Sales Manager

Sales Manager In TrainingOur associates celebrate lives. We celebrate our associates. Consider the possibilities of joining a Great Place to Work Open doors you never realized existed. We'll change everything you might have ever thought about working in the funeral services industry. This isn't your typical job. But we're not your typical company either. SCI was ranked on Selling Power's "50 Best Companies to Sell For" list for 2015 This ranking was determined by our compensation, training, reputation, and consumer growth. We are growing our sales team by 30% this year to meet the increasing demand for our products and services. This opportunity represents unlimited potential for income, leads, and career advancement This is not just a job. It's a meaningful career in sales that makes a difference in the lives of people we serve while providing you an opportunity you will love.If you qualify, the position offers: Outstanding Compensation and Bonus Potential (base salary + bonus) Best in class Professional Training and Materials Full Benefit Package Advancement OpportunitiesWe are currently seeking a Sales Manager in Training located in San Antonio, TX. As a Sales Manager in Training, you will be trained in every aspect of the Sales Manager position by shadowing the Sales Director, other Sales Managers, as well as other key personnel. The Sales Manager Trainee is responsible for coaching our Sales Staff acting as their primary reference regarding customer service and satisfaction, prospecting, product knowledge, sales presentations, closing skills, prices, terms, paperwork, and sales guideline interpretation. This position will equip you with the tools and training necessary to become a successful Sales Manager. Your responsibilities will include, but not be limited to the following:Promote SalesBe an active member of the selling team to learn the sales processEnsure that location sales quotas are achievedRecruit sales representativesProvide sales staff with proper training regarding sales techniques, legal requirements, and company products, policies, and proceduresReview and evaluate sales staff performanceHandle personnel issues and problemsConduct weekly sales meetingsEnsure all contracts/paperwork are completed and returned accurately and in a timely mannerWork in the field with the sales team (ride with staff on presentations)Local travel to other locations may be requiredDo you want to make a difference? Are you looking for a high earning sales career? If so, don't just make a move. Let us help you take your career to the next level.Requirements & QualificationsSales Management Trainee experience of 1-2 years requiredExperience in the Funeral or Cemetery Services Industry strongly desiredBilingual Spanish requiredHigh level of comfort using computer systems within a sales environmentPrevious experience with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems is a plusHigh level of integrity, dedication, and desire to succeedDesire to help others and earn a competitive incomeAbility to work well as part of a team and independentlyCreative, outgoing, and energeticComfortable with in-home sales and conducting group presentationsA good driving record and valid driver's licenseSolid work historyThis position may require the associate to obtain and maintain an insurance license in any state in which he/she conducts sales. To obtain the insurance license, the candidate must meet the requirements of Assurant's background check process which includes, but is not limited to, a criminal history and credit check.SCI OverviewWho we are. What we do. We're more than North America's largest provider of funeral, cremation and cemetery services. We are mothers, fathers, sisters, brothers, sons and daughters who are devoted to the communities where we live and work. We are more than 20,000 dedicated individuals who provide caring assistance to families in need, honor veterans and public servants and deliver lifesaving programs to help keep children and seniors safe. We operate under the umbrella of the Dignity Memorial network of 1,800 funeral homes and cemeteries. Dignity Memorial providers care for more than 300,000 families each year and understand the importance of thoughtful, personalized arrangements. We believe creating meaningful ways to pay tribute to a loved one begins with compassion and is shaped by the understanding that each life is truly unique. For us, there is no greater responsibility than honoring and preserving the story of one's life.Benefits Options:Health benefits (medical, dental, vision, life)401K Retirement Savings Plan with company matchVacation and sick timeTuition reimbursementFuneral discounts, and moreSCI offers advanced on-line training resources, career advancement opportunities in the largest organization in the industry, attractive benefits, and a wonderful community to serve with plenty of culture and personality.Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/VCompensation: $20.50 to $26.60 per hourBenefits: Medical*Dental*Vision*Flexible Spending Accounts (health care and dependent care)*Health Savings Account with Company Contribution*Sick Leave*Short-Term Disability*Long-Term Disability*Life Insurance*Voluntary Accidental Death or Dismemberment Insurance*Dependent Life Insurance*SCI 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company match*Employee Assistance Program