Sr. Turf & Ornamentals Sales Rep - Texas (South Texas - Houston, College Station, San Antonio areas)

BASF SE

About The Position

We are looking for a Sr Turf & Ornamentals Sales Rep to join our Agricultural Solutions team in support of South Texas also LA and AR. BASF’s Agricultural Solutions division connects innovation, customers, partners and agricultural experts and integrates sustainability criteria into all business decisions. We help professional turfgrass managers deliver the best possible outcomes, working to achieve the balance between economic, environmental and social value creation for sustainable solutions. As a Sr Turf & Ornamentals Sales Representative, you will be responsible for meeting and exceeding sales goals and objectives in the Turf and Ornamental market, while developing customer business relationships that create long term value for BASF and our customers. You will also be responsible for implementation and execution of field tactical activities that maintain and grow our product portfolio. In addition, you will function as BASF’s face to our customers, as well as many other market influencers and industry partners. You will need to live within South Texas region, Houston, College Station or San Antonio area.As a Sr. Turf & Ornamentals Sales Rep - Texas (South Texas - Houston, College Station, San Antonio areas), you create chemistry by... Growing our market and product portfolio through promoting innovations, creating solutions for customers and effectively executing field activities. Developing a professional and personal skill set that will positively impact business strategy and growth. Managing a Sales Territory to achieve yearly sales goals within assigned budgets. Building and cultivating strong business relationships with key end users and maintaining a working profile of opportunities with each end user. Supporting and utilizing a distribution network to increase sales throughout your territory. Presenting and administering marketing programs to end users and participating in special sales and marketing projects. Providing biology and product training to key end users and distribution network. Effectively communicating across the business, reporting top opportunities through a strategic monthly review. At BASF, you will have the chance to do meaningful work towards building a more sustainable future. In addition to competitive compensation and benefits, BASF provides you with access to a wide range of elements to help you be your best. It’s what we call you@BASF. We are committed to providing benefits, programs, and opportunities that support our employees’ overall well-being, personal growth, and a safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment. As one of the largest chemical companies in North America we have been finding solutions for your everyday needs and addressing the most complex economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges for more than 150 years! At BASF we empower our employees with the tools, guidance and opportunities they need to advance and succeed in work and life. Giving you the support you need to be your best and fulfill your personal ambitions is what helps us create chemistry. After all, our success is linked to yours. Whatever path you envision, BASF is a great place to build a rewarding, successful career.

Requirements

Have a Bachelor Degree and agronomic industry experience (ex: Turf & Ornamentals and/or Agricultural Products and/or Lawn Care & Maintenance and/or related disciplines.
Have previous direct sales experience (Turf Superintendent, Lawncare and/or Ornamental experience will be considered in lieu of direct sales experience) and formal sales training courses.
Demonstrate strong customer focus and entrepreneurial skills.
Have account/territory management/planning experience.
Excellent communication skills and demonstrated ability to influence.

Responsibilities

Growing our market and product portfolio through promoting innovations, creating solutions for customers and effectively executing field activities.
Developing a professional and personal skill set that will positively impact business strategy and growth.
Managing a Sales Territory to achieve yearly sales goals within assigned budgets.
Building and cultivating strong business relationships with key end users and maintaining a working profile of opportunities with each end user.
Supporting and utilizing a distribution network to increase sales throughout your territory.
Presenting and administering marketing programs to end users and participating in special sales and marketing projects.
Providing biology and product training to key end users and distribution network.
Effectively communicating across the business, reporting top opportunities through a strategic monthly review.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements whenever possible
Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options
Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members
Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more)
Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages
Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive
Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities.
Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens
Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more!

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