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Assistant Sales Manager – Funeral Pre-Planning Sales

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About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Assistant Sales Manager to join our Saskatchewan team. In this dual role, you will both actively sell funeral pre-planning services and provide leadership to our sales team across Saskatchewan (Saskatoon and Regina). The ideal candidate possesses excellent interpersonal skills, sales acumen, and the ability to guide others with empathy and professionalism.

Responsibilities

Sales Management (50%)

• Support the Sr. Sales Manager in developing and implementing sales strategies to meet or exceed company targets
• Monitor sales team performance and provide regular feedback
• Assist in setting individual and team sales goals

Direct Selling (30%)

• Actively sell funeral pre-planning services to prospective clients
• Conduct presentations to explain the benefits of pre-planning to individuals and groups

Training & Development (10%)

• Provide coaching and mentorship to sales representatives
• Identify individual strengths and areas for improvement among team members

Recruiting (10%)

• Assist in identifying and recruiting sales talent
• Participate in the interview process for new sales representatives

Qualifications

Required

• Ability to complete the required provincial licensing
• 3+ years of successful sales experience, preferably in funeral services or related industries
• 1+ years of leadership, training, or mentoring experience
• Strong understanding of consultative sales approaches
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends
• Travel between markets will be required (30%)

Preferred

• Experience in funeral services, insurance, or estate planning
• Knowledge of CRM systems and sales analytics tools
• Licensed and/or Familiarity with regulations related to funeral services within the province