Outside Sales Advisor

Our associates celebrate lives. We celebrate our associates. Pre-Arrangement Advisors are responsible for generating sales thru company-provided leads from multiple channels. Our primary focus is in-person meetings with families and preplanning seminars regarding prearranging. We also have the ability to sell remotely when necessary, and the Company will provide necessary telecommunication platforms to the Pre-Arrangement Advisors. Job Responsibilities Convert Company provided leads into sales. Maintain a network of customers from Company provided leads. Builds and maintains a network of sources from which to identify new sales leads. Communicates with customers and leads to identify and understand their product or service needs; identifies and suggests products and services to meet those needs. Demonstrates the functions and utility of products or services to customers based on their needs. Ensures customer satisfaction through ongoing communication and relationship management; resolves any issues that may arise post-sale. Daily use of SalesForce or applicable CRM system. Attend daily/ weekly/monthly calls, training, call blocks, floor time in the office or home. Report daily, weekly, monthly sales and appointments to Sales Manager Comply with industry compliance during the entire sales process Other responsibilities as assigned. Minimum Requirements Education High school diploma or Equivalent Certification/License Appropriate Funeral Director License in Specific States Only First 30 days of employment complete PAA Curriculum Certification Dignity University Experience 2-5 years of Business to Consumer, Inside Homes/Remote Sales experience (preferred but not required) 1-2 years of industry experience (preferred but not required) 3-5 years in transferable experience Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Exceptional level of professionalism Strong telephone, interpersonal and communications skills High level of compassion and integrity Strong “one call/visit close” ability Must be able to multi task, set priorities and manage appointments Experience with in-home and/or seminar based sales preferred Proficient computer skills required, with experience working on a tablet preferred Independent, self-reliant, and self-motivated Excellent Customer Service Skills. Conveys information clearly and concisely in written and spoken communication Resolves problems and provides solutions to customers in a timely manner Time management and organizational skills Entry level Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) Reliable transportation Own a Cellphone Work Conditions When considering the work hours associated with this job, the following factors may apply: Work Environment Work indoors and outdoors during all seasons and weather conditions Limited amount of local and/or multiple location traveling Traveling to customer’s homes and local Business Business casual attire is required when in contact with customers. Work Postures Frequent, continuous periods of time standing Sitting continuously for many hours per day May required climbing stairs to access buildings frequently Physical Demands Physical effort requiring manual dexterity is required, includes paperwork, calculators, computers, IPads, and phone usage Move, push and pull up to 25 lbs. Driving to and from appointments Work Hours This outside sales position may require varied work hours depending on customer needs. Travel locally with the distance varying depending on the market. #J-18808-Ljbffr Service Corporation International