MNI D Sales Associate Peachtree

McCorkle Nurseries; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

McCorkle Nurseries is seeking an on-site Sales Associate to assist customers, process orders and develop quotes. You will support the Branch Team, Quote Team, and Business Development to drive sales by growing customer touchpoints and maintaining accurate contact records.

You will manage the sales process, verify inventory for orders, and follow up on all customer communications. A high school diploma and knowledge of horticulture are preferred, with flexibility to work M-F in Atlanta.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and basic inventory software.
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to build relationships.
• Ability to learn plant names, characteristics and sources.

Responsibilities

• Serve customers in person, by phone or online ordering.
• Own the sales process and verify inventory for orders for pickup or delivery.
• Develop customer quotes and orders and follow up on communications.
• Submit qualified quotes to the Quoting Team and monitor status with customers.

Skills

Customer service

Microsoft Office

Inventory system

Effective communication

Product knowledge

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Inventory software

Job description

SUMMARYServe as an on-site Sales Associate in a fast-paced work environment and build lifetime relationships with our customers. Assist the Branch Team, Quote Team, and Business Development to drive sales through the branch and company by developing customer quotes and orders and following up on all communication. Manage and grow customer accounts by increasing customer touchpoints, properly documenting customer contacts, and following the MNI Direct Way.Primary ResponsibilitiesServe customers with their questions and needs, either in person, via the phone or through online orderingBe a Team Player by cultivating and managing lifetime relationships with internal and external customersOwn the sales process and verify inventory for sales orders for customer pick up or deliveryBe proactive and Work until the job is done right on all customer opportunities to grow sales with current and potential customersWork with Business Development to drive sales through the branch and provide solutions to customers by developing customer quotes and orders and following up on all communication.Perform all duties in accordance with the MNI Direct company policies as they pertain to Sales and Quoting Processes.Submit all qualified quotes to the Quoting Team on a timely basis and communicate and follow up with the customers on submitted quotes.Perform other duties as required and serve as a resource for the MNI Direct team.Required Skills, Knowledge & TrainingEDUCATION:High School diploma or secondary diploma or equivalent preferred.Green industry experience or knowledge of horticulture, landscape, and/or nursery a plusSKILLS AND TRAINING:Proficient in Microsoft OfficeExpert customer service skillsAbility to operate the customer ordering and inventory system.Ability to communicate effectively with all internal and external customers.Ability and desire to learn plant names, characteristics, and sources.Possess and maintain a valid, clean state Driver’s License.Physical RequirementsProlonged sitting and standingAbility to lift 20-50 lbs.Ability to work a flexible schedule (M-F)Ability to work in all weather conditions.Work until the job is done right.