Sales Manager

Job Description Basic FunctionManages the sales and marketing function in an Aaron's store. Major emphasis on telephone and floor sales, direct marketing, new customer growth, customer service program and store merchandising. Reports directly to the General Manager Supervises Customer Service Representative(s) and Product Technician(s) with GM direction.Responsibilities Include:The acquisition and maintenance of customersSetting weekly and monthly sales goals and staging productsUpdate goal board dailyEnsure execution of the sales & Flow, including telephone sales and showroom salesEnsure execution of the YES Program of Customer ServiceGenerate new business through apartment community/business accountsCreate and implement marketing strategies in the community to generate new salesEnsure that the showroom floor is merchandised as per guidelinesEnsure that all merchandise is accurately pricedEnsure compliance with the No-Holes PolicyPerform routine service calls and product exchanges (per first up system)Handle service issues for customers immediatelyResolve customer opportunities immediatelyAssist General Manager with product ordering, including planning for future sales and eventsClean and certify merchandise in the Certification Zone for all items personally returnedResponsible for maintaining the store's warehouse in a neat and orderly mannerConfirm customer identification, collect money and obtain customers signature on lease agreementsReview and close lease agreements (per first up system)Monitor and ensure efficient operation of the certification zoneAssist general manager in stock balancingOther tasks as assigned by managementPosition requiresPosition routinely requires lifting, loading, and "dollying" merchandise 50-300 pounds All skills necessary to effectively perform all functions in the store. Good communication and interpersonal relationship skills Strong telephone etiquette and skillsGood organizational skills Professional appearance. Good driving skillsLicensure and Background requirementsSatisfactory MVR (driving record), D.O.T. physical/certification in states that require it, drug screen, criminal background investigation with job performance reference check and required testing, a valid Driver's License and compliance with the Company's Driver Qualification Policy