Sales Manager - Protem
Travel Sales Manager to Brookdale Senior Living Communities
Must Have Sales Experience in Product Lines Consisting of:
Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living and Skilled Nursing
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Part and Full Time Benefits Eligibility
- Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Associate assistance program
- Employee discounts
- Referral program
- Early access to earned wages for hourly associates (outside of CA)
- Optional voluntary benefits including ID theft protection and pet insurance
Full Time Only Benefits Eligibility
- Paid Time Off
- Paid holidays
- Company provided life insurance
- Adoption benefit
- Disability (short and long term)
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Health Savings Account
- Optional life and dependent life insurance
- Optional voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity Insurance, and legal plan
- Tuition reimbursement
Base pay in range will be determined by applicant’s skills and experience. Full-time associates in role are also eligible for an annual bonus incentive. Temporary associates are not benefits eligible but may participate in the company’s 401(k) program.
Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. To support our associates in their journey to become a U.S. citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.
The application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of the date of the posting.
Responsibilities
Generates high-volume recurring streams of new move-in revenue for assigned Brookdale communities experiencing non-exempt sales associate vacancies. Prioritizes the outperformance of budgeted sales goals and community revenue targets by efficiently performing all processes and tasks required to close sales. Represents the ideal Brookdale sales professional and promotes a mission-driven sales culture. Employs unique insights gained within one community’s opportunities to optimize sales in the next community assignment. This position will travel to communities within a specified geographic area. Assignments will vary in length and may change with little notice.
- Drives rapid occupancy growth and prioritizes rate integrity where assigned by conducting high-quality daily phone and in-person sales calls that convert to move-ins.
- Maintains a working knowledge of and manages all relevant sales-specific software programs and Customer Relationship Management systems needed to generate high move-in volume, including thorough and accurate data entry and periodic database cleanup.
- Communicates current product information to appropriate community associates daily and as needed, including but not limited to availability, pricing, and concessions. Attends daily stand-up.
- Maintains current working knowledge of relevant competition in markets where assigned.
- Provides accurate and timely move-in forecasts as requested.
- Communicates incoming residents’ needs and preferences to the Executive Director and/or appropriate community associate(s) to enhance customer satisfaction upon move-in.
- Fosters a positive image of each assigned community and the Brookdale brand with all customers, residents, associates, and relevant professional/volunteer influencers.
This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by their supervisor.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business, or related field and one to two years of experience. Additional years of related work experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis up to four years.
Certifications, Licenses, and Other Special Requirements
Works on short-term strategic assignments within specified geographic area. Requires a valid driver’s license and frequent car and/or air travel as needed.
Management/Decision Making
Applies existing guidelines and procedures to make varied decisions within a department. Uses sound judgment and experience to solve moderately complex problems based on precedent, example, reasonableness or a combination of these.
Knowledge and Skills
Possesses extensive knowledge of a distinct skill or function and a thorough understanding of the organization and work environment. Has working knowledge of a functional discipline. Knowledge of sales and marketing to include principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services to include marketing strategy and tactics, sales techniques, and sales control systems. Knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid regulations to include applicable processes for the product line(s) being sold. Knowledge of state regulations impacting or directing the delivery of services. Ability to operate smartphones, personal computers, and related software. Ability to effectively manage time, tasks, and projects in a dynamic environment is required. Ability to build trust and act honestly in relationships with others. Ability to assess and understand customers’ expectations, needs, and circumstances. Ability to work effectively with diverse personalities and to treat people with dignity, respect, fairness, and maturity. Ability to effectively listen and communicate verbally and in writing is essential.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
- Standing
- Walking
- Sitting
- Use hands and fingers to handle or feel
- Reach with hands and arms
- Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
- Talk or hear
- Ability to lift: up to 25 pounds
- Vision
- Requires interaction with co-workers, residents or vendors
- Occasional weekend, evening or night work if needed to ensure shift coverage
- Requires Travel: Frequently
Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.
Brookdale is a Great Place to Be:
- Gracious hospitality and neighborliness for our residents and families.
- Home-like feel and all-around comfort for residents and visiting family members.
- Entertaining events and gatherings so our residents can find connections in groups and 1:1 settings.
- Industry leader in clinical care.
- Nationwide company with 589 communities as of November 30, 2025, offering many opportunities to grow and learn as a sales professional.
- Extensive corporate support including a robust training program.
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Marketing Manager
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