager with 10 years of experience supervising 55 million-size to 65 million-size farms. Developed aptitude for crop development, harvesting and business procedures resulting in profitability. Experienced with feed mixing, examining animals and reallocating resources.

Hardworking Manager bringing 10 years of experience in horticulture management, team leadership and business planning. Knowledgeable about preventing diseases and pests, establishing optimal growing conditions and overseeing care schedules to maximize plant attractiveness, growth and health. Seeks to bring expertise to dynamic role in fast-paced environment.

Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.

Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Nursery Manager

IFCO Seedlings
05.2024 - 12.2024
  • Fostered a supportive, respectful working environment for staff members by consistently demonstrating strong leadership qualities and clear communication skills.
  • Ensured exceptional care standards were maintained during inspections from regulatory agencies and licensing boards.
  • Boosted enrollment rates through targeted marketing efforts such as open houses or community outreach events.
  • Reviewed lesson plans regularly to ensure quality content delivery according to established goals and objectives.
  • Mentored junior staff members, fostering professional development through constructive feedback and support.
  • Implemented strategies for behavior management to maintain a positive atmosphere conducive to learning and growth.
  • Maintained tidy, clean and well-organized greenhouse for optimal productivity and professionalism.
  • Budgeted equipment purchases and regular repairs.
  • Researched pests and diseases common to individual types of stock and developed mitigation plans.
  • Managed operational records, administrative needs and marketing plans to promote business and strengthen revenue streams.
  • Collected and reported on metrics related to stock growth, production actions and environmental assessments to facilitate effective decision making.
  • Optimized growth and development at every stage and moved finished plants to sales displays for customer viewing.
  • Used [Software] to record and document information regarding pesticide use, yields and costs.
  • Directed transfer of mature stock to final habitats or commercial holding tanks for harvesting.
  • Wrote and improved SOPs to maintain consistency across shifts and work areas.
  • Ran [Number] different climate-controlled areas with over [Number] plant varieties.
  • Directed work of [Number]-member team of nursery staff and greenhouse growers managing need of more than [Number] plants.
  • Monitored watering times, soil conditions and plant positions and made informed adjustments in response to weather conditions.
  • Oversaw growth, planting and maintenance of retail nursery and display gardens.
  • Hired and trained permanent and temporary nursery staff and adjusted levels to account for peak seasons and off-seasons.
  • Inspected nursery and equipment for signs of disrepair and coordinated repairs and replacements.
  • Ordered plants and nursery merchandise and maintained marketable inventory across seasons.
  • Created plans to grow nursery and garden center and improved sales volume and profitability.
  • Worked directly with customers as salesperson and role model for entire sales team.
  • Kept up-to-date on latest nursery trends and advances and served as valued resource for team and customers.
  • Assigned team work schedules, delegated commensurate with staff member skills and monitored and evaluated performance.
  • Wrote and distributed customer help information on care for nursery products, watering and sun needs.
  • Improved overall efficiency within the nursery setting by streamlining administrative processes like scheduling or inventory management.
  • Managed daily operations of the nursery, maintaining cleanliness, organization, and compliance with state regulations.
  • Performed repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and property.
  • Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance, and minimizing waste.
  • Inspected and repaired equipment for livestock and crop management.
  • Placed supply orders, restocked supplies and merchandised products for purchase by customers.
  • Set up and managed plant irrigation systems to maintain optimal flows to different types of plants.
  • Coordinated inventories of seeds, chemicals, plant nutrients and tools to achieve business targets.
  • Maximized operational profits by closely inspecting crops, assessing quality, and identifying problems such as disease or insects.
  • Enforced strong safety and environmental protections to support habitats while preventing harm to employees or consumers.
  • Used skills to grow new plants from seeds, clippings, bulbs and clone-cubes.
  • Oversaw cultivation and harvesting of over [Number] pounds in [Type] crops each year.
  • Handled complex and urgent customer concerns calmly to maximize satisfaction and enhance loyalty.

Assistant Nursery Manager

IFCO Seedlings
08.2015 - 05.2024
  • Monitored watering times, soil conditions and plant positions and made informed adjustments in response to weather conditions.
  • Oversaw growth, planting and maintenance of retail nursery and display gardens.
  • Hired and trained permanent and temporary nursery staff and adjusted levels to account for peak seasons and off-seasons.
  • Inspected nursery and equipment for signs of disrepair and coordinated repairs and replacements.
  • Ordered plants and nursery merchandise and maintained marketable inventory across seasons.
  • Created plans to grow nursery and garden center and improved sales volume and profitability.
  • Worked directly with customers as salesperson and role model for entire sales team.
  • Kept up-to-date on latest nursery trends and advances and served as valued resource for team and customers.
  • Assigned team work schedules, delegated commensurate with staff member skills and monitored and evaluated performance.
  • Wrote and distributed customer help information on care for nursery products, watering and sun needs.
  • Improved overall efficiency within the nursery setting by streamlining administrative processes like scheduling or inventory management.
  • Managed daily operations of the nursery, maintaining cleanliness, organization, and compliance with state regulations.
  • Performed repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and property.
  • Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance, and minimizing waste.
  • Inspected and repaired equipment for livestock and crop management.
  • Placed supply orders, restocked supplies and merchandised products for purchase by customers.
  • Set up and managed plant irrigation systems to maintain optimal flows to different types of plants.
  • Coordinated inventories of seeds, chemicals, plant nutrients and tools to achieve business targets.
  • Maximized operational profits by closely inspecting crops, assessing quality, and identifying problems such as disease or insects.
  • Enforced strong safety and environmental protections to support habitats while preventing harm to employees or consumers.
  • Used skills to grow new plants from seeds, clippings, bulbs and clone-cubes.
  • Oversaw cultivation and harvesting of over [Number] pounds in [Type] crops each year.
  • Handled complex and urgent customer concerns calmly to maximize satisfaction and enhance loyalty.

Education

Business Administration And Management

Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA
05-2015

Skills

  • Health and safety regulations
  • Recruitment and hiring
  • Creativity and innovation
  • Staff management
  • Landscaping
  • Curriculum planning
  • Sales techniques
  • Facility maintenance
  • Horticulture
  • Safeguarding procedures
  • Plant cultivation
  • Plant displays
  • Planting
  • Teamwork
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Team collaboration
  • Active listening
  • Effective communication
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Decision-making
  • Relationship building
  • Safety practices
  • Organizational management
  • Disease control
  • Documentation skills
  • Team building
  • Task prioritization
  • Worker training
  • Equipment operation
  • Self motivation
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Analytical thinking
  • Crop harvesting

Timeline

Nursery Manager

IFCO Seedlings
05.2024 - 12.2024

Assistant Nursery Manager

IFCO Seedlings
08.2015 - 05.2024

Business Administration And Management

Valdosta State University
Jacob Propst