Sales and Rental Associate

Inspire Communities, LLC.; Sherman (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Retirement plan with company match

Paid holidays

Vacation & sick time

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Inspire Communities, LLC. seeks a Sales and Rental Associate to close home sales and rentals, manage applications, and drive closings. The role collaborates with the Regional Sales Manager to grow occupancy and revenue across manufactured housing communities.

You will engage with prospective buyers and renters, manage inquiries, and support on-site and off-site business development efforts to expand market presence.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to close sales and manage rental transactions.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and customer-service focus.
• Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Guide prospective residents by showcasing homes and answering questions.
• Close sales and rentals, process applications, and move deals to closing.
• Build relationships with residents to improve satisfaction and retention.
• Manage community fill and assist external business development activities.
• Utilize AI lead system and HubSpot to track customer activity.
• Develop floorplans for sale at ground-up development projects.
• Coordinate with Chattel Finance, Title companies, and manufacturers.
• Lead offsite business development events and travel up to 30% time.

Skills

Sales-driven

Exceptional communicator

Resilient

Tech-savvy

CRM proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM systems

Job description

For more than thirty years, Inspire Communities and its predecessor companies have developed, acquired, and managed manufactured housing communities nationwide. Today we are one of the country's largest owners and operators of manufactured housing communities and recreational vehicle resorts. We create vibrant, affordable communities for working families and retirees and attractive vacation destinations for seasonal travelers. With financial sponsorship from one of the world's largest alternative investment managers, we bring institutional discipline to our entrepreneurial roots and are positioned for continued significant growth.

Why Choose Inspire Communities?

At Inspire Communities, we empower our employees to grow, succeed, and make a difference-both in our communities and in their careers. If you're looking for a rewarding role where your work is valued.

Job Summary

The Sales and Rental Associate, is responsible for closing the sale and rental of homes by meeting with prospective buyers and renters, entering new visitor registration cards into the prospect tracking system, showing inventory homes, submitting new applications for approval, and taking the necessary steps to facilitate closings on deals in progress. This jobholder reports to the Regional Sales Manager and assumes other duties as assigned or apparent.

What You'll Do

• Guide Prospective Residents - Showcase available homes, answer questions, and provide a seamless, supportive experience from first inquiry to move-in.
• Close the Deal - Manage sales and rental transactions, process applications, and ensure all necessary steps are completed for a smooth closing.
• Build Strong Relationships - Foster connections with future and current residents to enhance satisfaction and retention.
• Manage Community Fill and perform external business development duties
• Work with AI Lead System and HubSpot to track Customer Activity
• Develop Floorplans for Sale at Ground-Up Development
• Manage Sales Assistant (based on business need)
• Manage full transaction from initial lead to close working with Chattel Finance company, Title company, and manufacturer.
• Lead offsite business development efforts - Connecting with HR Departments, Visiting Businesses, Attending Conferences and Holding Events (30% Off Site Travel Required)
• Stay Market-Savvy - Track sales, rentals, and industry trends to identify opportunities and refine strategies.
• Ensure Homes are Move-In Ready - Regularly inspect available inventory, maintain property aesthetics, and monitor signage to attract buyers.
• Represent the Brand - Attend local association events and connect with community partners to expand outreach.
• Visits inventory homes regularly and completes model checklists.
• Maintains Company brand with company-approved signage and flags.
• Visits local retailers and participates in local association events.

What We're Looking For

• Sales-Driven & Goal-Oriented - You have a passion for closing deals and helping people find the right home.
• Exceptional Communicator - You can engage, persuade, and build trust effortlessly
• Resilient & Motivated - You're persistent and bounce back from setbacks with a positive attitude.
• Tech-Savvy & Detail-Oriented - Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM systems is a plus.
• Customer-Focused - You anticipate and respond to customer needs with enthusiasm and care.

What We Offer

At Inspire Communities, we value our employees just as much as we value our residents. We offer the following benefits to our full-time (30+ hours per week) employees:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance with multiple plans so you can choose the coverage that best suits the needs of you and your family
• Financial Wellness & Savings: Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts, (FSA) and other options to help manage expenses with eligible plans
• Retirement savings program with a company match
• Competitive time off, including ten holidays, vacation, sick time, and more
• Work-Life Balance Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), LifeBalance discounts, and other wellness resources
• Professional development resources and opportunities, including tuition reimbursement for qualifying programs

Inspire Communities is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to recruit, examine, hire, train, promote, discipline, or discharge, as well as every aspect of personnel policies, work assignments, work environment, and other benefit and privileges of employment, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs and free from illegal discrimination. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition), genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military or veteran status, or any other protected under federal, state, or local law. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or apply for a position, email [e-mail] with your request.