*D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S.*, was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high-quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. Please visit our website atwww.drhorton.comfor more information. *D.R. Horton, Inc.*is currently looking for a*_Sales Area Manager_*. The right candidate will manage, train and motivate sales staff in a specific geographic area. Handle buyer calls and issues, sign all documentation related to home purchase and close. *Essential Duties and Responsibilities*include the following. Other duties may be assigned. * Manage and supervise all sales staff in a specific geographic area, including interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems * Enforce company policies * Recruit and hire future Sales Representatives * Train/motivate the sales force * Oversee grand openings and new phases * Complete competitive analysis on product, features, and neighborhoods/amenities * Meet or beat set sales goals * Perform realtor outreach (realtor breakfasts, lunches, office presentations) * Create new incentives for neighborhoods * Work with the Marketing Department and division management on advertising * Work with Sales Representatives on all marketing promotions * Conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company *Supervisory Responsibilities* Directly manages two or more employees in the Sales Department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. *Education and/or Experience* * Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university * Four to six years related experience and/or training * Must have a vehicle and a valid driver’s license * Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral form or via DRH applications * Proficiency with MS Office and email *Preferred Qualifications* * Strong communication skills * Creative thinking and attention to detail Come join a winning team with a Fortune 500 company! We are growing fast and are looking for enthusiastic attitudes and team players to join our success. We offer an excellent benefits package including: * Medical, Vision and Dental * 401(K) * Employee Stock Purchase Plan * Flex Spending Accounts * Life Insurance * Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays */Build YOUR future with D.R. Horton, America’s Builder. #WeBuildPeople2/**//* Followus on social media @hortoncareers for an inside look at our company and connect with us on LinkedIn for up-to-date job listings! LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram **Job:** **Sales* **Organization:** **Home Builder* **Title:** *Sales Area Manager* **Location:** *South Carolina-Bluffton* **Requisition ID:** *2406473*