Landscape Business Development Manager

Schill Grounds Management

. Pursue new sales while growing and maintaining customer relationships .

Posted 9/19/2026full-timeRemote • Ohio • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in outdoor sales within the landscaping industry, with a strong focus on customer relationship management, effective communication, and project management. Proficient in utilizing CRM systems and Microsoft Suite to drive sales and maintain client engagement.

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Outdoor Sales ExperienceCustomer Relationship ManagementBusiness-to-Business SalesMicrosoft Suite ProficiencyProject Management Skills

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Hard Skills

Sales TechniquesClosing SalesCRM SystemsProposal DevelopmentMarket Trend Analysis

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsSelf-MotivatedOrganizational SkillsTeam Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

Landscaping IndustryNetworking FunctionsCustomer RelationsSales ProcessLocal Travel

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Pursue new sales while growing and maintaining customer relationships
Organize plans, research, and identify potential clients for landscaping and snow removal services
Attend networking functions and events to promote the brand and seek new business opportunities
Identify prospective clients and build relationships with key decision-makers
Use the proven sales process to uncover new opportunities
Collaborate with team members to develop proposals addressing prospects' pain points and problems
Use sales techniques to negotiate through stalls, objections, and buyer behavior to reach decisions quickly
Attend industry functions within the region or state and monitor market trends
Serve as a thought leader on current landscaping trends and practices
Maintain regular face-to-face, phone, text, and email communication for prompt follow-up
Provide instructions with new contracts for service teams
Document property notes in the CRM
Perform frequent local travel and work from various locations or home as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must reside in Central Ohio due to territory coverage
Prior outdoor sales experience in the landscaping industry is required
Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record to meet fleet insurance standards
Must be able to pass a drug and alcohol test
Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of experience
3-5 years of business-to-business sales experience
Strong computer skills in the Microsoft Suite and CRM systems
Strong communication, written, and formal presentation skills
Proficiency in closing the sale
Self-motivated, proactive, results-oriented professional with an ability to work with minimum direction
Strong project management and customer relations skills
A positive attitude and a knack for working in a cooperative team environment
Must be extremely organized
Excellent interpersonal skills with an outgoing personality
Frequent local travel and flexibility with work hours outside regular business hours

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive base salary plus uncapped commission
Competitive PTO plan
Complete Benefits and Health Care Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, Supplemental Life, and much more!)
Employer paid Basic Life Insurance
401(k) with company match
Employee Assistance Program
Professional Development and Educational Assistance
Company-provided vehicle for business use
Remote flexibility (candidate must reside in Central Ohio)