What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inside Sales Representative position at Griffin Greenhouse Supplies Inc?
Join the Griffin Team: Inside Sales Representative Opportunity
Are you passionate about horticulture and sales? Do you have the drive to build strong customer relationships while growing your career? Join our dynamic team at Griffin as an Inside Sales Representative, where youll have the opportunity to make an impact in the horticultural industry and earn competitive rewards!
Why Work for Us?
At Griffin, we support your growth with a competitive compensation plan that includes base salary and commission. Whether working from home or one of our offices, you'll be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and career development while working with exciting horticultural products in a growing industry.
What Youll Do:
- Build and nurture strong relationships with both existing and potential customers via phone, email, and virtual meetings.
- Prospect for new business opportunities and grow your customer base in your assigned region.
- Provide expert product knowledge and exceptional customer service to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Meet or exceed sales targets, contributing to the success of the company.
- Generate quotes, process orders, and manage customer inquiries with precision.
- Ensure timely and accurate delivery of products, meeting customer expectations.
- Collaborate with collections teams to monitor customer accounts and maintain responsible sales practices.
- Participate in team meetings and maintain confidentiality of all company communications.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required; a Bachelors degree in Business, Horticulture, Agriculture, or a related field is preferred.
- Minimum of 2 years of sales experience, preferably in the horticultural or agricultural industry.
- Proven ability to meet or exceed sales goals.
- Familiarity with horticultural products and market trends.
- Strong communication, negotiation, and closing skills.
- Comfortable using CRM software and other computer systems.
- Ability to manage multiple customer accounts and sales tasks simultaneously.
- Self-motivated with a passion for achieving personal and team success.
What We Offer
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage starting on the first day after 30 days of employment
- Company-paid short-term and long-term disability, as well as life insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO) including floating holidays, sick/personal days, and vacation time
- 401(k) plan with a 25% company match up to 6%
- Summer hours for enhanced work-life balance
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Christmas holiday bonus
- Wellness incentives based on participation
OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU
At Griffin, we are committed to fair and equal treatment of all employees and future applicants. We believe that diversity fosters innovation and collaboration, making us a stronger organization. We hold ourselves accountable for maintaining a workplace free from discrimination and expect our employees to treat one another with respect. Together, we work towards a workplace where every voice is valued, every perspective is embraced, and every opportunity is accessible.
Our commitment extends to all aspects of employment, from recruitment to advancement, ensuring a fair and equitable environment for all team members. We recruit, hire, promote, transfer, and provide opportunities for advancement on the basis of individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, status as a covered veteran or any other protected classification under law.
Griffin is EOE, ADA and E-Verify compliant.
The salary for this role will be determined based on various factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. The salary range for this position is between $50,000 and $60,000, plus commission and may be adjusted in the future. In addition, this position is eligible for comprehensive benefits, including health, disability, life, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
