Landscape Designer & Sales Associate

Air Comfort, Inc; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Landscape Designer and Sales Associate to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will engage with clients to bring their landscape visions to life through innovative design and expert project management. Your responsibilities will include developing landscape plans, estimating project costs, and ensuring client satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle. This position offers a unique opportunity to blend creativity with sales, allowing you to showcase your design skills while building lasting relationships with clients. If you are ready to make a significant impact in the landscape design industry, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

401(k)

401(k) matching

Company car

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Fuel card

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Profit Sharing

Bonus Potential

Uncapped Commission

Qualifications

• Minimum three years' experience in landscape design and sales is required.
• Proficient in CAD and MS Office for design and productivity.

Responsibilities

• Meet with clients to discuss ideas, design concepts, and budget.
• Estimate project costs and develop final proposals.
• Coordinate with team members and vendors for project execution.

Skills

Landscape Design

Sales

Project Management

Quoting and Pricing

Blueprint Reading

Plant Identification

Computer Skills (CAD)

MS Office Proficiency

Organizational Skills

Customer Relationship Management

Education

BS degree in related field

Tools

Computer-Aided Design Software (CAD)

MS Office

Job description

Job Description:

The Landscape Designer and Sales Associate will report directly to the Landscape Installation Department Manager or CEO and will be responsible for Landscape Design, Sales, Project Management, Quoting, Pricing, Order Entry, Vendor & Customer Relationships.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Company car
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Fuel card
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Life Insurance
• Profit Sharing
• Bonus Potential
• Uncapped Commission

Qualifications:

• BS degree in related field.
• Minimum of three years' experience in landscape design and sales.

License:

• Valid Driver's License

Experience:

• Minimum three years' experience in landscape design, project management, construction, sales, and estimating.
• Knowledgeable in all aspects of landscape design, sales, and construction with a horticultural background is preferred.
• Knowledge of design styles and current design trends.
• Blueprint reading.
• Plant identification.
• Proper planting techniques.
• Construction materials.
• Proper construction techniques.
• Plant and turf diagnosis, etc.
• Computer skills including computer-aided design software (CAD) or other design software is preferred.
• Proficient in MS Office software programs in addition to being technologically competent in the newest technologies to aid design and productivity.
• Ability to promote ideas and accept responsibility.
• Highly developed organizational, sales, design, and management skills are necessary.

Primary Responsibilities:

The Landscape Designer & Sales Associate's primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to, meeting with clients to discuss ideas, design concepts, and budget, developing and drawing landscape plans, and selling service contracts. This person's other primary responsibilities include estimating the cost of projects, developing final proposals, and making sales presentations to the client and selling the project. Handling client questions, complaints, service calls, etc., in a friendly, courteous, and professional manner. Visiting the construction site to see that projects are progressing satisfactorily according to plan and specifications. Meeting with the Landscape Installation Production Manager for daily progress reports, to discuss and solve problems, and coordinate a team effort. Following up with clients throughout the project and at completion to discuss care and maintenance of new landscape. Responsible for working with clients, fellow team members, subcontractors, and vendors in a professional, friendly, and courteous manner.