Landscape Account Manager: Client Relations & Growth

Apex Landscaping; Hawthorn Woods (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Landscaping is seeking a Client Representative-Account Manager to support sales goals and maintain strong client relations across assigned accounts. The role requires professional sales techniques and exceptional customer service to grow account base and secure repeat business.

You will work under the VP of Sales in a fast-paced environment, coordinating with design and construction teams to develop customized proposals, schedule site visits, and ensure timely completion of projects from

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 3–5 years in sales/account management required.
• Landscaping industry experience preferred.
• Must be able to communicate in English; bilingual Spanish a plus.
• Pre-employment drug test required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and meet insurance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develops maximum sales potential in assigned territory using competitive techniques and knowledge of products and competitors.
• Builds and maintains quality relations with existing accounts and increases base and sales volume.
• Contacts customers via telephone, correspondence, or in person; travels to meet goals.
• Creates customized proposals to meet client requirements and finalizes sales.
• Reviews projects with supervisors and coordinators; attends meetings and maintains schedules.
• Inspects sites, discusses budget, objectives, and designs; defines client objectives.
• Follows up on projects and communicates status to clients.
• Ensures timely documentation of agreements, changes, and follow-ups.
• Assists in snow removal operations during winter seasons as needed.

Skills

Excellent communication

Customer relations

Customer service

Diplomacy

Math skills

Negotiations

Professionalism

Presentation

Closing techniques

Organization/time management

Sales & growth mindset

Problem solving

Energetic self-starter

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Apex Landscaping is seeking a Client Representative-Account Manager to support sales goals and maintain strong client relations across assigned accounts. The role requires professional sales techniques and exceptional customer service to grow account base and secure repeat business.

You will work under the VP of Sales in a fast-paced environment, coordinating with design and construction teams to develop customized proposals, schedule site visits, and ensure timely completion of projects from