Field Sales Leader - Retail Partner Growth

The Scotts Company; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 62,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K match

Stock discount

Job summary

ScottsMiracle-Gro is seeking a Sales Manager to join the Field Sales team in the United States. You will manage an assigned territory, build relationships with major home center partners like The Home Depot and Lowe's, and expand in-store presence of Scotts brands.

You will lead a Merchandiser team, develop sales/marketing plans, manage budgets, and train staff while driving results and growth. This role requires a flexible schedule and travel within territory.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in retail, merchandising, and/or account management.
• Experience supervising and managing other employees and a budget preferred.
• Strong delegation skills.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision.
• Experience using sales forecasting tools.
• A problem-solving and service-oriented attitude.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including holidays and weekends.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to lift up to 45 lbs and work in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Manage and direct the work of Merchandisers with planning, scheduling and delegating.
• Use strategic selling tactics and key metrics to educate retail partners on opportunities.
• Develop retail sales/marketing plans and marketing tools and events.
• Develop recruiting plans, interview, and hire to build Merchandiser team while managing budget.
• Provide product training and communicate knowledge across Scotts brands.
• Assist retailers in proper merchandising and use of point-of-purchase materials.

Skills

Delegation

Independent work

Sales forecasting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forecasting tools

Job description

ScottsMiracle-Gro is seeking a Sales Manager to join the Field Sales team in the United States. You will manage an assigned territory, build relationships with major home center partners like The Home Depot and Lowe's, and expand in-store presence of Scotts brands.

You will lead a Merchandiser team, develop sales/marketing plans, manage budgets, and train staff while driving results and growth. This role requires a flexible schedule and travel within territory.