Michigan Territory Sales Manager

The Pizzo Group

3d•Onsite

About The Position

General sales and account manager position responsible for ensuring consistent, profitable growth in sales and revenues. Works in conjunction with other members of the sales and contracting departments to generate revenue and provides direction in its objective of securing ecological restoration/stewardship contracts while ensuring complete customer satisfaction and retention for long-term sustainable growth. This position is best suited for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, relationship-driven environment, can effectively manage multiple projects and client needs simultaneously, and is motivated by achieving measurable sales goals. We create, restore and manage natural ecosystems for our public and private clients. You are going to be rewarded by seeing nature in action every day. Increasing your passion for nature and its care will engage our clients.

Requirements

Previous Sales Experience
Previous Ecology Experience
Working knowledge of ecological restoration methods, native plant communities, invasive species management, and land stewardship practices.
Understanding of construction/restoration equipment and field operations, including production capabilities and site limitations to accurately estimate.
Ability to assess site access, equipment needs, labor requirements, and logistical considerations during project development.
Previous Account Management Experience
Relationship management
Strategic planning skills
Knowledge of product and sector
Financial and business acumen
Excellent presentation and communication skills
Ability to communicate accessibly and concisely about products or service to outsiders, including prospective customers, partners, and the C-suite.
Effective organizational skills
Negotiation skills

Responsibilities

Identify, qualify, estimate, and close ecological restoration, stewardship, invasive species management, prescribed fire, and related projects.
Conduct site walks and client discovery meetings to assess project opportunities.
Prepare and present proposals, pricing, contracts, and project recommendations to clients.
Collaborate with operations and leadership teams to develop accurate scopes and proposals.
Develop and maintain a healthy sales pipeline through prospecting, referrals, networking, events, repeat clients, and strategic partnerships.
Maintain ongoing communication with clients to ensure satisfaction, identify additional opportunities, and support long-term account growth.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of opportunities, proposals, activities, and customer details within company CRM systems.
Manages key client relationships and works to build new ones.
Develops and builds relationships with internal team members and clients.
Expands market presence and brand awareness within the assigned territory.
Develops and strengthens internal and external relationships that will lead to increased lead generation and market share.
Be a part of cross-functional teams to guide and nourish sustainable, long-term growth.
Tracks emerging markets and trends.
Fosters and works to maintain an entrepreneurial growth culture across all teams and work functions.
Proposes and develops strategic partnerships.
Identifies sponsorship/exposure opportunities, including nonprofit engagement.
Conducts webinars and presentations to raise the brand or product profile.
Fulfills requests for proposals (RFPs) from potential partners and customers.
Participate in marketing events (tradeshows, conferences, exhibitions, golf outings, etc.), networking events, association activities and/or professional development functions
Participate in speaking, presentation and/or public teaching opportunities