Sales Associate Position Available In Marion, Florida

Sales Associate Equity LifeStyle Properties Ocala, FL 34472 JOB SUMMARY Responsible for demonstrating homes and resort amenities to prospective buyers and completing paperwork or forms associated with the tracking of prospective customers and the sale of these homes. Must be able to effectively communicate with individuals of all levels on a daily basis to list and sell homes.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

Show an average of _ homes and all community facilities to all prospective buyers, with a goal of approximately _ customers per day. Must be able to travel throughout the community on a golf cart and walk through each home and facility with the client. Must be able to present the features and benefits of the homes and the community. Conduct preliminary sales screening of potential buyers on the phone. Coordinate purchases by writing sales contracts and representing the Company. This may include the calculation of sales tax and monthly payment plans as well as running credit checks. Interface with residents and buyers to list and sell homes. Must keep an up to date listing of available homes and send “Thank You” notes to all customers. Work with the resort manager, regional sales manager and/or regional manager to develop the community sales & marketing plan in a manner consistent with the community business plan. Maintain good resident relations through ongoing communications and an all-encompassing attitude of courteous respect and customer service without unlawful or improper discrimination. Accomplish required administrative tasks accurately, thoroughly, efficiently, on time and with a good sense of priorities and in compliance with company policies. Consult with and solicit input of the resort manager, regional sales manager or regional manager, keeping him/her fully informed through informal communications as well as accurate written reports. Order and Coordinate with contractors, the regional manager, or the regional vice president of sales to ensure timely completion of new home set ups, if applicable.

OTHER JOB DUTIES

Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, you must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or five or more years real estate sales experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Language Skills
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Mathematical Skills
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discount interest commissions proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. Reasoning Ability
• Ability to define problems collects data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Computer Skills
• To perform this job successfully, you should have above average ability to perform word processing and data entry into spreadsheets, Microsoft Word and Excel preferred. Must possess knowledge of sending and receiving email as well as retrieving information from the Internet. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
• If applicable by state, Sales Associate must have or be able to obtain a sales license for the specific state. Valid Drivers’ License required. Other Skills and Abilities
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with customers, co-workers, managers and residents.

Possess excellent organization and project management skills, leadership skills as well as the ability to manage and complete multiple tasks simultaneously. Must have the ability to analyze operations and initiate changes to improve property performance.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and climb or balance. The employee must occasionally lift and /or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions; wet and/or humid conditions; extreme cold and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; and moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. This position may require the employee to work weekend hours.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$15.00

• $16.

00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Shift:

Day shift Morning shift

Work Location:

In person