Sales Developer - Horticulture

World Agriculture & Opportunities; North East; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the agricultural sector is seeking a Sales Developer for horticulture, focusing on customer growth and account development across Northern England and Scotland. The role requires excellent interpersonal skills and a strong grasp of fertiliser practices, alongside a valid UK driving licence. This opportunity offers a competitive salary and bonuses with travel essential for customer engagement.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of horticultural or agricultural fertiliser practices.
• Experience in a sales environment, preferably selling fertilisers or related products.
• Valid UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Develop existing customer accounts and secure new sales accounts.
• Provide technical advice on fertiliser and plant nutrition products.
• Manage the company's social media presence.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Self-Motivation

Education

FACTS Qualification

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Northern England and Scotland Full-Time

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Job Description

New Job Opportunity - Sales Developer - Horticulture

Home based with travel to customers - covering Northern England and Scotland

£45,000 - £50,000 Basic Salary + Car or Car Allowance + Bonus

The Job Role

Our client is looking for a motivated Sales Developer 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.

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.

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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.

For further information or to apply, please send a copy of your CV to [e-mail] or 07542 225858

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07542 225858 [e-mail]