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Great Lakes Landscape Design

Sales Associate

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Sales Associates are critically important to our growth and success. Our vision is to be the premier and sought-after employer known for providing high-quality service, to be profitable in all we do, and to have a healthy culture rich in safety, mutually beneficial relationships, and continuous improvement. As a Sales Associate, you will create, maintain and expand relationships with current customers, be responsible for achieving contract renewals, meeting sales quotas, and identifying enhancement opportunities. Upholding our core values as a brand ambassador when attending network events while establishing, building, and managing customer and network partnerships.

KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES.

Sales Quotas

  • Meet or exceed quarterly and annual sales targets established by each division.
  • Responsible for generating sales in snow removal, lawn maintenance, and landscape design/build services.
  • Prepare and deliver accurate contract proposals, bids, and agreements aligned with client needs and budgets.
  • Create material takeoffs based on design plans to support proposal development.
  • Present and pitch landscape services to prospective clients, highlighting tailored solutions and unique service offerings.

Client-Facing Expectations / Account Management

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for both residential and commercial clients across design-build and bid-based projects.
  • Develop and maintain long-term relationships with clients to understand and respond to their evolving needs.
  • Conduct regular site visits to monitor project progress, gather feedback, and identify opportunities for enhancements or additional services.
  • Proactively manage a portfolio of client properties by identifying concerns, recommending improvements, and ensuring ongoing satisfaction.
  • Ensure exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries, resolving issues promptly, and building client trust.

Communication

  • Follow up consistently with leads and clients to ensure alignment, clarity, and responsiveness.
  • Schedule and conduct site walk-throughs, delivering quarterly property analyses and updates to clients.
  • Collaborate with internal team members and departments to align efforts and maintain project momentum.
  • Attend weekly sales meetings to coordinate strategy and share updates on active accounts and prospects.

Lead Generation

  • Actively prospect for new clients through cold calling, cold emailing, and networking.
  • Represent the company at trade shows, community events, and marketing activities to generate leads.
  • Engage in discovery conversations with prospects both in-person and over the phone to qualify and nurture opportunities.
  • Build and maintain rapport with prospective clients to keep communication lines open for future sales.
  • Identify upsell opportunities by meeting regularly with customers and understanding their evolving needs.
  • Review and act on the Accounts Receivable (A/R) report as needed to maintain strong client relationships.
  • Assist office staff with site mapping, location details, and other logistical documentation.
  • Track and manage lead interactions and client data accurately using the company’s CRM.
  • Stay informed on industry trends and market opportunities to adjust strategies and offerings.
  • Partner with production managers to address customer questions, concerns, and follow-ups.

Snow Removal Account Management

  • Oversee all client relationships tied to winter snow removal services.
  • Manage assigned house accounts based on geographic regions set by the Sales Manager.
  • Conduct site visits for pre-season assessments and post-storm touch-ups when necessary.
  • Document all site visits and conditions thoroughly for internal debriefs and handoffs to the production team.
  • Maintain detailed records of each property’s existing conditions to ensure accurate service delivery.



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