Sales Professional

Cairn-Partners; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Grandon Funeral and Cremation Care in Ames, Iowa is seeking a driven Sales Professional to guide families in preneed funeral and memorial planning. This role emphasizes building lasting relationships and delivering comprehensive guidance with a trusted team.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in sales, strong communication skills, and the ability to operate independently with a reliable vehicle. First-year income potential ranges from $60k to $80k, with incentives to motivate performance.

Qualifications

• Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to connect with clients.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Minimum 2+ years of sales experience; appointment setting and consulting favored.
• Must be organized, self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Must have reliable vehicle for transportation.

Responsibilities

• Advise individuals and families on preneed funeral and memorial planning.
• Build lasting relationships and guide clients through planning processes.
• Meet or exceed first-year income targets through sales efforts.
• Utilize CRM and lead generation tools provided by the company.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Sales experience

Self-motivation

Organization

Vehicle required

Education

IA Life License or ability to obtain one

Job description

Immediate need for an enthusiastic and driven Sales Professional looking to join a dedicated team at a trusted funeral service provider. We are seeking an individual who possesses the ability to build lasting relationships with individuals and families to provide them with comprehensive guidance regarding preneed funeral and memorial planning.

Grandon Funeral and Cremation Care has been serving the members of the Ames, Iowa community since 2008. We are proud to be Ames’ only locally owned and represented funeral care center.

Helping families create lasting legacies is more than a job – it’s our calling. Join us to embark on a meaningful career where you can make a positive impact on others' lives while achieving your professional goals.

• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to connect and empathize with clients
• Strong communication abilities, both verbal and written
• 2+ years in sales is preferred, with appointment setting and consulting experience
• Other professional career backgrounds will also be considered
• Must be organized, self-motivated, and able to work independently
• Use of a reliable vehicle for transportation
• Current IA Life License or the ability to obtain one
• First-year Income Potential: $60k - $80k
• Yearly Sales Incentives
• Lead Generation Programs
• Customer Relationship Management Tools provided

We offer a competitive performance-based compensation package, state-of-the-art technology, 1-year formal training and comprehensive sales support.