Moon Valley Nurseries

Vice President of Tree Care

SCOTTSDALE, AZPosted 30+ days ago

Job summary

  • Job overview

    The Vice President of Tree Care at Moon Valley Nurseries leads and scales the Tree Care Services division, driving operational excellence and growth in a key business area.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The role involves end-to-end management of the Tree Care division including strategy, financial oversight, field operations, sales support, team leadership, process improvement, customer retention, and technology adoption.

  • Compensation and benefits

    The position offers a competitive compensation package, performance-based incentives, executive benefits, medical insurance, 401(k), holidays, and PTO.

  • Experience and skills

    Candidates should have 8–10+ years of leadership in field service or related industries, strong P&L and team management skills, familiarity with field tech tools, and preferably ISA certification or experience with certified arborists.

  • Career development

    The role offers a high-impact leadership opportunity with growth potential in a high-growth company and the chance to shape a key service division's future.

  • Work environment and culture

    Moon Valley Nurseries values customer trust, service excellence, accountability, and professional development in a supportive, high-growth environment.

  • Company information

    Moon Valley Nurseries is North America's largest grower of box trees and palms, known for its industry leadership and strong employee benefits.

  • Team overview

    The VP will manage a team including regional managers, arborists, sales professionals, and technicians, fostering a culture of accountability and development.

  • Unique job features

    The job includes managing a well-established division with strong brand recognition, operational infrastructure, and a focus on technology-driven scalability and customer experience.

Company overview

Moon Valley Nurseries specializes in growing and selling a wide variety of trees, plants, and shrubs, catering to both residential and commercial landscaping needs. They make money through direct sales at their numerous retail locations, online orders, and providing planting and landscaping services. Founded in 1995, the company has expanded significantly across the Southwestern United States, known for its high-quality, locally-grown inventory and exceptional customer service.

How to land this job

  • Tailor your resume to highlight leadership in field service or arboriculture, emphasizing P&L management, multi-market operations, and team development experience relevant to Moon Valley Nurseries' Tree Care division.

  • Focus on showcasing skills in operational excellence, scheduling efficiency, and safety compliance, as these are key to the VP role's responsibilities.

  • Apply through multiple channels including Moon Valley Nurseries' corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your chances, as these are common platforms for executive recruitment.

  • Connect with current leaders or regional managers in Moon Valley Nurseries' Tree Care division on LinkedIn; open conversations with ice breakers like commenting on recent company growth or asking about their experience scaling the division.

  • Optimize your resume for ATS by including keywords such as 'P&L ownership,' 'field operations,' 'team leadership,' 'CRM adoption,' and 'arboriculture certifications' to pass initial screenings effectively.

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