CEMETERY SALES MGR

Key Responsibilities

• Drive pre-need and at-need sales of cemetery properties, merchandise, and services.
• Meet and exceed monthly and annual sales goals and bonus targets.
• Educate families on the value of pre-planning cemetery arrangements to ensure informed decision-making.
• Manage the complete sales cycle, from prospecting to closing, while maintaining accurate sales records.
• Ensure pricing integrity and adherence to all company policies and regulatory guidelines.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with families, funeral homes, and community organizations.
• Actively participate in community outreach programs to promote cemetery pre-planning services.
• Address and resolve customer concerns or complaints in a professional and compassionate manner.
• Ensure all sales activities align with budgetary goals and cost control measures.
• Monitor and manage overtime costs, ensuring approval from your supervisor for any overtime hours.
• Maintain accurate sales records, contracts, and customer agreements in compliance with company policies; retain client information in confidence and preserve privacy of sensitive client financial account information.
• Regularly assess sales trends and develop strategies to enhance revenue and operational efficiency.
• Oversee and manage operational tasks for the location.
• Adhere to all company policies, state laws, and federal regulations, including FLSA requirements.
• Accurately clock in and out for all work hours, ensuring full compliance with timekeeping policies.
• Secure pre-approval for any personal or direct report overtime requests.
• Ensure that all transactions and customer interactions are documented properly and meet regulatory federal and state requirements.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Proven sales experience in a quota-driven environment.
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work with grieving families in a compassionate, empathetic, and professional manner.
• Proficiency in CRM systems, contracts, and sales reporting.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Experience with Google Workspace and/or Microsoft Office programs.
• Ability to navigate email and to create and manage documents.