Job ID: 503242
Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is the leading provider of outdoor living solutions in North America with an award-winning portfolio that enables customers to Live Well Outside. Inspiring endless possibilities with enduring performance, its collection of premier building products create inviting outdoor spaces where people connect, reflect and recharge. The manufacturer's signature brands include Belgard® and Echelon® hardscape and masonry materials; Barrette Outdoor Living® and MoistureShield® fencing, decking and railing; Sakrete® and Amerimix® packaged concrete and mortar; Techniseal® sands, jointing technologies and surface protectors; PebbleTec® pool finishes; plus popular brands of landscape and gardening materials.
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Job Summary
Oldcastle Lawn & Garden is actively seeking a Territory Sales Manager that will cover the Philidelphia & PA markets along with New Jersey and some of the surrounding areas. This individual will be instrumental in growing a territory consisting of Independent retailers, i.e. Lumber Yards, Hardware, Farm Stores, and Garden Centers selling our bagged mulches, soils and decorative stone products. We are looking for a smart/strategic sales professional that will be able to grow and learn with the role.
Job Responsibilities
- Provide exceptional sales and support to a customer base that includes independent garden centers, commercial nurseries, regional chains, bulk yards and specialty retail locations
- Sell to, educate and advise retail buyers and other decision makers
- Partner with regional personnel to enhance customer experience through sales and operations excellence
- Collaborate with Sales, Operation and Finance leadership on sales forecasting
- Leverage CRM to improve customer retention and prospect close rates
- Grow the business profitably
- Represent the business at various trade events
- Provide merchandising and in-store support as needed
Job Requirements
- 3+ years of sales experience
- Experience with DIY / Hardware / Home Improvement / Building Materials is preferred
- Valid driver's license, insurance and reliable transportation
- Excellent communication skills
- Fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English - Spanish is a plus
- Strong sales skills, confidence, and comfort with direct customer interaction
- Demonstrated negotiating skills and financial acumen
- Self-starter; Demonstrated success in a remote, autonomous sales role
- Demonstrated working knowledge of the Microsoft Office components Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; CRM / Salesforce.com a plus
- Ability and willingness to travel within assigned sales geography
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends as required
- High levels of Energy, Enthusiasm, and Optimism
What CRH Offers You
- Highly competitive base pay
- Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
- Group retirement savings program
- Health and wellness programs
- A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
About CRH
CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.
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Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
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