Golf Course and Sports Field Soils Specialist

PLAISTED COMPANIES INC•Elk River, MN

About The Position

Plaisted Companies, Inc., the soil experts, is seeking a dynamic Golf Course and Sports Field Soils Specialist to join the team. In this role, you’ll 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 you’re driven by results, thrive in a relationship-focused environment, and want to help grow a specialized product line, we’d love to meet you!

Requirements

Bachelor’s 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 driver’s license
Local daily travel with some out-of-state travel (company vehicle provided)

Nice To Haves

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

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.