Responsible for generating new business through inside and outside sales techniques, maintaining existing customer relationships, and promoting lawn care services to commercial clients.
Education:
- High school diploma or GED; Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or related field preferred.
Experience:
- Minimum 4 years of sales experience required; minimum 2 year of that green industry experience preferred
Skills:
- Ability to build rapport and establish trust with customers.
- Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficient with agronomic terminology and a strong ability to explain to customers effectively.
- Ability to learn new systems and processes
- Basic knowledge of CRM software, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), and data management tools.
- Goal-oriented with the ability to meet or exceed sales targets.
- Strong turf and agronomic knowledge and product knowledge
- Proficient in managing communications through phone systems, email, and chat platforms.
- Proficient using technology including mobile devices.