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WHY JOIN SUPER-SOD? At Super-Sod, we’ve been growing grass—and growing careers—since 1892. What began as a small general store has evolved into a trusted name in turfgrass and one of the largest suppliers of sod in the nation . We encourage a collaborative culture and have been recognized as a Top Workplace by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.  With a long-standing tradition of excellence, we're proud to continue growing strong!       WE PROUDLY OFFER:     Benefits are available to full-time employees working 30+ hours per week:     Competitive Wages Flexible Paid Time Off  Comprehensive health and wellness plans (medical, dental, vision, HSA, supplemental life, accident, hospital, and critical illness)  Hourly Benefits Overview Salary Benefits Overview Access to Employee Marketplace  Employer-sponsored discounts   Health and Wellness programs  Employee Assistance programs      The  Outside Sales Representative  is responsible for conducting sales activities with both potential and existing customers through face-to-face and phone interactions. This person offers the best possible customer experience, as well as hands-on explanations of any Super-Sod products. Essential Functions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Develops and implements strategic sales plans to accommodate Company goals. Directs sales forecasting activities and sets performance goals accordingly. Reviews market analyses to determine customer needs, price schedules and discount rates. Directs staffing, training and performance evaluations to develop and control sales program. Directs channel development activity and coordinates sales distribution by establishing sales territories, quotas and goals. Advises dealers, distributors and clients concerning sales and advertising techniques. Directs product simplification and standardization to eliminate unprofitable items from sales line. Represents company at trade shows to promote new and existing products, requiring the ability to lift and move products weighing up to 50 pounds. Delivers sales presentations to key clients in coordination with sales representatives. Meets with key clients, assisting sales representative with maintaining relationships and negotiating and closing deals. Coordinates liaison between retail sales department and other sales-related units. Analyzes and controls expenditures of division to conform to budgetary requirements. Prepares periodic sales report showing sales volume, potential sales, and areas of proposed client base expansion. Monitors and evaluates the activities and products of the competition. Effectively manages sales budget for the region. Performs any other tasks assigned to support and improve the overall team operations. Competencies Communication Proficiency. Results Driven. Initiative. Customer/Client Focus. Technical Capacity. Performance Management. Leadership. Problem Solving/Analysis. Organizational Skills. Teamwork Orientation. Business Acumen. Supervisory Responsibility This position required personal time management and scheduling. Work Environment This is a remote location position but may require visits to the local or home offices frequently. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers and fax machines. Physical Demands This position will occasionally be required to stand or balance when conducting outside sales, as well as walk; use hands and fingers, to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by