Sales Counselor

Everstory Partners; Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, &

Tuition Reimbursement

Anniversary Award for each year of 서비스

Job summary

Everstory Partners in Oak Brook, IL seeks a Sales Counselor to assist families with funeral selections and related services. You will generate leads through walk-ins, calls, and proactive outreach, selling pre-need and at-need products and cemetery merchandise.

This full-time role offers first-year earnings potential from $50,000 to $100,000 with uncapped commissions, plus training pay of $18 per hour for six weeks. Strong customer service, organization, and driving to client meetings are key.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; related business/marketing/sales education preferred.
• 1 year of sales experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license and access to a personal vehicle; travel to client/community events with mileage reimbursement.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel and Outlook).
• Experience working with a CRM is preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, and discretion in handling sensitive information.
• Availability to work some holidays, evenings, and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Sell pre-need and at-need funeral services and cemetery merchandise.
• Assist families with funeral selections and arrange services.
• Generate leads through walk-ins, inbound calls, and proactive outreach.

Skills

Sales

Communication

Organizational skills

Discretion

CRM experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; business/sales education preferred

Tools

MS Office

CRM software

Job description

Job Type

Full-time

Job Description

• Estimated first-year earnings range: $50,000 - $100,000
• Uncapped commission and earnings.
• Training Pay of $18.00 per hour for 6 weeks.
• This position sells pre-need and at-need funeral services and inventory as well as cemetery services, property and merchandise.
• The Sales Counselor assists families with funeral selections and attends services.
• Leads are generated through a combination of walk-ins, inbound calls and proactive lead generation and prospecting.

Why Everstory

At Everstory Partners, our mission is to create supportive spaces where individuals and families can find solace, meaning, and hope in the midst of loss. At the heart of our mission is a deep understanding of the profound and complex nature of grief. Every person’s journey through loss is unique, and we are committed to providing compassionate and personalized support.

We also believe that grief is not a problem to be solved or a burden to manage alone, but rather a natural and beautiful part of the human experience. Backed by our national strength and our local partners’ role is to be a steady presence, a source of comfort and guidance, and a partner in celebrating the life and legacy of the person who has passed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required with some additional education preferred in a related area such as Business, Marketing, and/or Sales.
• 1 year of sales experience preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and access to a personal vehicle. Offsite appointments will occur in this role including meetings with clients and community events. Mileage reimbursement is provided for travel associated with job duties.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Microsoft Excel and Outlook) required.
• Experience working in a CRM (lead management system preferred).
• Strong attention to detail with problem solving skills.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and planning skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to maintain a high level of discretion and confidentiality when handling sensitive information.
• This position requires availability to work some holidays, evenings and weekends as needed.

Our Investment in You

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D and STD Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Anniversary Award for each year of service
• Career Advancement and Training - Aspiring Managers Program
• Everstory Cares - Employee Assistance Fund
• Legend Award Program
• Funeral and Cemetery Benefits
• Employee Referral Bonus
• 401k with Company Match

Everstory Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to employing a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.

The pay range for this role is based on a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions regardless of race, gender, age, religion, or any other protected characteristic. They include skill set, experience and training, licensure and certification, and other business and organizational needs. This range estimate has been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. Compensation decisions are dependent on the circumstances of each hire.

Salary Description

Targeted First Year Earnings: $50,000 - $100,000