Senior Sales Arborist - Landscape & Arboriculture

Arboriculture Sales Specialist

This opportunity offers motivated professionals the chance to grow their career in arboriculture and sales while making a lasting impact on high-profile residential and commercial landscapes. The role provides the ability to manage your territory independently, develop long-term client relationships, and work with a team that values expertise, customer service, and professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

• New Business Development: Identify new customers and their needs, demonstrating sales expertise by preparing effective proposals and estimates for tree and plant health evaluations.
• Relationship Management: Retain and grow relationships with existing and previous customers to ensure high satisfaction and increased referral business.
• Technical Expertise: Apply knowledge of arbor health, care, and the local marketplace to provide science-backed insights that empower client decisions.
• Sales Strategy: Design and execute business development and marketing programs to drive profitable growth within the surrounding Chicagoland market.
• Operational Alignment: Partner closely with production and operations teams to coordinate project execution and ensure quality standards are met.
• Technology & Outreach: Leverage technology to track sales activities and participate in community outreach, such as garden clubs or trade shows, to generate leads.

Qualifications

Sales Experience: Proven track record in relationship-based consultative sales; experience in the Arbor industry is preferred but not required.

Business Acumen: Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently in a field-based environment while maintaining high personal accountability.

Communication: Exceptional professional communication skills and a dedicated focus on the customer experience.

Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with tree health care services, including maintenance and plant health evaluations, is an advantage.

Education & Certification: A degree in Arboriculture, Horticulture, or Environmental Science is preferred; ISA Certification is considered a significant plus.