Sales Representative - Cottondale

Description

D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S., was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. More people choose D.R. Horton than any other builder; and as America’s Builder, we focus on providing high-quality homes designed for all. D.R. Horton also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. Please visit our website at for more information!

Our teams create memorable experiences for our customers and each other! While we are in the business of building homes, #WeBuildPeopleToo; and our people are at the center of every decision. Are you ready to experience the D.R. Horton difference?

About the position:

We are currently seeking a Sales Representative in our growing Birmingham/Tuscaloosa division! Our Sales Representatives manage the sales process, provide superb customer service, source new customers, assist buyers with finding their new home, and ensure a smooth buying experience.

To meet customers’ needs and schedules, our Sales Representatives are expected to work during the traditional weekend. In return, they receive 2 consecutive days off during the week providing more flexibility to take care of life’s responsibilities.

Essential Functions:

• Understand customer goals and challenges in the homebuying process

• Communicate D. R. Horton’s value, vision, and capabilities to meet the customer’s goals

• Establish and maintain relationships with customers, realtors, colleagues, and vendors among others

• Maintain accurate documentation throughout the homebuying process

• Develop networks and source new sales opportunities

• Create marketing plans for establishing new customer relationships

• Attend Sales Meetings

• Other duties as assigned

Competencies:

• Customer Service: Passion for delivering exemplary service. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers. You should also be collaborative and exhibit a positive attitude toward your work and colleagues

• Initiative: Work independently and identify more effective methods of work operation; driven to develop networks

• Communication: Demonstrated ability to interact respectfully with all customers and colleagues. Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills are essential along with the ability to listen intently to others

• Reliability: Is on time; can be counted on and trusted to complete tasks and ensure coverage when absent; is trustworthy; performs well; is consistent in behavior and work

• Technology use: Demonstrates required program skills; adapts to new technologies; troubleshoots technological problems; uses technology to increase productivity; keeps technical skills up to date.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree or 2 years of related work experience

• Demonstrated interest in pursuing real estate career

• Valid driver’s license and reliable form of transportation; must possess ability to drive in daytime or nighttime conditions

• Ability to travel between communities as needed

Preferred Qualifications:

• Licensed to sell real estate in Alabama

• Previous sales experience, knowledge of industry is highly desired

• Previous CRM software experience

Working environment:

Sales Representatives work out of model homes and are responsible for the appearance of the homes. There is regular exposure to outside weather conditions and moderate noise levels. Candidates should be comfortable frequently communicating with customers and possess the ability to stand or walk for 4 hours, up to 8 hours as well as sit for extended periods; kneel and bend at the waist; traverse up or down stairs; move across unlevel terrains; use hands to handle or feel objects and reach; possess close, distance, color, and peripheral vision; as well as ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds regularly.

Compensation:

Compensation is 100% commission based, putting our Sales Representatives in control of their future.

D.R. Horton offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes, but is not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• 401(k)

• Vacation, Sick, Personal Time, and Company Holidays

• Life Insurance

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Note: Statements included in this description are intended to reflect in general, the duties and responsibilities of this position and are not to be interpreted as being all-inclusive

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Job

: Sales

Primary Location

: AL-Hoover

Organization

: Home Builder

Schedule

: Full-time

Job Posting

: Aug 25, 2025, 5:00:00 AM