Assistant Sales Manager

Groundworks; SOUTH PLAINFIELD (NJ); On-site; USD 44,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay + bonus

Employee ownership program

Company vehicle & fuel card

Tuition reimbursement

2 weeks PTO

6 paid holidays

Summits & events

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Groundworks, North America's leading foundation repair and water management specialist, seeks a dedicated Assistant Sales Manager to support the Sales Manager at our South Plainfield, NJ branch. You will coach Outside Sales Reps, drive sales processes, and ensure top-notch customer interactions while representing a fast-growing, employee-owned company.

In this full-time role, you’ll lead by example, conduct ride-alongs, and help the team meet branch targets.

Qualifications

• In-home sales experience preferred, but not required.
• 2-3 years of experience leading a team of sales individuals.
• Exceptional communication and problem-solving skills.
• Strong work ethic, integrity, humility and desire to build an industry-leading sales team.
• Proven leadership ability to influence, develop and empower team to achieve objectives with a strong team focus and approach.
• Superior knowledge of sales techniques.
• Highly organized and efficient.
• Dedication to providing great customer service.

Responsibilities

• Assists to ensures the sales team provides a thorough, effective and professional presentation to each customer
• Assists in the training and development of Outside Sales Representatives to meet individual, branch and company sales targets
• Assists to ensure team possess product knowledge, understanding of marketing techniques and the ability to relate to customer needs
• Conducts ride-a-longs with Outside Sales Representatives to improve techniques and processes
• Assists in handling customer concerns
• Leads by example and represents the brand with confidence and professionalism
• Runs warm leads and prospects own book of business
• It 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 assigned

Skills

Leadership

Sales leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Customer service

Team motivation

Sales techniques

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 New Jersey is $43,711.11 - $51,424.83. Final compensation will be based on an evaluation of each candidate's qualifications, relevant experience, demonstrated capabilities, and work location.2624 Hamilton Blvd South Plainfield, NJ 07080