Carriage Services
Advanced Planning Counselor - Outside Sales Representative
Carriage Services, Corpus Christi, Texas, United States, 78417
Advanced Planning Counselor - Outside Sales Representative
At
Carriage Services , we are united by our purpose of creating premier experiences through innovation, empowered partnership, and elevated service. As a member of our team, you'll join a dynamic community dedicated to setting new standards in the Funeral and Cemetery profession. Join us on this exciting journey as we continue to shape the future of our industry.
Carriage Services
is an equal opportunity employer.
The Outside Advanced Planning Representative is accountable for assisting families who need to make pre‑need funeral and cremation arrangements, with the selection of services and merchandise, ensuring the expectations of client families and their guests are exceeded. Seeking an Advanced Planning Sales Counselor for
Seaside Memorial Park located in Corpus Christi, Texas .
Job‑Type Full‑Time
Location Seaside Memorial Park located in Corpus Christi, Texas
What We Can Offer
Earn competitive compensation that you control by setting and closing appointments (typical average of $75,000 a year with no earning cap).
Enjoy the freedom of being your own boss, setting your schedule and balancing work and life priorities.
Possession (or ability to obtain) a life insurance license or ability to obtain one will give you professional credentials to use now and in the future. We promote from within!
Must Have Qualifications
A desire to make money while helping people
Strong telephone, interpersonal, and communication skills
High level of compassion and integrity
Independent, self‑reliant, and self‑motivated.
Must be able to multi‑task, set priorities and manage appointments.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required; some college or college degree preferred.
Proven track record of success in outside sales production strongly preferred.
May require the possession (or ability to obtain) an insurance license as required by applicable law.
Valid driver’s license in good standing and acceptable driving record.
Minimum of 2 years of sales experience.
Ability to read, write and speak English fluently - Bilingual is a plus.
Job Duties
Meet with client families on a pre‑need basis to ensure that they are presented with all options pertaining to funeral and cremation services and the related merchandise.
Work independently away from the location to solicit new leads, referrals, and sales opportunities.
Proactively create and make sales away from the location with little to no supervision.
Spend no more than 20% of time at location or in the office.
Establish a professional relationship with client families to ensure that all needs are being met.
Represent the company in a professional and caring manner, maintaining a professional personal appearance and employing honesty, integrity, and ethical methods of performing duties.
Develop new prospects and community‑based contacts through various methods, including cold calling, telephone solicitation, seminar attendance, and referrals.
Maintain positive and proactive communication and cooperation with all departments to ensure a smooth service process for the family.
Actively participates in all required location and company training initiatives.
Reports all progress to the Sales Manager (or Unit Leader) as directed, completing and submitting all required reports in a timely manner.
Responsible for adhering to pricing structures, completing all paperwork accurately and timely, and for submitting all contracts, required documents, and payments to the business office within required deadlines.
Benefits
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance
Carriage Services is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive environment for all employees.
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Carriage Services , we are united by our purpose of creating premier experiences through innovation, empowered partnership, and elevated service. As a member of our team, you'll join a dynamic community dedicated to setting new standards in the Funeral and Cemetery profession. Join us on this exciting journey as we continue to shape the future of our industry.
Carriage Services
is an equal opportunity employer.
The Outside Advanced Planning Representative is accountable for assisting families who need to make pre‑need funeral and cremation arrangements, with the selection of services and merchandise, ensuring the expectations of client families and their guests are exceeded. Seeking an Advanced Planning Sales Counselor for
Seaside Memorial Park located in Corpus Christi, Texas .
Job‑Type Full‑Time
Location Seaside Memorial Park located in Corpus Christi, Texas
What We Can Offer
Earn competitive compensation that you control by setting and closing appointments (typical average of $75,000 a year with no earning cap).
Enjoy the freedom of being your own boss, setting your schedule and balancing work and life priorities.
Possession (or ability to obtain) a life insurance license or ability to obtain one will give you professional credentials to use now and in the future. We promote from within!
Must Have Qualifications
A desire to make money while helping people
Strong telephone, interpersonal, and communication skills
High level of compassion and integrity
Independent, self‑reliant, and self‑motivated.
Must be able to multi‑task, set priorities and manage appointments.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required; some college or college degree preferred.
Proven track record of success in outside sales production strongly preferred.
May require the possession (or ability to obtain) an insurance license as required by applicable law.
Valid driver’s license in good standing and acceptable driving record.
Minimum of 2 years of sales experience.
Ability to read, write and speak English fluently - Bilingual is a plus.
Job Duties
Meet with client families on a pre‑need basis to ensure that they are presented with all options pertaining to funeral and cremation services and the related merchandise.
Work independently away from the location to solicit new leads, referrals, and sales opportunities.
Proactively create and make sales away from the location with little to no supervision.
Spend no more than 20% of time at location or in the office.
Establish a professional relationship with client families to ensure that all needs are being met.
Represent the company in a professional and caring manner, maintaining a professional personal appearance and employing honesty, integrity, and ethical methods of performing duties.
Develop new prospects and community‑based contacts through various methods, including cold calling, telephone solicitation, seminar attendance, and referrals.
Maintain positive and proactive communication and cooperation with all departments to ensure a smooth service process for the family.
Actively participates in all required location and company training initiatives.
Reports all progress to the Sales Manager (or Unit Leader) as directed, completing and submitting all required reports in a timely manner.
Responsible for adhering to pricing structures, completing all paperwork accurately and timely, and for submitting all contracts, required documents, and payments to the business office within required deadlines.
Benefits
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance
Carriage Services is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive environment for all employees.
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