Now Hiring - Plant Development Services Inc. - Outside Sales Representative in Chattanooga, TN

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Job Summary: This position focuses on providing customers with plants and information with in-store visits to increase their turns and profitability as well as providing nursery operations with information to meet the consumer demand. This position would ideally be based in Chattanooga/Knoxville, TN, to service eastern TN, and Lexington/Bowling Green, KY. Job Responsibilities: * Service stores in defined areas of coverage, making weekly in-person visits. * Review pre-written orders and provide feedback before the communicated deadline. * Work with merchandising groups in the stores to help promote Flowerwood Nursery. * Assist with resolving issues at the store level including inventory issues, shipping, plant quality, etc. * Submit feedback from the field weekly due on Mondays. * Submit a call sheet of customers visited, due on Mondays before 7AM CST. * Attend events / trade shows when requested and support brand education if requested. * Build relationships with plant buyers at independent garden centers and re-wholesale companies. * Build relationship with inside sales teams at locations to optimize coverage. * Communicate with Sales Manager on a regular basis concerning goals and initiatives in the retail and re-wholesale within defined area. * Assist with other tasks related to the nursery. Qualifications: * Thorough knowledge of plants offered by Flowerwood Nursery including the Southern Living Plant Collection, Encore Azalea, and all other supported brands. * Previous customer/sales experience is preferred. * Ability to drive to store locations. * Previous nursery and/or garden retail experience a plus. * Strong communication - clear and articulate speech. * Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. Working Environment * Travel to stores on a regular basis, minimal weekly time in home office. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Application Question(s): * Do you have thorough knowledge of plants offered by Flowerwood Nursery, including the Southern Living Plant Collection, Encore Azalea, and other supported brands? License/Certification: * Driver's License (Required) Work Location: On the road