What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wholesale Salesperson position at Weston Nurseries?
Weston Nurseries, a leading garden center and wholesaler of plant materials and gardening products, is excited to announce an opening for a Wholesale Salesperson to join our team. This is an exceptional opportunity to work with a group of passionate and dedicated individuals who love what they do. The ideal candidate will have experience in the Horticulture industry or Nursery sales background and enjoy collaborating with employees and customers alike. If you have a strong background in sales and a love for plants and gardening, we want to hear from you!
The Wholesale Salesperson is responsible for helping our wholesale customers become more successful through creating a great experience every time they interact with us. The work involves prospecting new wholesale sales accounts and further developing relationships with existing accounts by demonstrating product expertise and selling skills aimed at helping customers choose the best plant materials and landscape supply products to meet their client’s needs. This position works with a team of dedicated professionals who all do their parts to create a positive customer experience that will support this position’s efforts.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Manage list of market share accounts through timely and accurately responding to their needs daily.
- Prospect new business according to direction of the Wholesale Sales Director so that we can meet growth-oriented goals
- Meet with customer onsite to help them make best decisions and locate plants and products they need to complete their projects
- Meet with customer offsite as needed to offer additional help that best meets the needs and challenges of their projects
- Work closely with buyers and become familiar with our vendor’s supply lists to accurately service customer needs in a timely manner
- Be a strong team player and work within the systems of our company to fulfill orders seamlessly and on time
- Support other members of the team by assisting with stocking and maintenance tasks around the yard as needed and as directed by management.
- Constantly challenge yourself to learn more about the products we carry and the features and benefits they offer to our customers. Participate with training sessions we offer and those from outside our company to constantly be learning more
- Keep personal workspace and commercial sales office clean, organized and presentable at all times
Requirements/Personal:
- Horticulture industry or Nursery sales background
- General Horticulture knowledge, MCH or MCLP certification a plus
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
- Telephone prospecting and networking skills
- Ability to handle sales objectives and close the sale
- Respect for other people and support for company’s systems and procedures they rely on
- Negotiation and problem-solving skills
- Patience and the ability to adapt to change
Additional Information
- Job Title: Wholesale Salesperson
- Work Environment: Inside and Outside in all types of weather Must be willing to work at least one weekend day and some holidays.
- Reporting Structure: Reports to Wholesale Manager
- Pay Range: $20-$25 per hour commission BOE
- Location: Hopkinton
- Employment Type: Full-time
- Equal Opportunity Statement: We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Compensation Package:
- Commission pay
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Commute:
- Hopkinton, MA 01748 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Hopkinton, MA 01748: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $25