Nursery Sales Rep Birmingham, AL

This role promotes and sells company products to existing accounts through direct customer contacts within assigned geographicregion. Provides customers with price quotations and informationregardingdelivery and customers anddevelopsnew accounts. Compiles information on competitors products and sales practices. Independently plans and organizes work schedules sales calls andsubmitsreports of sales activities.

• Partner directly with customers to identify product solutions and agronomic opportunities.
• Manage and grow customer accounts across multiple market segments.
• Collaborate with Operations team to support forecasting and inventory management.
• Ensure compliance with all corporate policies and directives including training expense management and fleet vehicle guidelines.
• Support state and county bid processes.
• Maintain accurate Restricted Use Pesticide (RUP)reporting in accordance with state regulations
• Work collaboratively with other sales representatives to share market insights and customer intelligence.
• Coordinate with credit department and location administration to ensure timely customer payments and account health.

Disclaimer - The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Associates degree(A.A. or equivalent) preferably an Agronomy based degree (Turf Management Horticulture Soil Science or Plant Pathology). Combination of education and/or experience will be considered for this position

• 3 years related experience and/or trainingin Specialty Ag sales or service or as a Golf Course Assistant or Superintendent or production nursery work
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Proven ability to build and maintain professional relationships
• Highly organized with a strong attention to detail
• Dependable with a consistent record of timeliness
• Ability to take directions and work cooperatively

• Valid Drivers License
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50lbs
• Must be willing and able to work Ag industry hours as needs dictate which may include long days weekends holidays
• State certifications as necessary
  • OR/WA Research & Development Certificate
  • CA PCS License