Crop Fertility Services · 3 hours ago

Horticultural Sales Manager

Minnesota, United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid Level

$75K/yr - $100K/yr

3+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Set and achieve realistic sales targets, developing strategic plans to engage efficiently and effectively across diverse markets.

Cultivate new customer relationships by establishing strong connections within the industry and promoting our products.

Demonstrate excellent communication skills—verbal, written, and presentation—ensuring clear and impactful delivery.

Build lasting relationships with customers and industry stakeholders to ensure repeat business and long-term partnerships.

Maintain regular communication with customers to ensure their expectations are exceeded.

Approach challenges with resilience, using problem-solving skills to navigate and resolve obstacles effectively.

Identify market opportunities for different products, staying informed about industry trends to anticipate and adapt to changing needs.

Commit to continuous learning by engaging with industry-related books, podcasts, and attending relevant conferences.

Collaborate effectively with internal teams (Operations and Logistics) to ensure timely order fulfillment and optimal customer satisfaction.

Remain highly motivated and self-driven while maintaining excellent organizational skills and accurate account management.

Conduct customer interviews to understand preferences, needs, and requirements to tailor solutions.

Utilize CRM software (Pipedrive) to track customer information, sales activity, and order history.

Stay informed about billing and collection processes, proactively resolving any collection issues when necessary.

Qualification

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Horticultural sales experienceSales strategy developmentCustomer relationship managementFertilizersPest managementSoil typesMicrosoft Office proficiencyGoogle Suite proficiencyDegree in HorticultureDegree in Landscape MaintenanceDegree in FloricultureDegree in ForestryDegree in PlantSoil ScienceDegree in Turf GrassDegree in Landscape ArchitectureCRM software (Pipedrive)

Required

A minimum of 3 years of prior experience in horticultural sales.

Possess a valid driver’s license and be insurable on the company’s insurance policy.

Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, or similar software.

Demonstrated sales, negotiation, and leadership skills.

Must be willing and able to travel throughout the US.

Must be willing to take personal responsibility and uphold our company’s values.

Preferred

Prefer 5-10 years of applicable experience.

Prefer bachelor’s degree in Horticulture, Landscape Maintenance, Floriculture, Forestry, Plant and Soil Science, Turf Grass, or Landscape Architecture OR extensive experience in these or a related industry.