Horticultural Sales Manager - Fertiliser

Menter a Busnes; England; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A fertiliser manufacturing company is seeking a Sales Developer for Horticulture. The role requires developing customer accounts, identifying new business opportunities, and offering expert advice on fertiliser products. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of horticultural practices, sales experience, and excellent communication skills. The position is home-based with travel required across Northern England and Scotland, offering a salary of £45,000 - £55,000 plus benefits.

Benefits

Car or car allowance

Bonus

Qualifications

• Knowledge of horticultural or agricultural fertiliser practices.
• Experience in the sales environment, preferably selling fertilisers.
• Self-motivated and proactive individual.
• Valid UK driving licence and willing to travel.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage customer accounts in the horticultural sector.
• Identify new business opportunities and provide product advice.
• Manage social media presence related to products.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Sales experience

Knowledge of horticultural fertilisers

Communication skills

Education

FACTS qualification or willingness to study

Job description

Sales Developer - Horticulture
Vacancy Ref: 46829 AB

*This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.*

Are you an experienced Horticultural sales professional?

Do you have knowledge of fertilisers in the agricultural and horticultural industries?

Have you got your FACTS qualification or are you open to studying towards this?

The Company:
An established fertiliser manufacturing business.

The Job Role:
Our client is looking for a motivated Horticultural Sales Manager to grow and support their customer base, with a strong emphasis on the horticultural sector. The role involves developing existing accounts, proactively identifying new business opportunities, and offering expert advice on fertiliser and plant nutrition products.

Location: Home based role with travel to customers when required. This role will be covering Northern England and Scotland

Salary Package: £45,000 - £55,000 basic salary depending on experience + Car or Car Allowance + Bonus

Key Responsibilities:
Utilise excellent interpersonal skills to maintain and develop existing customer accounts. Proactively seek and secure new sales accounts, with a primary focus on the horticultural sector.
Provide technical fertiliser and plant nutrition product advice and continue to develop technical knowledge and awareness.
Manage the company's social media presence.
Communicate effectively with other staff to fulfil customers' expectations and provide a high level of customer service.
Report to the Sales Manager.

Candidate Requirements:
Knowledge of horticultural or agricultural fertiliser practices, alongside an interest in the amenity sector.
Experience in the sales environment, preferably selling fertilisers or related products, would be an advantage.
Self-motivated and proactive.
Hold FACTS qualification or be willing to study towards the qualification.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships with customers.
Have a valid UK driving licence and be willing to undertake domestic travel.

Industry Keywords:
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