Sales Manager - Ocala, FL

Scotts Miracle-Gro•Ocala, FL

1d•$62,100 - $73,100

About The Position

ScottsMiracle-Gro is seeking a Sales Manager to join its Field Sales team in Ocala, Florida. The Sales Manager manages an assigned sales territory, develops relationships with major home-center retail partners such as The Home Depot and Lowe’s, and works to increase the in-store presence of Scotts Miracle-Gro brands. The role develops and executes sales and marketing plans, manages a budget, oversees merchandising execution, and supervises a team of Merchandisers. It offers leadership opportunities, bonus potential, and vehicle reimbursement.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 1 year of experience in retail, merchandising, and/or account management.
Strong delegation skills.
Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
Experience using sales forecasting tools.
Problem-solving and service-oriented attitude.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including holidays and weekends.
Current, valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Ability to walk, stand, climb an 8–12-foot ladder, lift up to 45 pounds, and work in weather elements such as heat, cold, wind, and rain.

Nice To Haves

Experience supervising or managing other employees and a budget.

Responsibilities

Manage and direct Merchandisers, including planning, scheduling, delegating assignments, and providing ongoing feedback.
Analyze and prepare key metrics to inform home-center retail partners about business opportunities using strategic selling tactics.
Develop retail sales and marketing plans, creative marketing tools, and events.
Develop recruiting plans, interview candidates, and make hiring decisions to build the Merchandiser team while managing the budget.
Provide job training and communicate product knowledge across the Scotts brand portfolio.
Assist retailers with proper merchandising of Scotts product lines, including appropriate use of point-of-purchase materials to meet account needs.
Manage assigned sales territory and develop relationships with major home-center retail partners.
Oversee merchandising execution and increase the in-store presence of Scotts Miracle-Gro brands in assigned stores.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible family members.
Wellness reimbursement program.
401(k) match of up to 7.5%.
15% discount on company stock.
Access to Maven Family Planning and up to $30,000 for adoption, fertility, and surrogacy.
Career growth and development opportunities.
Employee Resource Groups focused on diversity and inclusion, family, education, and sustainability.
Opportunities to participate in community service and volunteerism.
Bonus potential through corporate bonus programs.
Vehicle reimbursement.