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Business Development Representative - Southern California (Landscape & Irrigatio

IPS Corporation, California, MO, United States


Overview Job Title:

Business Development Representative

Business:

Weld-On

Location:

Remote from Southern California (Preferred: Central Los Angeles-based)

About the Company:

IPS Corporation is a global provider of Water and Flow Management Solutions and Specialty Adhesives Solutions for applications where failure is not an option. IPS has 13 manufacturing plants and distributes to over 85 countries. Weld-On Adhesives, an IPS Corporation subsidiary, is the industry leader in solvent cements, primers, and cleaners for PVC, CPVC, ABS, and other plastic piping systems.

The company is part of Centerbridge Partners. For more information, please visit www.centerbridge.com.

About the Role Weld-On is seeking a driven, relationship‑focused Business Development Representative to grow our presence in the Southern California landscape and irrigation market, with the pool and spa market as a secondary area of focus. The role acts as both a sales driver and brand ambassador, working with irrigation contractors, landscape professionals, distributors, and retailers. The ideal candidate is bilingual (English/Spanish), understands the SoCal contractor ecosystem, and is comfortable delivering hands-on product demonstrations and training in the field.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Market Development (Primary: Landscape & Irrigation; Secondary: Pool & Spa)

Identify and develop new business opportunities within the Southern California landscape and irrigation contractor market

Support growth in the pool and spa segment through targeted distributor and contractor engagement

Build strong relationships across irrigation, landscape, and pool professionals

Focus on key SoCal territories including Los Angeles, Orange County, Inland Empire, and surrounding areas

Contractor & Distributor Engagement

Serve as the primary point of contact for contractors and distributor sales teams across irrigation and pool channels

Drive product adoption through jobsite visits, contractor outreach, and distributor collaboration

Support distributor growth through joint sales calls and account development

Hands-On Training & Education

Deliver in-field, hands-on product training and demonstrations for contractors and distributor teams

Conduct bilingual (English/Spanish) training sessions when needed

Educate customers on proper application techniques, product advantages, and best practices across irrigation and pool applications

Sales Execution & Strategy

Develop and execute territory sales plans aligned with regional growth targets

Drive product conversions through merchandising, demos, and training

Track opportunities, pipeline, and performance metrics

Brand Representation

Represent Weld-On at local trade shows, distributor events, and industry functions across Southern California, including irrigation and pool industry events

Act as a brand ambassador in the contractor community

Market Intelligence

Monitor local market trends, competitor activity, and contractor needs across both irrigation and pool segments

Provide feedback to internal teams to support product and strategy development

Qualifications

5–10+ years of sales or field experience in landscape irrigation, plumbing, or contractor-focused industries

Experience in the pool and spa industry is a plus (secondary focus)

Strong preference for candidates with direct contractor experience

Preferred: Fluent in English and Spanish

Comfortable delivering hands-on product demonstrations and jobsite training

Practical understanding of irrigation systems, PVC piping, and installation practices

Preferred: Based in Central Los Angeles

Strong interpersonal and presentation skills

Self-motivated and results-driven

Willingness to travel throughout Southern California; local travel 4 days a week with overnight travel as needed

Valid driver’s license

What We Offer

Competitive base salary + performance-based incentives

Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, retirement)

Ongoing training and professional development

Opportunity to grow within a market-leading organization

A dynamic, field-oriented role with strong impact on regional growth

How to Apply

Submit resume and cover letter outlining relevant Southern California irrigation or landscape experience

Weld-On is an equal opportunity employer.

Salary Range: $85,000 - $120,000

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