New Home Sales Trainee

The Drees Company; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision

401(k) savings plan

Paid time off increasing with tenure

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Drees Company in Indianapolis is looking for a motivated New Home Sales Trainee to join their dynamic sales team. This entry-level role offers hands-on training, mentorship, and a clear path to becoming a Sales Representative with commission pay structure.

Responsibilities include learning sales processes, presenting homes, and engaging prospective buyers. Candidates should have a strong customer focus and sales experience is preferred. A competitive salary with bonus potential and a comprehensive benefits package are included.

Qualifications

• Previous sales and customer service experience required.
• Energetic, self-motivated, and eager to learn.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and general computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Learn and apply company sales processes and policies.
• Prospect for new customers and qualify potential buyers.
• Present homes and communities professionally.

Skills

Customer focus

Verbal communication

Self-motivation

Multitasking

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM systems (Salesforce preferred)

Job description

Overview

Drees Homes is a family-owned home builder with a passion for making custom homes easy. For over 95 years, we've cared for our employees and customers—earning recognition as the 19th largest privately owned builder in the country and building a culture of long-tenured employees.

We are proud to be a four-time U.S. Best Managed Company (2022–2025), a distinction sponsored by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal, and to be Great Place to Work® certified for the past four years.

Enrich your career at a company that values integrity, excellence, opportunity, stability, and success.

Headquartered in Fort Mitchell, Kentucky, Drees operates in twelve metropolitan areas: Greater Cincinnati (including Northern Kentucky), Cleveland, and Columbus, Ohio; Austin, Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio, Texas; Indianapolis, Indiana; Jacksonville, Florida; Nashville, Tennessee; Raleigh, North Carolina; and Washington, D.C.

Responsibilities/Qualifications

Build Your Future in Sales

Drees Homes is seeking a motivated and customer-focused New Home Sales Trainee to join our Indianapolis Division. This is an exciting entry point into a rewarding sales career, offering hands‑on training, mentorship, and a clear path to becoming a New Home Sales Representative.

In this role, you’ll gain the knowledge and experience needed to guide customers through the homebuying journey—including product offerings, financing, construction, and warranty. Your training will include on‑site shadowing with experienced sales professionals and structured learning to prepare you for success.

Upon successful completion of the program, you’ll transition into a Sales Representative role with a commission pay structure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Learn and apply company sales processes, contracts, procedures, and policies
• Prospect for new customers and help qualify potential buyers
• Present homes and communities in a professional, engaging manner
• Successfully complete all components of the Sales Trainee Program
• Develop strong knowledge of product lines, floor plans, communities, and local amenities
• Welcome and engage prospective buyers; conduct model home tours
• Maintain a polished and inviting model home environment
• Support the sales team in daily activities and customer interactions

Knowledge and Skills:

• Energetic, self‑motivated, and eager to learn
• Strong customer focus with a positive, can‑do attitude
• Results‑driven with a solid work ethic
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong presentation and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment
• Professional presence and approachable demeanor
• Organized, dependable, and self‑directed
• Familiarity with CRM systems (Salesforce preferred)

Requirements:

• Previous sales and customer service experience required (retail or service industry preferred)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and general computer skills
• Bachelor’s degree preferred (business or related field ideal)

Compensation & Schedule

• Competitive base salary with bonus potential
• Clear path to a Sales Representative role
• Weekend and evening availability required

Premier Benefits to Support YOU:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental and vision
• Life, AD&D, and critical illness insurance
• Wellness rewards
• 401(k) savings plan
• Profit Sharing
• Paid time off increasing with tenure
• Tuition reimbursement
• Long and short disability and Parental leave
• Employee discount program on the purchase of a Drees Home
• Employee Assistance Program and much more!

Summary

Equal Opportunity Employer / Drug Free Workplace