District Sales Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Maryland, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Accountable for achieving sales in accordance with established sales and marketing strategies.

• Tasked with executing and monitoring authorized sales and marketing initiatives and processes.

• Meet objectives related to new accounts and distribution as designated.

• Explore the market to gather insights and adapt to the evolving landscape to ensure Sun Gro's optimal positioning.

• Keep CRM data updated by accurately recording all sales activities and account notes in a timely manner.

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of your territory, including competitors, potential clients, distributors, and other relevant business factors.

• Communicate with your supervisor(s) regarding any elements or activities that may impact your territory directly or indirectly, as well as with various departments within the company.

• Engage in regional meetings to strategize and evaluate business operations.

• Effectively address all customer inquiries, issues, or unique situations related to the performance of our products.

• Ensure the upkeep of Company equipment to maintain safety and a professional appearance at all times.

• Manage assigned territory expense budgets effectively.

• Submit sales and expense reports promptly as required to meet monthly deadlines.

⛳️ Requirements

• Preferred education in horticulture or relevant experience.

• A strong enthusiasm for horticulture with experience in lawn/garden retail or plant nurseries.

• Horticulture/Ag Certification is advantageous (State/County courses or continuing education).

• Experience in greenhouse/nursery production is a plus.

• Familiarity with Independent Garden Centers or horticulture departments in hardware stores is beneficial.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health Insurance (including telemedicine, virtual health, FSA, HCSA & additional benefits).

• Dental Insurance.

• Vision Insurance.

• Life Insurance.

• Health Spending Account.

• Employee Support and Mental Wellness services.

• Short-term disability coverage.

• 401k Matching.

• Paid vacation.

• Floating days off.

• Employee Assistance Program.

• Employee Engagement Events.

• Awards and Recognition programs.

• Tuition Reimbursement.

• Service Awards.

• Employee Perks & Discounts.