Trainee Sales Manager

Our associates celebrate lives. We celebrate our associates. Our associates celebrate lives. We celebrate our associates. Consider the possibilities of joining a Great Place to Work! 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. **Market Share** Help develop marketing programs that complement 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 High school or equivalent Bachelor's degree preferred Experience Sales experience not required Sales Counselor and sales supervisory experience preferred Experience presenting, training, coaching and motivating salespeople and sales forces a plus Licenses Valid state/province driver's license with good driving record Insurance license as required by state/province law and as prescribed by each state board 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 SCI Shared Resources, LLC is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. On request, we will seek to provide appropriate accessibility options to all applicants with disabilities. For any difficulties with the application process, please reach out to [email protected] . *Based on eligibility requirements Compensation: $25.00 per hour plus commissions Benefits: 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 Postal Code: 35211 Category (Portal Searching): Sales Job Location: US-AL - Birmingham Job Profile ID: S00133 Time Type: Full time Location Name: Elmwood Cemetery & Mausoleum