Sales Manager - Sugar Land,TX

Scotts Miracle-Gro•Sugar Land, TX

1d•$62,100 - $73,100

About The Position

ScottsMiracle-Gro is seeking a Sales Manager to join its Field Sales team and manage an assigned sales territory. The position develops relationships with major home center retail partners, including The Home Depot and Lowe’s, and increases the in-store presence of Scotts Miracle-Gro brands. The Sales Manager develops and executes sales and marketing plans, manages a budget, oversees in-store merchandising execution, and manages and supervises a team of Merchandisers. The role 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 be exposed to 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’ work, including planning, scheduling, delegating assignments, and providing ongoing feedback.
Analyze and prepare key metrics to educate home center retail partners on business opportunities using strategic selling tactics.
Develop retail sales and marketing plans, creative marketing tools, and events.
Develop recruiting plans, interview candidates, make hiring decisions, build the Merchandiser team, and manage its budget.
Provide job training and communicate product knowledge across the Scotts brand portfolio.
Assist retailers with merchandising Scotts product lines, including use of point-of-purchase materials as appropriate to account needs.

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.
Bonus potential through corporate bonus programs.
Vehicle reimbursement.
Employee Resource Groups focused on diversity and inclusion, family, education, and sustainability.
Opportunities to participate in community service and volunteerism.