What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sales Representative position at Fast Growing Trees?
We are seeking an Inside Sales Agent who can have fun while building relationships with our customers. FGT Inside Sales Agents maintain a positive, empathetic, fun, and professional attitude toward customers at all times. Agents are eager and hungry for the sale, working with customers to plan and execute their planting projects.
This is a temporary, remote-based position (Winter into Summer 2025).
Responsibilities
Inside Sales Agents will help our Sales and Customer Service teams meet sales goals and provide top-tier customer support through the following:
- Connect with customers via phone, email, and online chat to guide them in selecting the ideal trees, plants, and garden supplies for their projects.
- Support customers throughout the sales process, with a focus on closing sales by delivering personalized and engaging recommendations to set each customer up for success.
- Proactively assist customers with past orders, troubleshoot plant-related issues, and offer expert care advice with empathy and understanding.
- Collaborate with Senior Plant Experts to ensure success for each customer.
- Develop and build world-class relationships with existing and new customers.
- Proactively follow up with customers to ensure confidence and success with their growing project.
- Utilize internal systems to assist customers in the best way possible to ensure world-class customer experiences.
- Assist customers through each step of the sales process, helping them resolve concerns and questions along the way.
- Generate sales leads and follow up with leads to close sales.
Competencies and qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent (Required)
- Based in SC, NC, TX, TN, GA, PA, FL, VA, UT (Required)
- A laptop or desktop computer (Required)
- A second monitor (Preferred)
- High-speed internet - upload speed: 10 mbps; download speed: 30 mbps. You can test your internet’s speed at https://www.speedtest.net/or through another online service (Required)
- Proficiency in computer software systems inc. Microsoft Office and Google Suite
- Able to work in a fast-paced work environment
- 1-2 years of experience with inside sales (preferred)
Not sure if you meet 100% of our qualifications? If you think you could excel in the role, we encourage you to apply.
Fast Growing Trees, LLC values diversity and the skills, knowledge and experience that difference brings to our culture. We are an equal opportunity employer and never discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the location where we operate.
Compensation and other details
Compensation for this position is set at $15.00 per hour, with opportunities for additional commission pay.
Successful candidates must provide their own equipment to perform their role effectively. This includes a laptop or desktop computer, an additional monitor, and a headset. A quiet, distraction-free workspace is essential to maintain productivity and focus. Employees may also choose to use a separate mouse and keyboard if working on a laptop.
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Pay: $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid training
Shift:
- 8 hour shift
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus opportunities
- Commission pay
Work Location: Remote
Job Type: Temporary
Pay: $15.00 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 40 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Work from home
Shift:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Night shift
Supplemental Pay:
- Commission pay
- Performance bonus
Location:
- Texas (Required)
Work Location: Remote
Salary : $15