Sales Manager 2

Our associates celebrate lives. We celebrate our associates. Develops a well-trained sales staff that meets or exceed all sales quotas, increases market share and customer base within established budgetary levels while maintaining the highest ethical standards and observing Company policies and procedures. * **JOB RESPONSIBILITIES** * **Staff Management and Leadership**Meet and exceed established location sales quotasEnsure that Sales Counselors utilize methods as set forth in training manuals while observing Company policies and proceduresProvide initial and ongoing sales instruction to ensure that all Sales Counselors meet or exceed the needs of the customersManage Sales Counselors acting as their primary reference regarding the aftercare process, prospecting, product knowledge, sales presentations, closing skills, prices, terms, paperwork, sales guideline questions, compliance issues, and delivery of customer service**Market Share**Develop marketing programs that compliment the geography, demographics, ethnicity, or religions of the community Analyze and be aware of competitor pricingPlan and participate in community events designed to develop prospects and heighten awareness of the location**Expense Management**Review all pre-need contracts and at-need cemetery contracts to ensure compliance with HMIS, state/provincial and or federal lawsApprove all discounts offered to customersPrepare reports that demonstrate compliance with financial controls**Operations Support**Maintain all marketing materials, training manuals, sales equipment and other sales suppliesEnsure that sales programs, incentives and awards, and sales presentations are budgeted, approved and conform to Company policiesMaintain all sales rooms and offices in a clean and orderly fashion to provide a professional atmosphere for Sales Counselors and the public**Compliance**Ensure that all sales counselors follow the Code of Conduct and obtain proper licensureEnsure compliance of sales practices with federal, state/provincial and local regulations**MINIMUM Requirements****Education**High school or equivalentBachelor’s degree preferred**Experience**Sales Management experience of 3-5 years requiredSales Counselor and sales supervisory experience preferredExperience presenting, training, coaching and motivating salespeople and sales forces a plus**Licenses**Valid state/province driver’s license with good driving recordInsurance license as required by state/province law and as prescribed by each state board**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**Working knowledge of Windows-based PC environment and MS office applicationsKnowledge of Customer Relationship Management systems a plusAbility to maintain confidentialityAbility to work beyond standard business hours when necessary to service customersAbility to set goals for employees that are challenging but achievable * **Additional Job Description****Additional Job Description**Life’s not about a job, it’s about purpose. Postal Code: 46902 Category (Portal Searching): Sales Job Location: US-IN - Kokomo