About You
You enjoy being the face of the company and know how to take a qualified lead and get it to a "Yes" without being pushy.
You understand the importance of a strong, positive first impression and a professional appearance.
You take pride in solving problems for customers and helping them create outdoor spaces they love.
You take immense pride in your ability to keep things organized and running smoothly.
Your motto is "poor communication leads to poor decisions".
You aren't afraid to tell your manager when you've made a mistake or ask questions when you don't fully understand something.
You want more variety and responsibility and enjoy a combination of working in an office and out in the field.
You enjoy fast-paced work environments and prefer to have variety in your work. You can switch modes from one task or project to another with ease.
You maintain a calm demeanor, even when emergencies arise and everyone else is panicking.
Pay: $30-35 per hour, depending on experience, with the opportunity to earn performance-based incentives.
What We Offer:
Paid time off
Health, dental, and vision insurance
IRA retirement plan with company match
Continuing education credit
Opportunities for professional development
Employee recognition programs and bonuses
Profit sharing
Fun quarterly and annual events, such as picnics, bowling, kayaking and escape rooms
About Us
For nearly 40 years, Great Outdoors has been a leading provider of high-quality residential and commercial landscaping services in Southeast Michigan. Specializing in full-service lawn care and creative outdoor living solutions, we pride ourselves on exceptional customer service and delivering comprehensive outdoor solutions. Please see our website to learn more about us:
Residential Landscape Sales Expectations
As the first contact with the client outside of the office staff, you will figure out the client's needs, help develop an accurate proposal and give them our price.
You will provide approved designs to the foremen and crew so they understand how the job was bid and what you envision as a final product.
You will build and develop genuine, lasting connections with clients, and nurture existing customer relationships.
During the estimate process, you will measure, calculate, and create project estimates and present them to clients.
You'll establish and maintain clear and professional communication with everyone you interact with, both internally and externally.
You will attend internal meetings and communicate with the office staff and owner for scheduling and sales.
Residential Landscape Sales Skills & Experience
We're flexible on the number of years of previous experience for this role. We highly favor talent and interest. Some candidates may see this list and feel discouraged because they don't match all the items. Please apply anyway: there's a good chance you're more wonderful than you think you are.
Strong communication and writing skills
Experience in the landscaping industry preferred
Experience in landscape sales is preferred
Experience in estimating is a plus
Experience as a job foreman is a plus
Experience using LMN and/or CompanyCam is a plus!
Bilingual in Spanish is a big plus!
Construction Management degree or similar experience or education is a plus!
Exceptional organizational and time management skills
Familiarity with basic software applications such as Microsoft Excel and Word
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Must have a valid driver's license and insurability, as you will be driving a company vehicle.
If you are in any of the following or similar positions, APPLY TODAY! Come join a company that is truly dedicated to making a career for you.
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