Full-Time

Sales Associate

Arbor Homes

Arbor Homes

51-200 employees

Builds new homes in affordable communities

No salary listed

Columbus, OH, USA

In Person

On-site in Columbus, Ohio; weekend availability required.

Category
Sales & Account Management (1)
Required Skills
Market Research
Sales
Lead Generation

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Requirements
  • Very socially focused
  • Drive to be able to step into the Community Sales Manager role quickly
  • Ability to learn quickly and thoroughly with a high level of detail retention and recall
  • Ability recognize and adjust to change
  • Ability to adjust to variety
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while handling challenges and interruptions, all while maintaining focus on big-picture thinking
  • Setting and achieving specific standards for self and others
  • This position will require working weekends
Responsibilities
  • Assist in attracting potential homeowners by studying competition, building broker relations, obtaining referrals, preparing advertisements, contacting leads, organizing special marketing events, inspecting appearance of models, training model attendants
  • Assist in identifying potential homeowners by greeting visitors at models, entering registration information, identifying needs, assessing interests, explaining the product and options
  • Assist in the selling of homes by following up with prospects, pointing out product advantages, representing company's interests
  • Develop and implement community marketing plan to draw traffic into communities and to supplement corporate-driven marketing campaigns
  • Maintain rapport with homeowner by communicating progress, resolving homeowner concerns
  • Complete home closing by fulfilling requirements, contractual obligations, and attending closing
  • Maintain professional and technical knowledge by completing company training program, attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications
  • Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
  • Build excitement and enjoy the process of changing our homeowners' lives.
  • Manage multiple projects and customers simultaneously

Arbor Homes builds new homes and neighborhoods in Central Indiana, Kentucky, and Ohio. It designs and constructs houses that are offered at affordable prices, with communities ranging from standard to low-maintenance options. The company expanded its reach by founding Silverthorne Homes for luxury move-up homes and by acquiring Elite Homes, then joining Clayton Properties Group to broaden its footprint. Through these efforts, Arbor Homes aims to increase home ownership by delivering high-quality homes at good value.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Indianapolis, Indiana

Founded

1994

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • May 2026 Louisville Arrival launch adds two more communities and broader market reach.
  • March 2026 Franklin approval unlocks 202 homes, with groundbreak expected before year-end.
  • July 2026 Oakmont Meadows adds 422 homes, expanding Arbor's Southern Indiana pipeline.

What critics are saying

  • Franklin rejected Arbor's first 2025 plan; 2026 approval still faces permit enforcement.
  • Local backlash centers on traffic, water, sewage, drainage, and bait-and-switch accusations.
  • Clayton ownership ties Arbor's fate to Berkshire's housing strategy and capital allocation.

What makes Arbor Homes unique

  • Clayton acquired Arbor Homes in 2018, giving Berkshire-backed capital and operational discipline.
  • Arbor specializes in attainable entry-level homes, launching Louisville prices from $199,995 in 2026.
  • Silverthorne and Arrival products target different buyers while keeping local affordability focus.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Family Planning Benefits

Fertility Treatment Support

Conference Attendance Budget

Wellness Program

Mental Health Support

Phone/Internet Stipend

Home Office Stipend

Stock Options

Company Equity

Hybrid Work Options

Flexible Work Hours

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Professional Development Budget

Remote Work Options

Education allowance

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Certification Support

Mentorship Program

Employee Discounts

Team Outings or Volunteer Events