Assistant Sales Manager

Groundworks; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base pay + bonus/commission

Employee Ownership Program

Tuition Reimbursement

2 weeks PTO + 6 holidays

Medical/Dental/Vision

Job summary

Groundworks in Columbia, SC, is hiring an Assistant Sales Manager to support the Sales Manager at the branch. You will lead a team of Outside Sales Representatives, coach them to meet branch and company targets, and drive customer satisfaction across the sales force.

Home-office travel within the territory is expected, with a base pay plus bonus/commission and extensive professional development through our Branch Manager in Training Program and Employee Ownership benefits.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience leading a sales team.
• In-home sales experience preferred but not required.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and customer-service skills.

Responsibilities

• Assists in presenting professional sales proposals to customers.
• Trains Outside Sales Representatives to meet targets.
• Ensures product knowledge and customer needs are understood.
• Conducts ride-alongs to improve techniques and processes.
• Manages a book of business and follows up on leads.

Skills

Team leadership

In-home sales

Sales strategy

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

Organization

Job description

Groundworks, North America's leading and fastest-growing foundation repair and water management specialist, is growing and we’re looking for leaders who want more than a title—they want ownership, influence, and the opportunity to build something that lasts.As a leader at Groundworks, you’ll take responsibility for people, performance, and results while being supported by the strength of an award-winning organization. We empower our leaders with the tools, training, and autonomy to run their business effectively—and through our employee ownership program, your impact is tied to shared, long‑term success. If you’re motivated by accountability, development, and leading high‑performing teams, Groundworks offers a platform to grow your career and your influence.The Assistant Sales Manager plays a pivotal role in supporting the Sales Manager at the Branch location by championing key organizational initiatives focused on enhancing sales productivity. This dynamic individual actively contributes to the development of strategies aimed at improving sales processes while collaboratively leading a team of Outside Sales Representatives. Their efforts are integral to driving customer satisfaction initiatives across the sales team, ensuring a cohesive and effective approach to achieving overall sales and organizational success.Duties and ResponsibilitiesAssists to ensures the sales team provides a thorough, effective and professional presentation to each customerAssists in the training and development of Outside Sales Representatives to meet individual, branch and company sales targetsAssists to ensure team possess product knowledge, understanding of marketing techniques and the ability to relate to customer needsConducts ride-a-longs with Outside Sales Representatives to improve techniques and processesAssists in handling customer concernsLeads by example and represents the brand with confidence and professionalismRuns warm leads and prospects own book of businessIt is an essential function of this job that the employee regularly and reliably reports to work on time each working day.All other duties as assignedQualificationsIn-home sales experience preferred, but not required2-3 years of experience leading a team of sales individualsExceptional communication and problem-solving skillsStrong work ethic, integrity, humility and desire to build an industry-leading sales teamProven leadership ability to influence, develop and empower team to achieve objectives with a strong team focus and approachSuperior knowledge of sales techniquesHighly organized and efficientDedication to providing great customer serviceWorking ConditionsFull timeOnsiteFrequent travel within the territory with sales teamWhat We Offer:Competitive base pay + position specific bonus and/or commission programBest-in-class Branch Manager in Training Program to help you start strongContinued support through professional development & annual SummitsCompany cell phone, vehicle and fuel card (eligibility based on position)Performance opens doors to elite recognition, trips & eventsAnnual Tribe Appreciation Tour, holiday & volunteer eventsUpward mobility - we promote from within 80% of the timeWhen you win, you own it—our Employee Ownership Program lets you share the upside.Tuition Reimbursement Program - we invest in your development!Work-life balance - 2 weeks PTO and 6 paid holidaysUS: Affordable and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, long & short-term disability, company-paid life insurance, 401(k) and company match & paid maternity leaveCanada: Affordable and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, long & short-term disability, and company paid life insuranceThe anticipated salary range is the expected hiring range for this role in South Carolina is $35,763.63 - $42,074.86. Final compensation will be based on an evaluation of each candidate's qualifications, relevant experience, demonstrated capabilities, and work location.401 Gamble Drive Columbia, SC 29201