Horticultural Supervisor – Buffalo Trace Distillery

Sazerac Company Overview

Build your career at Sazerac! With almost 400 years of rich history, Sazerac Company has thrived as an independent, American family-owned company with operations in the United States and around the world. Since the 2000s, Sazerac has averaged double digit growth every year! Sazerac Company produces and markets the most award-winning bourbons and whiskeys in the world, including Buffalo Trace, Pappy Van Winkle, Eagle Rare, Blanton’s, Traveller, and Sazerac Rye. Additionally, Sazerac owns many popular brands across a range of spirits, including Fireball, Svedka, Wheatley, BuzzBallz, Southern Comfort, Seagram’s V.O., Myers’s, Goldschläger, Parrot Bay, 99 Brand, and Platinum Vodka.

We’re proud of our award-winning culture and distilleries. Our Louisville office has been named one of the “Best Places to Work in Kentucky” four times, and our Buffalo Trace Distillery has earned the title of “world’s most award-winning distillery” through the dedication of our craftsmen for well over 200 years. Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced professional, Sazerac provides extraordinary opportunities for growth with competitive salaries and benefits in an exciting, entrepreneurial industry.

Company/Location Overview

Where History Grows

For over 200 years, Buffalo Trace Distillery has stood on the banks of the Kentucky River — a National Historic Landmark, a working distillery, and home to an arboretum that welcomes visitors from around the world. Our grounds aren't just landscaping; they're part of the guest experience at one of the most-awarded distilleries on earth, with seven Distillery of the Year titles and 150+ awards for our premium whiskies.

Job Description/Responsibilities

The Opportunity

We're looking for a hands-on horticultural leader to keep our grounds and arboretum in show condition every day of the year. As Homeplace Horticultural Supervisor, you'll lead a versatile grounds team, own seasonal planning and the daily work order system, and play a direct role in our pursuit of botanical garden accreditation. If you take pride in a landscape that thousands of guests photograph every week — and in developing the team that makes it happen — this is your role.

Your Day-to-Day

• Lead, train, and inspect the work of the grounds team, holding horticultural practices to the highest standard
• Safeguard the health of the Buffalo Trace plant collection and keep the plant records database and labeling current
• Plan and execute seasonal color and landscape enhancements
• Support garden and arboretum tours, public educational programs, and accreditation requirements
• Partner with the Homeplace Planner/Coordinator and management on scheduling, SOP development, and contractor management
• Pitch in on the Homeplace team's full range of work — event and holiday setup, building maintenance, and more
• Keep safety front and center in every project

Salary range - $68,754 - $85,942

*Placement within the salary range is calculated based upon years of directly relatable experience for the position

Qualifications/Requirements

What You Bring

• Associate degree or higher in horticulture from an accredited institution
• 5+ years supervising or managing in the horticultural field
• Deep plant knowledge across species, ornamental horticulture, and plant culture
• Strong training, communication, and public-speaking skills
• Experience with plant collections database software
• Sharp attention to detail and a drive for results

Working Conditions

• Lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted; work outdoors in all weather
• 8-hour shifts on-site, with overtime as needed

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