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Director of Sales (Senior Independent Living)

Discovery Senior Living, Fort Myers, FL, United States


Position Highlights

  • Status: Full Time
  • Schedule: Monday–Friday 9:00am–5:00pm; evenings and weekends as needed
  • Location: Fully on-site – Fort Myers, FL
  • Compensation: $65,000 base salary + On‑Target Earnings $107,000+ (base + commission at 100% goal attainment) with uncapped earnings

What You’ll Do

  • Execute all facets of the company’s Sales Playbook, including discovery, tours, follow‑up, objections, and closing
  • Achieve monthly and quarterly move‑in and revenue goals by advancing leads through the sales process
  • Build, nurture, and maintain referral networks through external outreach, presentations, and business development
  • Manage inquiries from all lead sources, providing timely responses and professional follow‑up
  • Conduct personalized tours and discovery meetings to connect with prospective residents and families
  • Maintain accurate CRM data to track leads, activity, and conversion metrics
  • Plan and execute community marketing initiatives and sales events to drive qualified leads
  • Conduct competitive market analysis and provide actionable insights for pricing and positioning strategies
  • Partner with the Executive Director and Regional Sales Leadership to align on marketing, revenue goals, and promotional strategies
  • Collaborate with clinical and operations teams to ensure smooth and positive move‑in experiences for residents and families
  • Prepare and present sales reports, monitor KPIs, and evaluate performance metrics to ensure achievement of occupancy targets
  • Represent the community with professionalism, integrity, and compassion in all interactions

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Public Relations, or related field preferred
  • Minimum 2 years of sales and marketing experience, preferably in senior living, healthcare, or a related industry
  • Proven record of achieving sales targets and occupancy goals
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • Experience using CRM systems to manage leads and track performance
  • Strong communication, presentation, and relationship‑building skills
  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
  • Professional, compassionate approach with a resident‑ and family‑first mindset
  • Willingness to work onsite, conduct tours, and attend community and networking events (local travel required)

Benefits You’ll Enjoy

  • Competitive pay with early access to earned wages
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Paid training and growth opportunities
  • Uniforms (where applicable)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Volunteer time off
  • Wellness‑related benefits

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. EOE D/V

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