Sales Representative (Horticulture)

Looking for two Sales Representatives for our Marietta location & two Sales Representatives for our Peachtree Corners location

SUMMARY 

Serve as the on-site sales representative to the branch. Assist the Branch and Outside Sales Representative in customer needs, out of stock items, or any missed sales opportunity. Responsible for maintaining delivery schedules, developing customer quotes, and follow up on all communications with customers. Manage and grow assigned accounts by increasing customer touchpoints and properly documenting customer contacts through our CRM. 

Primary Responsibilities  

• Work directly assisting the Outside Sales Representative(s) to drive sales through the branch by developing customer quotes, sourcing products aiming for best margins, and following up on all communication. 

• For assigned accounts: Meet or exceed budgeted goals and objectives. Communicate on a weekly basis via email, text, and phone. Document customer contacts through our CRM. 
• Cold calling potential customers and follow up on sales leads. 

• Branch customer service and sales 
• Build a relationship with walk-in customers to service their needs and build trust with the MNI Direct company brand. 
• Assist in selecting, loading, and billing the customers that visit the branch, and coordinating customer deliveries when needed. 
• Make sure all customer orders are flagged/tagged and secured for customer pick up or delivery. 
• Suggest inventory needs based on sales, and customer request to stock the yard. 
• Work with branch team and regional buyer to order products for customer needs 
• Coordinate with and assist the MNI Direct operations by: 
• Assist with the health and appeal of the plants in the yard. 
• Assist in making sure all items on the yard are priced and signed 
• Perform other duties as required for sales which can include small deliveries to local customers. 

Required Skills, Knowledge & Training 

EDUCATION:  

• High School diploma or secondary diploma or equivalent required. 
• Associate degree in Horticulture field preferred. 

SKILLS AND TRAINING: 

• Product knowledge at an above-average level 
• Ability to operate the customer ordering and inventory system. 
• Ability to communicate effectively with all business associates. 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google G Suite 
• Expert customer service skills 
• Ability and desire to learn plant names, characteristics, and sources.  
• Possess and maintain a valid, clean state Driver’s License. 

Physical Requirements  

• Prolonged sitting, standing, and driving. 
• Ability to repeatedly lift 20-50 lbs.  
• Ability to work a flexible schedule (M-F) 
• Ability to work in severe weather conditions, including both heat and cold. 
• Stamina to work until the job is done.