Outside Sales Representative-Pro Turf

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Full Time Sales Eagan, MN, US

5 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $58,000.00 To $80,000.00 Annually

Grow Your Career as an Outside Sales Representative with our Pro Turf Team!

Are you passionate about building relationships, solving customer challenges, and driving sales growth? Join our team as an Outside Sales Representative at our Pro Turf
- Eagan Location
! You'll have the opportunity to develop lasting partnerships, expand wholesale business, and make a meaningful impact on our customers' success.

If you're a motivated self-starter who enjoys meeting new people, identifying opportunities, and exceeding goals, we'd love to hear from you!

Candidates must be able to work M-F 8:00am-5:00pm with occasional evenings and weekends for trade shows & events.

Salary Range: $58,000–$80,000 annually, plus commission.

Grow with Gertens today!

• Build, maintain, and expand wholesale customer relationships while leveraging an existing book of business to drive sales growth and develop new opportunities.
• Meet or exceed assigned sales goals across wholesale product lines and identify opportunities to expand customer business.
• Conduct regular customer visits and meetings to assess needs, strengthen relationships, and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Prospect for new business and generate sales opportunities outside of your existing account portfolio.
• Collaborate with customers to develop solutions, resolve concerns, and provide timely follow-up.
• Present proposals, estimates, and enhancement opportunities to customers and management.
• Work closely with vendors, buyers, and internal teams to optimize product offerings and customer solutions.
• Process sales orders, transactions, and related paperwork accurately and efficiently.
• Support and mentor team members by sharing product knowledge and sales best practices.
• Assist with marketing initiatives, promotional materials, trade shows, and company events.
• Attend department meetings and perform additional duties that contribute to the success of the sales team.

• Associate degree in Horticulture or a related field preferred.
• 3–5 years of outside sales experience, preferably within the green industry, landscaping, hardscape, turf, erosion or horticulture.
• Strong knowledge of plant materials, turf, landscape maintenance, and design principles.
• Experience estimating, presenting, and selling enhancement projects.
• Outstanding communication, relationship-building, and customer service skills.
• Highly organized with the ability to prioritize multiple projects and respond quickly to customer needs.
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic, ambition, and sense of ownership.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to think creatively and develop customer-focused solutions.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and understand written procedures.
• Ability to regularly lift up to 50 lbs.
• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.

• Competitive wages plus the opportunity to grow your earnings through sales success.
• Flexible scheduling and a supportive team environment focused on your success.
• Health, Dental, Vision & Welfare Insurance
• Tuition assistance and scholarship opportunities to help you continue your professional development.
• Employee discounts and a 401(k) savings plan with company match to help you plan for the future.
• Employee referral bonuses and opportunities for career advancement within a growing organization.

If you're ready to build lasting customer relationships, expand business opportunities, and grow your career with a company that values teamwork, innovation, and exceptional service, we'd love to have you on your team.

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Gertens Family of Businesses is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer