Landscaping Operations Manager (Toledo, OH)

Landscaping Operations Manager

We are a locally owned and operated landscape firm seeking a qualified Landscape Operations Manager (LOM) to join our team of professionals. This is an outstanding opportunity for the right individual with a growing company. Our work environment is safe professional and rewarding. We provide training opportunities for our people to develop their horticultural careers through our affiliations with local and national trade associations. We are invested in our community and good corporate citizens. Please visit our website to learn more about us www.bellaslawnandlandscape.com Overview The LOM is responsible for selling and producing landscape projects for the company through dedicated sales efforts and effective leadership in a manner which fosters higher levels of performance teamwork and profitability. The operations manager will be responsible for managing his crews. The LOM will cultivate nurture and grow long-term profitable customer relationships. Effective relationship building along with adherence to a sound sales process will result in the achievement of sales goals. Success will be determined by the achievement of specific goals. These goals outlined below will only be achieved by a dedicated effort each and every day to leverage available resources both within and outside the company and to optimize the behavioral performance of our people our greatest resource. In addition the LOM must possess all the following requirements A minimum of three (3) years of landscape construction experience. One (1) year of prior management experience. Completion of high school or equivalency. Outstanding human performance skills with a proven ability to develop cohesive teams challenge individuals hold people accountable and deliver results thrives on courageous conversations and relationship building. Prior sales experience using a consultative selling approach. High emotional quotient with an ability to maintain perspective during times of high stress thrives on deadlines and set an example to others. Outstanding interpersonal social and networking skills. Outstanding written and verbal communication skills in the English language. Outstanding organizational and multi-tasking skills. Ability to develop a positive fun and energetic working environment without losing focus on goals and results. High level of personal initiative to anticipate and stay ahead of customer needs. Self-motivated individual who sets own personal and professional goals. Detail-oriented to capture organize and follow-through on information in a fast-paced environment. Team-oriented to be a unifying force. Continually seeks improvement knowledge certifications etc. never satisfied. High level of accountability for results to ensure deliverables are met. High level of accountability for the customer relationship to ensure satisfaction and retention. Tenacious drive able to fail at times but recover quickly and continue pressing forward. Valid driver s license and insurable. Able to lift 80 pounds. Willingness to assist landscape construction crews as needed and work in adverse exterior conditions. Willingness to fully participate in the company s snow program. Preferred Five (5) years of landscape construction experience. Completion of a four-year degree in a related field from an accredited institution or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Advanced education and or training in consultative sales methods. High proficiency with the use of business technology software applications and quantitative business analysis. Completion of applicable industry certification programs and certifications in good standing. Extensive experience with the use of CRM programs able to champion the implementation of a CRM program and teach others. High accessibility to address customer needs during off-hours and weekends by utilizing smart-phone technology and social media platforms sees this as a positive not a negative. Compensation 38 000 per year commission To apply please reply with the following information 1. Professional resume if available 2. Professional references (not personal references) 3. Daytime phone number 4. Email address 5. Availability for a phone interview in the next 7 days The most qualified applicants will receive an email reply within 24 hours and a phone interview within 7 days. The position to be filled is available now. Ability to begin immediately will be plus. Compensation 38 000 Commission Generous compensation package includes base wage commission and many other benefits.