Lead turf and ornamental growth across the North Central and Great Lakes territory from a remote setup. WestMET Group Canada offers a competitive base salary of USD 125,000 per year plus performance-based commission, along with benefits that support health, time off, and long-term security. You will also receive a vehicle allowance, expense account, and access to continued agronomic and sales training, with clear career growth opportunities.
Covering Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin, this regional role focuses on expanding business development through distribution and retail partners. You will work with golf courses, lawn care operators, nurseries, parks and recreation departments, school districts, and sports turf managers.
Responsibilities
- Apply expertise in soils, nutrition, and water management to build agronomic plans for clients
- Use knowledge of basic cultural practices tied to soil health, plant health, and turf grass management
- Integrate and position Black Earth products within customer business plans
- Engage with local industry associations and participate in education seminars and tradeshows
- Strengthen relationships by making cold calls and deepening existing partnerships
- Collaborate with the Director of T&O, KAM, and fellow RSMs to develop market strategies and actionable business plans
- Forecast seasonal product needs with purchasing and operations managers
- Support the sales cycle through occasional product demos/trials
- Maintain an active presence as a participant in local associations and learning opportunities
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Turfgrass, Horticulture, Soil Science, or related field (preferred)
- 10+ years of experience in the Turf & Ornamental segment (Grower, Manager, Superintendent, Sales, Research, etc)
- 5+ years of agronomy sales experience focused on nutrition, water management, biologicals, and/or soils
- Demonstrated leadership experience in the green industry through a combination of education and work experience
- Ability to travel up to 50% and manage/prioritize budget and time
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Valid Driver’s License
- Proficiency with computer programs including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
Compensation & Benefits
Pay: From $125,000.00 per year
- Competitive base salary + performance-based commission
- Vehicle allowance
- Expense account
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with matching
- Paid time off: vacation, holiday, and sick
- Continued agronomic and sales training
- Career growth opportunities
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan
- Flexible schedule
Location: Remote
Territory: North Central/Great Lakes (IL, IN, IA, MI, MN, NE, ND, OH, SD, WI)
Work travel: 50% (Required)
License: Driver’s License (Required)
