Clayton Homes Sales Professional - Gastonia, NC

About the position

The Sales Professional at Clayton Homes is responsible for creating a world-class home buying experience by guiding customers through the process of selecting a floor plan, choosing options, and coordinating the construction of their new home. This role emphasizes customer connection, integrity, and continuous learning, with a focus on achieving sales targets and enhancing customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers in identifying floor plans and selecting options for their new homes.
• Coordinate the construction process for customers' selected homes.
• Maintain customer files and provide timely follow-up with prospective buyers using the company's CRM system.
• Help select inventory and maintain the appearance of model homes.
• Develop and execute a strategic sales and marketing plan to increase home center traffic.
• Present display homes to potential buyers, demonstrating features and benefits.
• Set appointments for home center visits by converting ad calls and web leads.
• Participate in all sales meetings, training opportunities, and company-sponsored functions.
• Collaborate with team members and assist with miscellaneous duties as required.

Requirements

• At least 6 months of relationship-driven business to consumer sales experience preferred.
• General understanding of the retail environment.
• Ability to obtain appropriate manufactured home sales licensing.
• Learn and comply with legal requirements that apply to the sale of manufactured homes.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Ability to excel and contribute to a team environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work required schedule, including Saturdays.
• Professional demeanor and appearance.
• Ability to walk the lot and show homes throughout all seasons.
• Ability to move and lift furniture and promotional items (up to 75 lbs).
• Subject to criminal background check and drug screening.

Benefits

• Flexible health, dental, and vision benefits package.
• Competitive 401K programs with investment options and company matching after one year.
• Paid parental leave.
• Employee Assistance Programs.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Paid time for volunteering through the Clayton Impact program.
• Holistic wellness programs covering physical, nutritional, social, financial, spiritual, and occupational aspects.