Sales Consultant

Inspire Communities; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision coverage

Retirement match

Job summary

Inspire Communities is seeking a motivated Sales Consultant to guide prospective residents through home-buying or rental choices and deliver exceptional service. You will manage inquiries, showcase available homes, and help close deals while building lasting relationships with residents and the community.

You will track market trends, ensure move-in readiness, and represent the brand at local events, contributing to thriving manufactured housing and RV resort communities.

Qualifications

• Sales-driven and goal-oriented with a customer-first mindset.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Able to stay motivated and productive in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Guide prospective residents through home-buying or rental process.
• Close sales and rental transactions and process applications.
• Build strong relationships with future and current residents to drive satisfaction and retention.
• Stay market-savvy by tracking sales and rental trends.
• Ensure inventory is move-in ready and well presented.
• Represent the brand at local events and community partnerships.

Skills

Sales-driven

Exceptional communicator

Resilient & motivated

Tech-savvy

Customer-focused

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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:

Are you a driven and customer-focused sales professional who thrives on helping people find their perfect home? Do you enjoy guiding clients through the home-buying or rental process with confidence and expertise? If so, we want YOU to join our team!

At Inspire Communities, we believe that finding a home should be an exciting and seamless experience. As a Sales Consultant, you'll be the key connection between prospective residents and their future homes. Your role will go beyond selling -you'll build relationships, create memorable experiences, and help grow thriving communities.

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.
• 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.

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.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Sales experience required (real estate or property management experience a plus!).
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.

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.