Landscape Account Manager
St. Louis, MO - USA
Job Summary
The Landscape Account Manager will meet with customers evaluate landscaping needs prepare estimates and proposals coordinate approved projects and maintain ongoing customer relationships. The position is well suited for an entry-level candidate with strong communication organization and relationship-building skills who is interested in developing a long-term career in landscape sales and project management. Training will be provided.
Responsibilities:
Work closely with the current salesperson during a structured period to learn existing residential and commercial accounts customer expectations pricing practices and company procedures.
Build and maintain professional long-term relationships with customers.
Meet with current and prospective customers to evaluate property needs discuss available services and recommend solutions aligned with their goals and budgets.
Conduct site visits take measurements document conditions and gather the information needed to prepare accurate estimates and proposals.
Prepare and present proposals service agreements project scopes and pricing to customers.
Follow up on leads and outstanding proposals and maintain consistent communication throughout the sales process.
Coordinate approved work with operations field crews vendors and office personnel to support proper scheduling and execution.
Communicate project scope customer expectations material needs scheduling requirements and approved changes to the appropriate internal teams.
Monitor active projects and visit job sites as needed to confirm progress quality and alignment with the approved scope.
Keep customers informed of project status scheduling changes delays and other relevant developments.
Identify scope changes additional work or service opportunities and obtain customer approval before work proceeds.
Resolve customer questions or concerns in partnership with operations and company leadership.
Maintain accurate records of customer activity proposals projects follow-up commitments and account details.
Confirm project completion and customer satisfaction and support any necessary follow-up.
Identify opportunities to expand services within existing accounts.
Develop new residential and commercial business through referrals networking incoming leads and relationship-building activities.
Build working knowledge of the companys landscaping maintenance irrigation lawn care hardscaping seasonal and enhancement services.
Represent Horstmann Brothers Landscaping professionally during customer meetings site visits networking events and community activities.
Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Associates or Bachelors degree in horticulture business admin marketing or other related fields a plus.
Current commercial pesticide applicators license or willingness to obtain the license is a bonus.
Previous experience in customer service sales account management landscaping construction property services or project coordination is helpful but not required.
Possess strong communication organization and customer-service skills.
Ability and willingness to learn landscaping services estimating sales account management and project coordination.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to build and maintain professional customer relationships.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple accounts proposals projects and follow-up commitments.
Attention to detail when preparing estimates documenting project requirements and communicating scope.
Ability to work independently while coordinating effectively with field crews office personnel vendors and company leadership.
Sound judgment initiative and problem-solving skills.
Basic proficiency with email Microsoft Office and electronic recordkeeping systems.
Ability to learn company estimating scheduling and customer-management software.
Valid drivers license (Class E preferred) with an acceptable driving record.
Ability to travel locally to residential and commercial properties throughout the St. Louis area.
Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Associates or Bachelors degree in horticulture business admin marketing or other related fields a plus.
Current commercial pesticide applicators license or willingness to obtain the license is a bonus.
Previous experience in customer service sales account management landscaping construction property services or project coordination is helpful but not required.
Possess strong communication organization and customer-service skills.
Ability and willingness to learn landscaping services estimating sales account management and project coordination.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to build and maintain professional customer relationships.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple accounts proposals projects and follow-up commitments.
Attention to detail when preparing estimates documenting project requirements and communicating scope.
Ability to work independently while coordinating effectively with field crews office personnel vendors and company leadership.
Sound judgment initiative and problem-solving skills.
Basic proficiency with email Microsoft Office and electronic recordkeeping systems.
Ability to learn company estimating scheduling and customer-management software.
Valid drivers license (Class E preferred) with an acceptable driving record.
Ability to travel locally to residential and commercial properties throughout the St. Louis area.
Required Skills:
Qualifications: Missouri Back flow Certification and Journeyman Lawn Irrigation Installer License preferred Experience operating trenchers or Ditch Witch equipment Availability for occasional weekend work and extended hours as needed Must be able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions Ability to perform labor intensive tasks over time Strong communication skills and attention to detail Valid Class E drivers license Clean MVR Professional appearance and demeanor Reliable punctual and able to work independently or with a team Must pass a pre-employment drug screening