Entry Level Sales Associate

Sales and Leadership Development Position

This sales and leadership development position prepares entry level professionals for sales and leadership roles at Independence Village and StoryPoint communities. It begins with a foundational phase combining industry fundamentals with coaching in consultative selling skills, presentations, and public speaking; development continues in the areas of team leadership and technical selling skills. Successful participants will be assigned to their own senior community and eventually may expand into regional leadership and coaching responsibilities.

Required Experience for Entry Level Sales

• Bachelor's degree or 1-2 years working experience
• Competitive with strong work ethic
• Strong self-awareness and ethical behavior
• Exceptional communication skills
• Problem solving and analytical thinking
• Ability to develop strong relationships

Primary Responsibilities for Entry Level Sales

• Work directly with our sales team learning numerous valuable aspects of our organization and professional selling skills
• Develop a clear understanding of Independence Village and StoryPoint brands
• Become fully aware of the needs of seniors and the needs of their families
• Speak intelligently and professionally
• Demonstrate appropriate urgency
• Successfully develop connections with prospective residents
• Be proficient in the call center and in-home visits
• Maintain a continuous commitment to personal development

General Working Conditions

This position entails standing for long periods of time. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to communicate effectively with others, sit, stand, walk and use hands to handle keyboard, telephone, paper, files, and other equipment and objects. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. This position requires the ability to review detailed documents and read computer screens. The employee will occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The work environment requires appropriate interaction with others. The noise level in the work environment is moderate. Occasional travel to different locations may be required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a workplace that is inclusive to all employees.