General Sales Manager

Role Overview

The General Sales Manager will oversee branch sales, supervise sales staff, and manage a team of independent contractors. The role requires driving business growth, managing sales teams, and effectively articulating sales strategy. Ideal candidates are proactive problem solvers with good judgment, excellent communication skills, and a positive personality.

What You Will Do

Responsibilities include overseeing branch sales, supervising sales staff, managing a team of independent contractors, leading educational sales meetings, performing on-site sales classes, addressing customer issues, and filling in for sales staff during time off or high-volume periods.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The right fit for this role will enjoy ‘rolling up their sleeves’ and taking ownership of the role, with a self-motivated and growth-oriented approach. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of related experience, including experience managing and driving performance, leading teams, and managing employees.

Requirements

• Problem solver who takes a proactive approach to resolve issues with a sense of urgency and improving service
• Good judgment with the ability to make decisions with discernment, considering all sides
• Demonstrated ability to communicate, present and influence credibly and effectively at all levels of the organization
• Positive, dynamic, and enthusiastic personality
• Superior interpersonal skills with the ability to interact and communicate and build relationships with various personalities
• Self-starter who can work independently with the motivation to grow
• Flexible and able to manage shifting priorities or demands in a growing, fast-paced organization with a matrix management reporting structure
• Efficient and organized with the capability to prioritize and use time effectively
• 5+ years of related experience including experience managing and driving performance, leading teams, and managing employees
• In-home sales experience needed
• Experience within the home improvement industry is preferred but not required
• Familiarity with diverse flooring products and installation processes (hardwood, carpet, tile, laminate, etc.) is a plus
• BA/BS or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
• Basic Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
• Must be able to effectively articulate and train one on one or small groups

Benefits

• Premium 401k Investment Plan with a dollar for dollar 3% match
• Medical Insurance with several plan options including a Health Savings Account
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance and AD&D
• Short-term & Long-term Disability
• Ancillary Insurance for Accident, Critical Illness, Long-term dependent care, and more…
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation time that grows with years of service
• An employee discount purchasing program