Area Sales Manager

ALG Senior; Grantsboro (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Company-paid life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Gardens of Pamlico is seeking an Area Sales Manager to oversee sales and marketing for two or more senior living communities in North Carolina, driving occupancy and promoting each community’s unique offerings.

You will build relationships with prospective residents, families, referral sources, and partners; manage the lead pipeline in CRM; collaborate with marketing on local campaigns; and mentor the sales teams to achieve occupancy targets and a high‑performance culture.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Healthcare Administration, or related field preferred.
• Proven sales or marketing experience in senior living or healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Oversee sales and marketing strategies for 2+ senior living communities, driving occupancy.
• Build and maintain relationships with prospective residents, families, referral sources, and partners.
• Collaborate with marketing to execute local campaigns and events.
• Manage the lead pipeline in CRM and ensure timely follow-up.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/marketing/healthcare

Tools

CRM (Yardi preferred)

Microsoft 365

Job description

Are you a results-driven sales leader passionate about building relationships and driving occupancy in senior living communities?

The Gardens of Pamlico is seeking an experienced Area Sales Manager to oversee sales and marketing efforts across multiple communities, ensuring growth and success at The Gardens of Pamlico.

Why Join The Gardens of Pamlico?

At The Gardens of Pamlico, we foster a culture of compassion, leadership, and growth—for our residents and our team. We offer:

• Competitive pay rates with bonus potential


• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance


• Paid time off and holidays


• Ongoing professional development opportunities


• Company-paid life insurance


• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Sales Leadership: Oversee the sales and marketing strategies for 2 or more senior living communities, driving occupancy and promoting the unique offerings of each community.


• Relationship Building: Establish and maintain strong relationships with prospective residents, families, referral sources, and community partners to generate leads and increase awareness.


• Marketing & Outreach: Collaborate with the marketing team to develop and execute local marketing initiatives, including events, outreach programs, and digital campaigns to attract new residents.


• Lead Management: Manage the lead pipeline, track progress through CRM systems, and ensure timely follow-up to convert inquiries into move-ins.


• Performance Monitoring: Regularly assess sales performance, set achievable goals, and create strategies to meet or exceed occupancy targets across all assigned communities.


• Team Support: Work closely with community leadership and the sales team at each community to provide guidance, mentorship, and sales training, ensuring a high-performance culture.


• Reporting & Analysis: Track and report on sales activities, lead conversion rates, and occupancy metrics, presenting findings and recommendations to senior leadership.


• Market Research: Stay informed about local market trends, competitor offerings, and industry developments to help position the communities for success.


• Customer Service Excellence: Ensure a high level of customer service and satisfaction throughout the sales process, maintaining a positive reputation within the community and industry.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Healthcare Administration, or related field (preferred)


• 3+ years of experience in sales or marketing within the senior living or healthcare industry (required)


• Proven success in meeting or exceeding sales goals and driving occupancy growth


• Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills


• Ability to manage multiple communities and projects effectively


• Proficiency in CRM systems, Yardi preferred and Microsoft 365


• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (required)


• Compassion for and a desire to work with the elderly