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Garden Re-Leaf Day 2016 Plantathons hailed a great success
Second Garden Re-Leaf Day Sponsored Walk is a stroll through the country
Weight loss target acheived - thank you for all your help and support
Easter deal on the the UK’s bestselling growbag sundry
Stewart invest £400k to boost decorative planters output
Edward Boult makes it 3 for Grovewell Garden Centres
Will Garden Re-Leaf Day spark sales at garden centres?
British Garden Centres acquires its 10th store
Rising Stars Masterclass held at Barton Grange
Over 90% of planned spoga+gafa exhibition space already booked
Cycling, walking, potting, raffling and quizzing - it's all been happening on Garden Re-Leaf Day 2016
Baby Bio signs up to help Air Ambulance gardening project
Crowders renamed Wolds View by Wyevale Garden Centres
Gordale's Mark says cheese for Swiss experience
Show-stopping turn out for Flower Show Forum
Sales of houseplants grow in February
Wyevale Garden Centres wins 'Best One Stop Shop' award
Tribute for Paul Daniels from Greenfingers supporters
Merchandiser/Area Representative
New Business Manager, Glee
Junior Buyer: Garden Care
Garden Centre Supervisor
Assistant Shop Manager
National Sales Manager Amenity and Landscaping Sector
Customer Service Assistant
Plant Area Manager (Full time, including alternate weekends)
Garden Centre Assistant Manager
Bedding Department Head (Full time, including alternate weekends)
Grounds Maintenance Team Leader / Supervisor
Plant Area Sales Assistant (Full time, including alternate weekends)
Area Sales Manager / Garden Centre & DIY
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Garden product sales rise from previous week
Rosemary plants make their Veg-2-Gro mark
Growing media sales witnessing slight slow down
Pictures from The Greatest Christmas Gold-winning Teams
Shakespeare’s New Place chooses nurseries for heritage landmark plants
100th candidate awarded Certificate in Water Conservation
Garden retailers criticised for wasted opportunities
Roundup launches most effective concentrate yet
Zest 4 Leisure expand online management team
Bestsellers Top 50 charts every week
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All the latest news from the world of garden centre catering
Natural Food Show previews its exhibitor show highlights for 2016
Situations Vacant
Merchandiser/Area Representative
Salary: £20,000 per year
 
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New Business Manager, Glee
 
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Junior Buyer: Garden Care
Competitive salary
 
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Garden Centre Supervisor
Competitive salary
 
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Assistant Shop Manager
Competitive salary
 
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National Sales Manager Amenity and Landscaping Sector
Salary: Excellent
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Customer Service Assistant
Langlands Garden Centre - Leeds
 
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Plant Area Manager (Full time, including alternate weekends)
West Horsley KT24 6AR
 
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Garden Centre Assistant Manager
Salary: £18,000 - £21,000
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Bedding Department Head (Full time, including alternate weekends)
West Horsley KT24 6AR
 
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Grounds Maintenance Team Leader / Supervisor
Salary: £16,000 - £18,000 - dependent on experience
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Plant Area Sales Assistant (Full time, including alternate weekends)
Twickenham TW2 5PA
 
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Area Sales Manager / Garden Centre & DIY
Salary: Attractive
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National Sales Manager Amenity and Landscaping Sector
Salary: Excellent


National Sales Manager Amenity and Landscaping Sector (ref:DS8170)

Location: South West England
Salary: Excellent
Date: 04 Mar
Job Type: Full-Time
Duration: Permanent


Our client is the world's leading biochar company, promoting the responsible production and use of biochar products. Biochar is a form of charcoal used for horticulture. Biochar improves the physical and biological dynamics of the soil and is proven to deliver increased productivity, health and vigour in plants, trees and shrubs. Our client produces a range of branded biochar-based blends for commercial horticulture, tree care specialists and hobby gardeners. They are currently seeing a dynamic individual to cover national sales of their products through to the Landscape, Amenity and Tree Care Sector.

The Role

The company has established a solid customer base in its core markets and is now looking for an individual who can support and grow the sales effort, increasing company turnover and profit margin. The role is accountable to the CEO and Commercial Development Manager who will support, guide and work alongside to advise and meet the company's objectives and strategic priorities.
The role will involve the following:
  • Relationship building with sales prospects and influencers in target markets.
  • Increase sales to existing customer base.
  • Identify and secure new customers in the target market.
  • Set up and manage network of distributors in target markets.
  • Research and identify new sales and market opportunities.
  • Present the company and its products face-to-face at trade shows and sales presentations.
  • Negotiating terms of agreement and closing sales.
  • Active participation in the development of company sales strategy.

The Candidate
  • The candidate will have a positive 'can do' attitude.
  • An inquisitiveness to learn and be challenged.
  • A warm personality and sense of humour.
  • Willingness to work hard and beyond the remit when necessary.
  • A grasp of 'green' principles and understanding of the importance of sustainability.
  • A proven track record in taking new products to market.

The successful candidate will have autonomy to ensure the sales objectives are met, so will need to be a self-starter, driven to build customer acquisition. They will also contribute to the creation of annual strategic sales plans and supply regular detailed feedback and analysis to inform future planning direction. A proven track record that demonstrates understanding of the sales process from prospect identification to close of sale.

This role demands an ability to think strategically, combined with the ability to multi task. A thoroughly organised individual who can tactically deliver and implement is essential.
Having a sound grasp of what makes this company 'special' and believing in the principles of organic production are essential.

Location: Based in central Bristol (BS1) but required to travel across the UK and Europe for meetings.

Salary and terms: £tbc + commission or performance-based bonus. 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays. Company mobile phone and laptop provided.

To apply for this role click here
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