Entry Level Sales Associate

About the Role

This sales and leadership development position prepares entry-level professionals for sales and leadership roles at Independence Village and StoryPoint communities. It begins with a foundational phase combining industry fundamentals with coaching in consultative selling skills, presentations, and public speaking. Development continues in the areas of team leadership and technical selling skills. Successful participants will be assigned to their own senior community and may eventually expand into regional leadership and coaching responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Work directly with the sales team learning valuable aspects of the organization and professional selling skills.
• Develop a clear understanding of Independence Village and StoryPoint brands.
• Become fully aware of the needs of seniors and their families.
• Speak intelligently and professionally.
• Demonstrate appropriate urgency.
• Successfully develop connections with prospective residents.
• Be proficient in the call center and in-home visits.
• Maintain a continuous commitment to personal development.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Competitive with a strong work ethic.
• Strong self-awareness and ethical behavior.
• Exceptional communication skills.
• Intellectual curiosity.
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking.
• Ability to develop strong relationships.
• Call center proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 1-2 years of working experience.
• Must be able to stand for long periods.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and use hands to handle keyboard, telephone, paper, files, and other equipment and objects.
• Ability to reach with hands and arms.
• Ability to review detailed documents and read computer screens.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to interact appropriately with others.
• Moderate noise level in the work environment.
• Occasional travel to different locations may be required.