Sales Rep- Wholesale Nursery

Sales Rep- Wholesale Nursery 3.7 3.7 out of 5 stars Gertens is looking for a customer-focused, results-driven Sales Rep with a strong background in horticulture and landscape materials to join our growing team. This role is responsible for supporting contractors accounts and walk-in customers, managing sales transactions, coordinating orders, and providing excellent service in our showroom and office environment. The ideal candidate has a passion for plants, a foundation in landscape design or maintenance, and the confidence to drive sales and build strong client relationships. Candidates must to be able to commit to M-F 7:00am-4:30pm and Saturdays 7am-12:00pm (April-July) Join Gertens, the Midwest's top nursery and greenhouse team, and be part of a company that sets the standard in the industry! Key Responsibilities Deliver excellent customer service to contractors and clients, answering inquiries and guiding product selection Process sales transactions, prepare sales orders, and complete data entry and paperwork in a timely manner Coordinate outbound orders with operations, dispatch, and customers Maintain showroom displays and stock inventory Meet and exceed sales targets in designated product categories Understand and communicate product knowledge, market trends, and customer demand Investigate and resolve customer concerns related to deliveries, returns, or credits Support marketing initiatives and help develop strategies to increase business Build and maintain professional relationships with current and potential customers Collaborate with internal departments and leadership to ensure a seamless customer experience Provide coaching and support to team members to enhance sales performance Attend required company and department meetings Other duties as assigned Qualifications & Skills 2+ years of sales or field experience preferred Candidates must be 18 years of age Customer service experience highly desired Associate degree in Horticulture, Landscape or related field preferred Knowledge of nursery plant material, including plant ID, plant health, disease identification, and site-specific selection Foundation in landscape maintenance and/or design knowledge Strong sales, negotiation, and communication skills (written, verbal, phone, in-person) Self-motivated, confident, and goal-oriented Strong organizational and time management skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel Bilingual in Spanish & MNLA Certification is a plus Ability to estimate and sell enhancement projects on existing accounts Physical Requirements Regularly required to stand, walk, talk, and hear Frequently use hands and arms to handle, reach, or operate tools Occasionally required to sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or climb Must be able to frequently lift up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds Must have color vision and the ability to adjust focus

Why You'll Love It:

Some of our benefits may include: Competitive Wages Day, Evening, and Weekend Schedules Tuition Assistance for eligible employees Scholarship Opportunities ️ Employee Discounts Health and Welfare Insurances 401K Savings with company match Employee Referral Bonus Internship Program Come grow with us this summer! If you're ready to dig in and make a difference, we'd love to hear from you! •

E-Verify:

• Gertens participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program in all facilities located in the United States. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Gertens Family of Businesses is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer