Job Description

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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

This is an interim position while the manager is on leave with potential to become permanent if the previous manager does not return. Meet and exceed established location sales quotas Ensure that Sales Counselors utilize methods as set forth in training manuals while observing Company policies and procedures Provide initial and ongoing sales instruction to ensure that all Sales Counselors meet or exceed the needs of the customers Manage 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 pricing Plan 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 laws Approve all discounts offered to customers Prepare reports that demonstrate compliance with financial controls

Operations Support

Maintain all marketing materials, training manuals, sales equipment and other sales supplies Ensure that sales programs, incentives and awards, and sales presentations are budgeted, approved and conform to Company policies Maintain 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 licensure Ensure compliance of sales practices with federal, state/provincial and local regulations

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Experience

Sales Counselor and sales supervisory experience preferred Experience presenting, training, coaching and motivating salespeople and sales teams

Licenses

Valid driver's license with good driving record

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Working knowledge of Windows-based PC environment and MS office applications Knowledge of Customer Relationship Management systems a plus Ability to maintain confidentiality Ability to work beyond standard business hours when necessary to service customers Ability to set goals for employees that are challenging but achievable
Postal Code: B3S 0E1


Category (Portal Searching): Sales


Job Location: CA-NS - Halifax


Job Profile ID: S00107


Time Type: Full time


Location Name: JA Snow Funeral Home