Horizon House, an upscale retirement community on Seattle's First Hill, has an immediate opening for a full-time Sales/Marketing Associate. Working with and under the direction of the Marketing Director, the Sales/Marketing Associate is a key member of the Horizon House sales team serving as a liaison with other departments in the new resident move-in process. S/he will actively participate in the customer service program for the organization. Office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Some Saturday and weekend hours may be necessary as may extended weekday time if required for special projects, events or meetings with prospective residents.
The essential duties of the Sales/Marketing Associate are: builds relationships with prospective residents by actively working the Wait List and making follow-up calls; generates leads and closes sales; conducts facility tours and prospective resident consultations, leading to additions to the Wait List and closure of IL apartment sales; coordinates new resident move-ins with appropriate Horizon House departments and moving companies; works with Renovations Department to assure timely and responsive communications with new residents throughout the renovations process. In addition theSales/ Marketing Associate participates in marketing presentations and events, maintains REPS data base, participates in organizational Quality Improvement and other committees as requested, and completes other projects as assigned by supervisory staff.
Successful candidates must demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a command of the English language, sales ability and leadership skills as well as a sincere interest in working with or on behalf of older adults. The Sales/Marketing Associate provides skill and experience in the context of a relationship-based sales culture and supports the advancement of customer service throughout Horizon House by modeling excellent customer services practices and principles. This position requires a proven record of successful high end sales, proven expertise in relationship marketing, excellent computer skills, familiarity with spreadsheets and cost projections forecasting sales quotas and goals. Customer Relations experience is desirable. A minimum of five year experience in sales and marketing procedures is required. College degree preferred.
Horizon House offers 100% paid health insurance benefits, a generous retirement match, discounted covered/secure parking OR largely-subsidized and pre-tax mass transit passes. There is an on-site gym of which employees have full use and a clinic - free flu shots! The pay range is $20.50-25.50/hour and commission and bonus depending upon experience. Add to that a generous paid-time-off program, Employee Assistance Program, Employee Development Fund for continued education, an excellent recognition program, in-house supervisory training and leadership development, and Horizon House is one of the best places to work in the Seattle area. We have a beautiful facility with wonderful residents who show their appreciation in many ways.
If you have the qualifications we are looking for and believe you'd be an asset to our team, please send your cover letter and resume to: Horizon House, Sales/Marketing Associate position, 900 University, Seattle, WA 98101 or please click "Indeed Apply". No phone calls, please. Horizon House is a drug and alcohol-free employer; criminal background and drug test must be completed upon contingent offer of employment. See full job description at www.horizonhouse.org. EOE
