Sales Manager

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven sales manager to oversee our Kornick & Berliner Monument location in Chicago on Devon Ave. Serving Chicagoland’s Jewish community and families since 1929, we are proud to be the largest family-owned cemetery headstone/monument company in the nation! The ideal candidate must be bilingual in Hebrew and will be responsible for establishing and cultivating relationships with area funeral homes, cemetery sextons and families in order to provide tailored products and services to fit their unique needs.

What will you do in this position as Sales Manager (why you will love doing it)

• Pursue meaningful work with a sense of purpose by helping families design custom memorials for their loved ones that generations will cherish for a lifetime!
• Experience connections with your customers like no other sales position by providing superior service with sensitivity and professionalism.
• Capitalize on existing leads and current accounts while leveraging these relationships to further grow sales.
• Earn unlimited commissions (with the security of a base salary) by expanding the customer base and developing new customer sources through outside sales prospecting.

• Advance your professional development through a customized training program and design certifications.
• Ability to focus on what you do best – connecting with families, funeral home directors, and cemetery sextons ensuring each client receives a quality product.
• Dedicated team to support your efforts, ideas, and sales goals.
• Work in a recession-proof industry representing a trusted partner in the community for the last 95 years.

What are we looking for in a Sales Manager?

• Hebrew speaking required along with familiarity with Jewish customs and traditions.
• Previous retail or commission sales required.
• Entrepreneurship mentality taking ownership of the overall success of the location.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Attention to detail and precision in completing tasks.
• Ability to work independently with reliable attendance.
• Strong computer skills (SAP/ERP experience helpful).
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Previous experience with drawing/sketching helpful, but not required.

What do we offer?

• Competitive salary plus commission and bonus with no cap on commission. First year earnings between $55k - $75K.
• Schedule will consist of working 9:00am – 5:00pm five days a week, with rotating Sundays 10:00am – 2:00pm (off on Saturdays).  
• Full-time employment at a stable, growing company with a stellar 135-year reputation.
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Plus, matching 401(k), paid vacation, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement and more.
• Opportunity to work at a company where individuals are recognized and contribute significantly and directly to our success.

PTMC is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer