Position Summary

A sales representative for Advanced Turf Solutions and Atlantic Golf and Turf will sell industry-related products or services to customers, including golf courses, lawn care companies, and individual consumers.  The role requires a high level of knowledge of the turf industry, excellent communication skills, and the ability to build and maintain client relationships.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a customer base
• Create and implement sales strategies to meet targets and increase revenue.
• Attend trade shows, tournaments, and events to network and promote products.
• Build long-term relationships with existing clients, including golf course owners, superintendents, general managers, pro shops, and corporate accounts.
• Provide product recommendations based on client needs and preferences.
• Offer post-sales support, such as helping customers with product issues or questions.
• Stay current with the latest trends in the golf industry, including new equipment, products, and technology.
• Demonstrate and educate customers on how products work
• Meet or exceed sales quotas and targets.
• Track and report sales activity, customer feedback, and market trends.
• Forecast sales trends and identify new market opportunities.
• Analyze market conditions, customer behavior, and competitors.
• Adjust strategies based on feedback and evolving industry trends.
• Address customer complaints and resolve issues promptly to maintain customer satisfaction.
• Process orders and ensure the timely delivery of products.
• Plays an integral role in new business pitches and holds responsibility for effectively onboarding new clients.
• Responsible for the development and achievement of sales through the direct sales channel.
• Focusing on growing and developing existing clients, together with generating new business.
• Write business plans for all current and potential businesses.
• You will be the key interface between the customer and all relevant internal employees.
• Understand customer demands and how to meet these demands while generating revenue for the company.
• Ability to work together with all levels of a company

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Working Conditions

• Highly self-motivated
• Strong account management and relationship-building skills
• Time efficiency regarding communication with both clients and the internal team
• Ability to work out sales deals that will accomplish budgeted margins and correspond to the company’s sales policies
• Proficient in both Microsoft Office and Google Apps

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of  turf industry experience
• 1-3 years of sales experience in the turf industry
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, Turf Management or an equivalent field

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance– employer paid
• Short Term and Long Term Disability
• 401K with a match
• Paid Time Off
• Company Vehicle
• Company Cell Phone and Laptop

Exemption Status:  Exempt/Salary

To learn more about the Advanced Turf Solutions and Atlantic Golf and Turf partnership, please click the link:  https://www.advancedturf.com/resources/advanced-turf-solutions-to-acquire-assets-of-atlantic-golf-and-turf/

Please email Emily Maharg, emaharg@advancedturf.com, to get more information or to submit your resume.