Soil Sales Specialist (Golf & Sports Fields)

Plaisted Companies Inc. the soil experts is seeking a dynamic Soil Sales Specialist (Golf & Sports Fields) to join the this role youll use your golf industry experience to connect courses and turf professionals with high-quality sands soils and specialty materials that improve course performance and playability.

This position is heavily focused on the golf industry with a smaller portion supporting sports fields and related turf markets. We are especially interested in candidates with Golf Superintendent experience who understand real-world course conditions and customer needs. If youre driven by results thrive in a relationship-focused environment and want to help grow a specialized product line wed love to meet you!

Key Responsibilities

Product Knowledge Expert:
Develop in-depth knowledge of Plaisted golf course materials including sands root zones soil blends and specialty products.
Stay current on golf course maintenance practices construction trends and turf performance standards.
Maintain a working knowledge of sports field materials and applications (secondary focus).
Serve as a trusted advisor to customers by recommending the right products for performance durability and long-term results.

Business Development and Customer Service
Engage with golf course superintendents owners builders and turf managers to assess needs and recommend solutions.
Build and maintain strong relationships within the golf industry to drive repeat business and long-term partnerships.
Identify and develop new opportunities within golf courses and sports fields.
Actively prospect new leads while growing existing accounts.
Provide product samples jobsite support and technical guidance to customers.
Represent Plaisted Companies at trade shows field days and industry events.

Our Core Values: Team Player Honesty/Integrity Enthusiastic/Energetic/Positive Customer above All Else and Commitment to Excellence

Requirements

Bachelors degree in Turfgrass Agronomy Horticulture Business or related field preferred
Minimum 3 years of Golf Superintendent experience or equivalent golf course management experience required
Sales experience preferred
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Ability to develop new business and grow existing accounts
Valid drivers license
Local daily travel with some out-of-state travel (company vehicle provided)

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with golf course construction materials (sand root zones drainage etc.)
Exposure to sports field or athletic turf markets
Sales experience in golf turf or landscape materials
Strong technical understanding of turf performance and customer applications
Comfortable presenting at trade shows and industry events

Benefits

• 100% health insurance coverage for employees.
• 12 medical insurance plans are available.
• Health Account options: FSA and HSA.
• 100% dental insurance coverage for employees.
• Vision insurance.
• Hearing aid program.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Paid time off.
• Holiday pay.
• Free uniforms.
• $1500 Employee Referral Program.
• Year-end bonuses.
• Volunteer wage reimbursement.
• Advancement opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Legal Shield/ID Shield.
• AFLAC benefits.
• Company events including cookouts dinners and more!