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Service Corporation International

Provides funeral services, cemeteries, & cremation

Sales Professional - Inside Sales

Field SalesPosted on Nov 11
Full-timeEl Paso, TX, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or GED is required.
  • At least 1 year of customer service or direct sales work experience is required.
  • A current state-issued driver's license and an acceptable driving record are required to drive company-owned vehicles.
  • A life insurance license is required where required by the state regulatory board.
  • Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English is required.
  • Computer skills and professional verbal communication skills are required.
  • Willingness to work in the death industry is required.
  • The candidate must be available to work nights, weekends, and overtime.
  • The candidate must pass the company's internal presentation certification within 30 days of employment.
  • The role requires the ability to build professional and trusting business relationships; reason, plan, identify problems, comprehend ideas, learn quickly, learn from experience, and apply learning to new situations; keep projects moving by identifying obstacles to management; and comply with company policies, including punctuality, attendance, and workplace safety, while projecting a favorable company image.

Responsibilities

  • Connect with families by listening, communicating honestly, and showing genuine concern to understand each family's needs, culture, and concerns.
  • Present electronic presentations explaining services, products, and property options; drive a company vehicle to show cemetery plots or columbarium niches; discuss options and answer customer questions; enter selections into an electronic contract; obtain documents verifying customer authorization; review selections and obtain the customer's signature; and obtain a life insurance policy or payment, or discuss payment options.
  • Follow up with families as arrangements progress, address issues or changes, and resolve concerns as the primary contact.
  • Collaborate with funeral and cemetery teams to provide seamless service; take initiative to resolve customer concerns by discussing concerns and options with team members or management, obtaining authorizations, and following up in person, by phone, or by email.
  • Greet and escort immediate family members, attend visitations, services, and receptions to answer guest questions or resolve issues, and obtain warm leads from attendees who express interest in pre-need arrangements.
  • Review warm leads for potential customers, place outgoing calls to establish initial contact, listen to needs, and schedule formal appointments; provide industry marketing materials; confirm appointments at least 24 hours beforehand and reschedule as needed; and prepare based on customers' previously disclosed needs.
  • Maintain leads in the SalesForce.com database and monitor progress toward a 4-to-1 close rate.
  • Use online training tools to gain knowledge and skills and rehearse presentations for continual improvement.
  • Learn to apply knowledge and skills in the business environment; complete routine work under guidance and established procedures, with work reviewed for accuracy and quality; comply with regulations and policies; escalate non-routine issues for assistance; and remain accountable for behavior.
  • Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Discuss assignments, expectations, priorities, and deadlines with the manager, and seek guidance and coaching.
  • Adjust effectively to new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures.

Desired Qualifications

  • College coursework at the sophomore level is preferred. In lieu of college courses, an additional two years of directly related work experience in business administration, sales, or marketing may be considered.

About the Company

Service Corporation International

Provides funeral services, cemeteries, & cremation

SCI is the leading provider of death care products and services in North America, operating funeral homes and cemeteries under the Dignity Memorial brand. It offers end-of-life services such as funeral planning, cremation, and cemetery property and services, delivering a consistent experience under Dignity Memorial. Its large, geographically diverse footprint with a mix of standalone and combined funeral-home/cemetery locations gives broad access and a standardized service offering. Its goal is to serve families with comprehensive, value-based death care and maintain market leadership in North America.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Houston, TX
Founded
1962

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