Sales Associate

Position Summary This multi-year training and development program prepares recent college graduates and inexperienced 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 may eventually expand into regional leadership and coaching responsibilities. Required Experience for Entry Level Sales - Associate Community Specialist Graduated with Bachelor’s Degree or are on track to graduate. Former or current Collegiate Student Athletes. Competitive with strong work ethic. Strong self-awareness and ethical behavior. Exceptional communication skills. Intellectual curiosity. Problem solving and analytical thinking. Ability to develop strong relationships. Primary Responsibilities for Entry Level Sales - Associate Community Specialist Work directly with the sales team learning numerous valuable aspects of the organization and professional selling skills. Develop a clear understanding of Independence Village and StoryPoint brands. Become fully aware of the needs of seniors and their families. Speak intelligently and professionally. Demonstrate appropriate urgency. Successfully develop connections with prospective residents. Proficiency in the call center and in‑home visits. Maintain continuous commitment to personal development. General Working Conditions This position entails standing for long periods of time. The employee is required to communicate effectively with others, sit, stand, walk and use hands to handle keyboard, telephone, paper, files, and other equipment. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must review detailed documents and read computer screens, and may occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds. The noise level is moderate and occasional travel to different locations may be required. Equal Opportunity Employer Equal Opportunity Employer This classification description is intended to indicate the general kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that are required of positions given this title and should not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of the employees under her/his supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not exclude other duties not mentioned that are of a similar kind or level of difficulty. #J-18808-Ljbffr