Sales Assistant

Lifespace Communities; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Lifespace Communities is seeking a Sales Assistant at Friendship Village of Bloomington to grow interest from new leads, conduct telemarketing and engaging sales presentations, and welcome prospective residents with hospitality at the sales office. You will maintain contact with prospects, document activities in REPS, and support the sales team in marketing plans.

Starting pay is based on experience, with compensation aligned to qualifications.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor's degree preferred in marketing, business, education, or psychology.
• Two-three years of applicable sales experience preferred.
• Compensation is based on experience and qualifications.
• Starting pay determined by level of experience and competencies.

Responsibilities

• Generate interest from new leads and follow up inquiries.
• Conduct telemarketing and sales presentations with timely collateral follow-up.
• Welcome prospective residents and guests and provide hospitality at the sales office.
• Provide back-up support for the director of sales through ongoing contact with prospective residents.
• Maintain accurate records in the Leads Management System (REPS).
• Assist with development of the community marketing plan and monitor advertising effectiveness.
• Coordinate logistics for sales events and lead-generation activities.

Skills

Telemarketing

Sales presentations

Hospitality

Lead tracking

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in marketing, business, education, or psychology

Tools

REPS Leads Management System

Job description

Community:

Friendship Village of Bloomington

Address:

8100 Highwood Drive

Bloomington, Minnesota 55438

Pay Range

$20.18-$27.79+ Hourly

Live your purpose. Grow your career. Thrive through teamwork. Create meaningful, personalized experiences.

At Lifespace, team members are at the center of delivering a purpose driven experience for our residents! We provide an environment where each team member can live their aspirations, developing in their career, making a difference, and being a part of a meaningful mission. Join our dynamic Sales team as our new Sales Assistant today!

A few details about the role:

• Generate interest from new leads, follow-up on inquiries and generally answer questions about the community.
• Conduct telemarketing and sales presentations with follow-up of collateral material mailed in a timely manner.
• Welcome prospective residents and guests to the sales and marketing office. Provide hospitality to all guests to the sales office.
• Provide back-up support for director of sales through ongoing contact with a prospective resident via telephone, personal visits, tours, events, seminars, and home visit activities as appropriate.
• Manage all information relating to the prospective resident/inquiry: communication with administration, communication with direct supervision and accurate documentation of all contacts in the Leads Management System (REPS).
• Assist with the development of the community marketing plan.
• Monitor and provide information regarding the effectiveness of the advertising and marketing program.
• Coordinate logistics for sales events, such as lead generation and conversion events.

And here's what you need to apply:

• Associate or bachelor's degree in marketing, business, education, or psychology field is preferred.

• Two-three years applicable experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Compensation is based on experience and qualifications.

• Pay is commensurate with experience.

• Starting pay will be determined by skills, experience, and internal equity.

• Pay determined by level of experience and position-related competencies.

Lifespace has successfully served older adults for 50 years, and this is just the beginning. With new opportunities, continued growth, and the support from your Lifespace team members, get ready to ignite your life and experience Our Space.

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Lifespace Communities, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit senior living organizations. For over 50 years, we have been dedicated to creating vibrant communities across the country where older adults are empowered to live their aspirations with purpose, independence, and peace of mind. Driven by a commitment to exceptional service, innovation, and meaningful connections, our team members work together to enrich the lives of our residents every day. At Lifespace, you'll find more than a career, you'll find an opportunity to make a lasting impact while growing professionally in a collaborative, mission-driven organization.

Equal Opportunity Employer