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Builder Sales Representative - Lafayette, LA

Dsld Homes

The Role

Overview

Assist homebuyers through the sales journey while generating new home sales.

Key Responsibilities

  • crm management
  • lead generation
  • showings
  • model home
  • sales presentation
  • client communication

Tasks

-Daily interaction with the public in-person, and over the phone via email, text or phone call. -Maintain a professional image of self and company. -Work is typically sedentary but some walking and light lifting is required along with general cleaning to maintain homes. -Network and facilitate presentations to realtors and hold open houses. -Maintain consistent and thorough communication with multiple buyers during the construction process and after closing. -Responsible for high level of activities including prospecting, follow up, setting appointments, using CRM tools, showing homes and home sites, preparing contract paperwork, conducting color appointments, scheduling walk through, communicating with lenders, and prepping for closing. -Travel from community to community for showings. -Set up community social events and stay within budget. -Weekend work is required and answering cell phone on days off to help customers is customary. -Maintain office supply budget and do not exceed amount allotted. -Attend sales meetings and participate in sales training. -Develop, practice and deliver an outstanding sales presentation consistent with company training. -Respond to customer inquiries promptly and professionally. -Ensure model home is organized, well stocked, clean and smells great. All spec homes and model homes need to be maintained as show ready at all times. -Work is generally performed in a typical office environment at the model home using standard office equipment. -Generate leads and referrals through marketing efforts both initiated by DSLD and the builder rep. -Have an understanding of the construction process, products used in building the home and the construction timelines. Effectively communicate this information to the buyer. -Drive sales process and deliver outstanding customer service. -Travel to company office for meetings.

Requirements

  • college degree
  • 2-5 years
  • customer service
  • computer skills
  • driver’s license
  • sales quotas

What You Bring

-Great verbal communication skills and strong listening skills. -Strong customer service skills. -Fast paced environment subject to several interruptions with priority changes with short notice. -Knowledge of the financing and title processes. -Reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and valid motor vehicle liability insurance are required. -Proven ability to achieve sales quotas. -Required to travel to model home for daily activities. -College degree preferred. -2-5 years of experience in Sales. -Proficient computer skills. -High School diploma.

Benefits

-Benefits are offered as part of the compensation package. -DSLD Homes offers a benefits package for full-time employees that includes, but is not limited to, medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) with employer match, long term disability, life insurance, and paid vacation and holidays. -Training is provided for this position for a designated period of time. Because this training period is essential in learning about our company and the job responsibilities, DSLD Homes offers a pay guarantee during this time before the employee transitions into a fully commissioned pay level. The commission range is based on potential sales for the community at a fixed percentage and can fluctuate based on total sales. -Initial compensation is a guaranteed pay during the training period, but will transition to 100% commission.

The Company

About Dsld Homes

-Founded in 2008 and incorporated in 2006, it quickly grew into one of the largest privately held builders in the South. -Its hallmark is repeatable, efficient design—building affordable, energy-star homes across communities in Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Florida, Texas, and Tennessee. -Typical projects include master-planned, single-family and build-to-rent communities, often featuring tight building envelopes and low-E windows. -DSLD’s integrated model stretches from land acquisition through mortgage, title, and close-in-30-days services.

Sector Specialisms

Residential

Commercial