Outside Sales Representative

Adventure Playground Systems is looking for a highly motivated and experienced Sales Representative to join our team of Adventure Play Experts. This role will focus on expanding our market coverage and increasing business-to-business sales in Houston and our neighboring cities. This candidate must be organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable seeking out new business opportunities through referrals, industry networking organizations, qualified sales leads, etc. They should be able to develop long-term business relationships through superior customer service initiatives, excellent communication skills, and an overall upbeat and positive attitude. Ideal candidates have experience or working knowledge in the parks & recreation sector, general contracting/construction industry, landscape architecture, childcare facilities, and/or playground industries.

Some of the specific duties and requirements are, but not limited to the following:

Responsibilities and Duties

• Develop applied knowledge of overall product database and services through a training program
• Develop projects from start to finish in an extended sales cycle
• Prospecting, lead generation, follow-up, and detailed tracking of the sales process in the CRM system
• Learn current playground safety guidelines and standards, CPSI testing and certification required within the first year of employment
• Evaluate job sites and take accurate measurements that result in detailed park layouts and designs
• Collaborate with internal team members to create a play solution that meets the client's needs and overall budget
• Coordinate with team members to respond and resolve customer requests, questions, or issues
• Frequent outside sales calls and site visits with potential and existing clients
• Demonstrate superior competitive sales techniques
• Cultivate client relationships with key decision-makers, as well as new and existing customers.
• Provide superior customer service and professionalism at all times.
• Meet or exceed all specified sales goals on a quarterly and yearly basis.
• Must be willing to travel occasionally for out-of-town sales meetings, trade shows, etc.

Qualifications and Skills

• High School education required, associate or bachelor's degree preferred
• 2+ years of sales experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must be punctual and professional
• Motivated self-starter accustomed to working in an unsupervised environment
• A detail-oriented individual who is organized and proficient with time management
• Must be able to successfully multitask duties and manage multiple projects at once
• Excellent computer skills with general knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite, Google Apps for Business, customer relationship management systems, and digital quotation platforms
• AutoCAD experience not required but a plus
• Valid driver's license and reliable mode of transportation required
• Must be able to take accurate measurements in the field and be able to lift 20lbs for short durations.
• Prior knowledge in commercial construction, landscaping, or park & rec. fields a plus.
• The ability to read blueprints/ site plans is a plus.

Adventure Playground Systems is a Houston, Texas-based manufacturer of quality commercial-grade playground equipment, shade structures, park amenities, and splash pads. We offer turnkey park and playground equipment solutions to cities, schools, daycares, homeowners associations, park and recreation facilities, multi-family properties, landscape architects, and more. As a leader in the commercial playground equipment industry for over 25 years, we pride ourselves on providing a safe environment for all children to grow and nurture their natural sense of adventure. Adventure Playground Systems is an equal opportunity employer, and we are dedicated to promoting a positive and culturally diverse workplace. Come join our team of hardworking, fun-loving play experts as we create adventures in play every day!