Job Description

Looking for a career where you can have a direct impact on people? A company that actually makes something? A product that is deeply personal and impactful to those who need it? Welcome to Peter Troost Monument Company! We are proud to be the largest family-owned monument company in the nation now in our fifth generation. Our employees are known for their professionalism, creativity and design excellence. We take the time to know each customer individually and listen to their loved one’s life story. Then we create a memorial that meets their unique needs.

If you thrive on providing superior customer service; if you are an innovative high-energy individual with sales experience, then this is the place for you! Join us and watch your creations become treasured family heirlooms. Visit our website at www.troost.com

WHAT WILL YOU DO IN THIS POSITION?

• Skillfully and successfully sell our products and services.
• Initiate and follow-up with customers to recommend, sell, answer questions, and resolve customer concerns; provide post-sale customer support.
• Oversee all operations for your location including monitoring of orders, accounts receivable, bank deposits, etc.
• Regularly attend networking events such as funeral home and cemetery association meetings.
• Maintain and send marketing materials to prospective customers.
• Identify new revenue opportunities and proactively network within the community.
• Conduct sales presentations.
• Attend sales seminars, sales meetings or other educational activities.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• 7 years of sales experience required; preferably experience in commission sales.
• Excellent knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services.
• Detail oriented.
• Solid computer skills.
• Drawing/design ability helpful.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to excel in a multi-tasking environment.
• Include any community involvement on resume.

WHAT DO WE OFFER?

• First year earnings potential starting at $45,000. We offer a full benefit package, in addition to 401k, paid vacation, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement and more; plus, no evening hours required and closed on Sundays.
• Full-time employment at a stable, growing company with a stellar 130-year reputation.
• Opportunity to work at a company where individuals are recognized and contribute significantly and directly to our success.

This company is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected class.

Company Description

Peter Troost Monument Company also includes the following monument companies as part of the Peter Troost family based out of Hillside, IL: Elmhurst Cemetery, Johnson Monument Company, Krause Monument Co., Lancaster Monument Co., and Haertel Monument Co., to name a few. We are considered a leader in our field with over 130 years experience, 20+ locations in four states and over 90 employees. We are the largest privately-owned monument company in the United States. While cemetery memorials are still our primary focus, our product offerings have grown to include commemorative plaques, brick fundraisers, commercial signage, park benches and veterans memorials. To learn more about our company visit us at www.troost.com