Sales/Retail

Sales/Retail

LANDSCAPE SALES - DESIGNER - DETROIT SUBURBS, MI

Seeking Landscape Design/Architect professional to join a premier design-build landscape company, offering high-end design, including 3D modeling, installation, and maintenance to the metro Detroit area. This company has a versatile team of landscape architects, designers, horticulturalists and installation experts. As a member of the design staff, you will be responsible for working with sales managers to design and create landscape plans, details, and 3D models according to a client’s specifications and preferences. Applicants should be well versed in current design programs and standards and have a strong knowledge of horticulture.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Landscape Architecture or a similar program (design-focused degree)
• High level of proficiency in AutoCAD 2013, Adobe Creative Suites, SketchUp, Lumion and Microsoft Office
• Strong hand graphics is a plus
• Working knowledge of Google Earth
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Knowledge in creating construction details as well as plant design
• Must be able to manage time and project effectively

Please e-mail your resume, salary requirements and work examples to ben@harperjobs.com for consideration

LANDSCAPE SALES - COMMERCIAL / RESIDENTIAL - DETROIT SUBURBS, MI

Premier design-build landscape company is actively seeking an experienced salesperson that will help grow the business and keep up with accelerating demand. The ideal candidate will have a strong sales background and excellent communication and organizational skills. The company has a dedicated and talented design team that will assist you in conceptualizing, finalizing, and estimating the visions of your clients. This unique team approach allows you to lead the design process and gives you time to focus on sales and building a strong client base.

Responsibilities:

• Follow up with clients seeking commercial and residential design and installation services
• Develop new relationships with commercial clientele
• Manage time and multiple projects effectively
• Evaluate sales leads
• Direct and execute design concepts and plans
• Bid work - for commercial only

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Landscape Architecture or a similar program.
• 3+ year experience in Landscape sales
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suites
• 3D modeling and Google Earth is a plus

Send resume in a Word format attachment to ben@harperjobs.com

SENIOR LEASING CONSULTANT - DOWNTOWN DETROIT, MI

Very desirable residential complex in downtown Detroit has a terrific opportunity available for an experienced Leasing Agent. We are seeking an enthusiastic and extremely personable individual who will become passionate about the property they are representing and strives to exceed customer expectations. This role requires someone who is self-motivated, focused on marketing and thrives in a fast-paced setting.

Requirements include the following experience and traits:

• 3+ years in a similar sales capacity; retail, hospitality, multi-family housing backgrounds preferred
• Staying abreast of local housing market
• Team oriented
• Problem solver
• Outstanding communication skills (oral and written)
• Michigan Real Estate License preferred

In addition to a competitive salary, a generous benefit package will be offered. This includes employee health/dental/vision, 401K, uniform program and advancement potential.

Please email resume directly to: ben@harperjobs.com

RETAIL NATIONAL BUSINESS MANAGER - CHELSEA, MI

Join one of the nation's most successful food manufacturers!

Harper Associates has been retained by Chelsea Milling Company to identify a seasoned veteran who can offer strategic insight and expertise to help grow the retail business. Jiffy Mix is the #1 selling dry baking mix nationwide!

Chelsea Milling Company has been Making Jiffy Mix since 1930 and has stood the test of time, never once having to lay off employees due to an economic downturn. Sales are stronger than ever, and this is a newly created position to support the company's continued growth.

BENEFITS

• Unrivaled company culture - there is virtually zero turnover and employee tenure is an average of 17 years
• A foundation built on honesty and integrity
• Exceptional salary and health benefits
• Profit-sharing bonuses
• Great work/life balance
• Health and wellness programs

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Immerse in the company's culture of interdependent communication and decision making. Must be able to listen and understand varied points of view in CMC's flat organization structure, where status, power, and authority are de-emphasized
• Work cross-functionally with administration, accounting, logistics, accounts receivable, customer service, information services, sales, and other stakeholders to achieve goals and solve problems
• Lead, manage, coach, and hold to standard the Retail Regional Business Managers
• Ensure timely execution of and implementation of action plans
• Manage all performance-based merchandising/sales programs
• Review broker performance with Regional Business Managers and make recommendations to senior management for representation changes when necessary
• Ensure all retail sales related programs, policies and procedures are in sync with the needs of our customers to allow business to drive forward
• Utilize business analytics and networking to find opportunity gaps
• Demonstrate strength of character to persevere through obstacles and meet goals

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum 10 years of progressive sales experience, managing a retail sales team either with a food manufacturer or food broker
• Experience using a CRM system or Trade Fund Management software to manage workflows
• Strong computer, communication and presentation skills, and the ability to work cross-functionally
• Excellent relationship building skills
• Demonstrated success in nurturing, developing and closing business in large retail accounts
• Excellent communication skills – written and verbal
• Strong planning, organization, and negotiating skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• High energy and strong drive and passion for success

Ideal candidates would be those that meet the minimum qualifications and are looking for a long-term career with a privately held company that focuses on people. Must enjoy a team environment and thrive on camaraderie.

Send resume in a Word format attachment to kevin@harperjobs.com

FOODSERVICE BUSINESS MANAGER - JIFFY MIX

Join one of the nation's most successful foodservice manufacturers!

Harper Associates has been retained by the Jiffy Foodservice to identify a star Foodservice Sales Manager to help grow the restaurant / food service division! Jiffy Foodservice recently completed a major expansion to accommodate the growing foodservice segment, and this is a great opportunity for a foodservice sales veteran to help grow Jiffy's footprint!

Chelsea Milling Company has been Making Jiffy Mix since 1930 and has stood the test of time, never once having to lay off employees due to an economic downturn. The leader in prepared baking mixes, Jiffy has dominated the grocery/retail market, and the company is now offering Jiffy Mix to the foodservice and restaurant business! The Foodservice Sales Manager position is newly created and offers the right person an amazing opportunity to make a huge impact on the growth of this newly created division!

BENEFITS

• Unrivaled company culture - there is virtually zero turnover and employee tenure is an average of 17 years

• A foundation built on honesty and integrity

• Exceptional salary and health benefits

• Profit-sharing bonuses

• Great work/life balance

• Health and wellness programs

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Utilize market research and networking to prospect and develop new business opportunities and accounts

• Collaborate with prospects and customers to develop growth strategies for mutual benefit

• Deliver sales presentations to potential and existing customers

• Partner with clients to analyze menus and offer solutions to add value

• Use CRM tool and other computer software to maintain customer base

• Travel (local and nationwide) up to 60% of the time to meet customers, perform product presentations, attend trade shows, etc.

• Have an in-depth knowledge of all products and services offered

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, Hospitality or Culinary Arts, or equivalent related experience

• 8-10 years prior Foodservice sales experience

• Experience using a CRM system to manage work flow

• Strong understanding of foodservice distribution segments

• Strong computer, communication and presentation skills, and the ability to work cross-functionally

• Demonstrated success in nurturing and developing Food Service business

• Excellent communication skills – written and verbal

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

Ideal candidates would be those that meet the minimum qualifications and are looking for a long-term home with a privately held company that focuses on people. Must enjoy a team environment and thrive on camaraderie.

Send resume in a Word format attachment to  kevin@harperjobs.com