Advance Planning Specialist

Newcomer Funeral Service Group; Massillon (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Voluntary life and child life coverage

Legal, accident, and critical illness

Funeral benefits

401(k) eligibility after 60 days with

Paid time off

Job summary

Newcomer Funeral Service Group in Massillon, Ohio seeks an Advance Planning Specialist who shares our Core Values to help families plan ahead by arranging funeral and cremation services before need.

This sales position features a base salary, commissions, bonuses and benefits. You will connect with prospective families, follow up on leads, build referral networks and balance compassion with results, while representing Newcomer with professionalism and care.

Qualifications

• Qualified applicants will possess a high school diploma (associate’s degree or higher preferred).
• One year of experience in sales or related area.
• Must be a licensed insurance agent or able to acquire licenses.
• Enjoy working with people and helping them select services and merchandise.
• Basic office and computer skills; strong organizational skills and detail orientation.

Responsibilities

• Help individuals and families plan ahead by making funeral and cremation arrangements prior to need.
• Connect with prospective families, follow up on leads and identify opportunities to help more people.
• Develop local community connections, build referral networks and represent Newcomer professionally.
• Balance compassion with results to meet sales goals and provide a respectful experience.

Skills

Communication

Sales experience

People skills

Attention to detail

Licensing: insurance agent

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree or higher preferred

Tools

Office software

Job description

We are looking for an Advance Planning Specialist who shares our Core Values of Excellence, Trust, Care and Growth to join our team in Massillon, Ohio. In this role, you will help individuals and families plan ahead by making funeral and cremation arrangements before the time of need, giving them the opportunity to make thoughtful decisions without the pressure of an immediate loss.

This is a sales position offering a base salary, commissions, bonuses and benefits. Successful Advance Planning Specialists are compassionate, confident communicators who are comfortable discussing sensitive topics and building genuine relationships with families and members of the community. You will use company-provided tools and resources to connect with prospective families, follow up on leads and identify opportunities to help more people understand the benefits of planning ahead.

Strong community relationships are an important part of this role. You will have the opportunity to develop connections with local organizations, build referral networks and generate your own leads while representing Newcomer with professionalism and care.

Above all, we are looking for someone who can balance compassion with results. You should be motivated to grow your business, meet sales goals and provide an experience that leaves families feeling informed, respected and confident in the decisions they have made.

Qualifications

• Qualified applicants will possess a high school diploma (though an associate’s degree or higher in a related field is preferred).
• One year of experience in sales or a related area.
• They must be a licensed insurance agent or have the ability to acquire the necessary licenses.
• You enjoy working with people and helping them select from a range of services and merchandise.
• Basic office and computer skills are a required.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail are vital to ensure that all arrangements are made to each family’s satisfaction.

Compensation

Uncapped earning potential with total annual compensation typically ranging from $65,000 to $100,000+ based on performance. Monthly and quarterly bonus opportunities available.

• health, dental, and vision insurance
• company-paid life insurance
• voluntary life and child life insurance
• legal, accident, and critical illness coverage
• funeral benefits
• 401(k) eligibility after 60 days with company match after one year of employment
• paid time off