Job Description
Looking for that career where you can have a direct impact on helping people? With a company that actually makes something? A product that is deeply personal and impactful to those who need it? Welcome to Johnson Monument Company! We are seeking a full-time sales representative for our Chippewa Falls, WI location. Johnson Monument Company joined Peter Troost Monument Company, based in IL, a family-owned business established over 130 years ago. Considered a leader in our industry, we are proud to be the largest family-owned monument company in the nation! Experience, trust, and artistry define who we are.
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.
WHAT WILL YOU DO IN THIS POSITION?
- Successfully sell our full range of products and services and follow up with prospects.
- Assist with providing all of the Johnson Monument funeral homes and outside sales agents with any necessary support.
- Assist the senior sales manager with generating new business by leveraging relationships with community contacts, funeral directors, and contacts within the industry. Additionally, develop new customer sources through outside sales prospecting of park districts, architects, cemeteries, veterans’ groups, etc.
- Properly and completely prepare all necessary paperwork related to the sale.
- Provide post-sale customer support as needed.
- Properly calculate selling prices and accurately process orders, including specifying all necessary details of materials, style, measurement, finish, and design.
- Make follow-up phone calls and/or send letters to prospective customers. Send marketing materials.
- May attend networking events such as funeral home and cemetery association meetings.
- Collect, record and account for all funds in accordance with company policies.
- Maintain a friendly, professional relationship with funeral directors, their staffs and cemetery personnel.
WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
- Must be available to work 2 Saturdays a month 9am – 1pm from March 1st– Oct 1st.
- 5 years of sales experience required; preferably experience in commission sales.
- Excellent knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services.
- Drawing/design ability.
- Detail oriented.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to excel in a multi-tasking environment.
- Include any community involvement on resume.
WHAT DO WE OFFER?
- Employment at a stable, growing company with a stellar 130-year reputation.
- Benefits include competitive pay with first year earnings potential between $45,000 - $55,000 with no cap on commissions, full benefit package, paid holidays, paid vacation, and 401K Plan with company match.
- Opportunity to work at a company where individuals are recognized and contribute significantly and directly to our success.
PTMC 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 status.
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