Commercial Sales Rep/Outside Sales
Sterling, VA, United States
Since 2004, Virginia Green has built the largest locally owned and award-winning lawn care company in Virginia with 6 branches, 300+ associates and growing. We provide the very best lawn care services, including lawn fertilization, weed control applications, tree and shrub care, aeration and seeding and more. If you have a passion for shaping the strategy for the business and want to be a part of a winning team, then look no further! We offer a collaborative team environment, competitive
Position Summary
The Commercial Sales Representative is primarily responsible for developing a consistent flow of new commercial business and nurturing and growing our existing customers. Executing sales and maintaining a high customer retention rate are critical to the success of this position as well as upholding our high standard of excellent customer service.
Primary Responsibilities
Consistently achieve and exceed individual sales goals and sales activity metrics
Prepare and deliver sales presentations to prospective new clients
Complete consistently scheduled phone blocks and cold call prospecting activities to establish initial and follow-up appointments with decision-makers
Complete required Master Service Agreements, CRM entries, reports and other paperwork in a timely manner and in accordance with Company policy
Provide forecasting and budgeting as required by management on an on-going basis
Ensure you are on track to targeted revenues with regards to Branch goals and needs
Proactively prospect for new business opportunities, up-sell to existing customers, and help sub-contractors sell our services
Plan/conduct/support marketing activities to agreed budgets and integrate personal sales efforts with other organized marketing activities, product launches, promotions, advertising and tradeshows
Increase market share in established markets and new markets
Develop strong relationships with both customers, sub-contractors, and in house production teams
Identifies and communicates with production any specific customer preferences or requests for service and immediately works to provide solutions to any customer complaints
Performs other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications / Attributes
Self-disciplined with ability to work independently
Strong closing techniques with customer-centered approach
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Plan effectively while being flexible to change
2+ years in customer service
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Basic knowledge of lawn care industry
Proficient with Microsoft office and Adobe
Education and Experience
Minimum of High School diploma or equivalent, some college preferred
Commitment to regular technical training and use of outside resources in computer/marketing/and customer service
Minimum Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Must be able to travel regularly
*Virginia Green is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or other legally protected status.
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