Inside/Outside Sales

Kane County Landscape Materials and Supply; Elburn (IL); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Kane County Landscape Materials and Supply is hiring an Inside/Outside Sales representative for a full-time hybrid role based in Elburn, IL. You will assist walk-in and call-in customers, identify landscaping needs, and recommend materials and solutions.

Responsibilities include generating quotes, processing orders, managing existing accounts, and following up on leads to drive sales growth. Occasional site visits, product training, and close collaboration with warehouse and operations ensure

Qualifications

• Customer service and account management experience.
• Sales and field service experience.
• Ability to train others on product features.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic knowledge of landscaping materials or willingness to learn.
• Hybrid work environment experience.
• Proficiency with POS systems and order entry.
• Retail, construction supply, or landscaping sales experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Generate quotes and process orders.
• Manage existing accounts and follow up on leads.
• Visit customer sites as needed.
• Provide product training and guidance.
• Coordinate deliveries with warehouse and operations.
• Maintain product knowledge and inventory awareness.

Skills

Customer service

Account management

Sales

Field service

Training

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Product knowledge

Time management

Hybrid work

POS systems

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Company Description Kane County Landscape Materials and Supply is a comprehensive provider of landscaping products and solutions serving both contractors and homeowners. The company offers a wide range of materials and expert guidance to support projects from large-scale installations to residential outdoor improvements. Team members help customers select the right products and services to enhance their outdoor living spaces. Kane County is known for its customer-focused culture and friendly atmosphere, inviting visitors to experience the “Pink Pig Way.”

Role Description The Inside/Outside Sales role is a full-time hybrid position based in Elburn, IL. This role involves assisting walk-in and call-in customers, identifying their landscaping needs, and recommending suitable materials and solutions. Daily responsibilities include generating quotes, processing orders, managing existing accounts, and following up on leads to drive sales growth. The role also involves visiting customer sites when needed, providing product training and guidance, and ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction. Collaboration with warehouse and operations staff to coordinate deliveries, maintain product knowledge, and support inventory awareness is expected.

Qualifications

• Customer Service and Account Management skills to build relationships, support repeat business, and resolve issues effectively.
• Sales and Field Service experience to engage customers both in-store and on-site, identify opportunities, and close deals.
• Training capabilities to explain product features, usage, and best practices to customers and team members.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with contractors and homeowners in a professional manner.
• Basic knowledge of landscaping materials or willingness to learn quickly and maintain up-to-date product expertise.
• Ability to work in a hybrid environment, manage time effectively, and stay organized across inside and outside sales activities.
• Proficiency with point-of-sale systems, order entry, and basic computer applications (e.g., email, spreadsheets).
• Previous experience in retail, construction supply, or landscaping sales is preferred but not required.