Professional Turf Salesperson

DLF is currently recruiting for a Professional Turf Salesperson to join our team in Eastern and Northern Ontario. This is a remote position, and the successful applicant must live within this territory.

DLF Group is the global leader in the development and sale of high-quality grass seed for both agricultural and professional lawn markets. Our focus on innovation, quality, and reliability allows us to provide demonstrable value to our customers.

At DLF, we pride ourselves on a culture of competence, passion, and commitment. By empowering our employees and fostering an entrepreneurial mindset, we maintain a unique agility in the marketplace.

Come grow with DLF!

Explore DLF More: 🌍 https://dlf.com (Global) & https://ca.dlf.com (Canada)

About the job

As a Professional Turf Salesperson, you will be responsible for generating sales, building strong client relationships, and offering expert advice on our top-quality turf grass varieties and maintenance solutions. We're seeking a candidate with a background in agronomy and turf management. Experience in sod production, sports field management, or conservation would be a plus.

Job Responsibilities

• Identify and solicit new clients, manage a sales territory, and create plans to achieve or exceed annual sales targets.
• Quote and negotiate prices, credit terms, and service agreements, and prepare and process sales orders and contracts.
• Build and nurture relationships with existing and potential customers across the commercial, sports, and municipal sectors, offer customized turf solutions by conducting on-site consultations.
• Handle customer complaints and technical problems in a timely and effective manner to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Showcase the features and benefits of products through sales presentations, product trials, and educational events like grower meetings or webinars.
• Manage your sales pipeline from prospecting to close, logging customer interactions and tracking inventory to ensure a seamless sales cycle.
• Collaborate with our production team to ensure timely delivery and quality assurance for our customers.
• Stay informed about market trends, emerging turf grass varieties, and competitive offerings to maintain your expertise.
• Drive brand presence and cultivate relationships at industry events and trade shows.
• Update the Marketing team with the latest technical news and client testimonials to help us maintain a relevant and current social media presence.
• Collaborate closely with the Divisional Manager, keeping them informed on sales pipeline progress and market opportunities through regular reports and strategic conversations.

 Qualifications:

• Secondary School Diploma or equivalent required

• 4+ years of experience in turf industry sales; seed experience is preferred
• Must have a valid driver's license and be willing to travel

• Physical ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs and work outdoors in various weather conditions
• Proficiency in presentation development, project management, and the Microsoft Office Suite

Compensation and Benefits:

This position comes with a competitive compensation plan that includes a base salary, benefits, company vehicle, Group RRSP option with company matching program, and potential for bonus. Compensation will be based on experience.

Why work for DLF?

We do good things! Grass is more than just a pretty sight – it helps fight climate change by trapping carbon and preventing soil erosion, making it a vital ally in preserving the environment. Grass acts as a natural filter, purifying water and improving air quality, while also providing essential habitats for diverse wildlife, showcasing its crucial role in supporting biodiversity and sustaining ecosystems. Grass feeds animals. Grass produces oxygen. Grass provides beauty. Just a few reasons.... and many more! Check us out!

Ready to make an impact? We invite you to come and grow with us!

If you meet the above qualifications and are interested in joining our DLF team, please apply to the role on our careers page. https://careers.dlf.com under the North America division.

We thank all applicants who apply, but only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

DLF is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible environment for all employees. Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities will be provided upon request during the recruitment, assessment, selection, and placement process. Alternate formats available upon request.