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Merrill Gardens

Director of Sales

Merrill Gardens, Olympia, Washington, United States

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Merrill Gardens, a privately-owned family company with a proud history of success, is currently hiring a Director of Sales (DOS) to lead sales initiatives across multiple communities in their assigned region. Apply now to join one of the most respected senior living operators in the country!

Family means everything to us.

From the communities we create to the connections we make with residents, everything we do is rooted in our history as a fifth-generation family business.

We build on that family with the people we hire and the teams they form. As a family company, we can do things differently, and for the past 30 years, our long‑term commitment to team members has been unsurpassed.

Location: Washington State (PNW)

We offer our team members:

Highly competitive pay and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance)

Company‑paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Hybrid work schedule with flexibility based on regional travel needs

Paid time off – 9 holidays, 15 vacation days

5 personal days (eligible employees)

401(k) with company match and immediate vesting

Company‑paid short & long‑term disability insurance

Fitness reimbursement, pet insurance discounts, tuition reimbursement, and public transportation reimbursement

A stable, growing company with opportunities for advancement

The Director of Sales is responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

Driving sales for assigned communities and meeting or exceeding occupancy and revenue targets

Developing and implementing sales and marketing plans with General Managers (GMs) and Community Relations Directors (CRDs) to maintain or increase occupancy at 94% or higher

Monitoring CRM database usage and sales processes, holding CRDs accountable to standards and best practices

Conducting regular community site visits, providing actionable feedback and post‑visit reports

Managing commission structures, referral agency contracts, and vendor relationships

Overseeing lease‑ups and guiding communities toward stabilization within budgeted timelines

Training and coaching GMs, CRDs, and CRAs on sales processes, CRM usage, and strategy development

Representing Merrill Gardens positively in the market and recruiting key community‑level team members as needed

Analyzing competitive shops and market data to inform sales strategies

If you are someone with:

High School Diploma or equivalent (required)

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, or related field (preferred)

5–7 years of sales and/or marketing experience, including 1–2 years of management experience

Senior Living industry experience (preferred)

Strong leadership, communication, and coaching skills

Ability to travel extensively across assigned region

Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance

Physical Requirements: This role may involve regular use of a computer, extensive travel between communities, and occasional lifting (up to 20 lbs.). Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Actual pay rate within stated pay range is determined based on relevant factors in compliance with state and local wage laws.

Consider applying to become a Director of Sales with the Merrill Family of Senior Living Communities!

Yes, You Can have a meaningful Career!

Our mission is to provide an inspiring environment for our residents, families, and team members where every life is defined by the possibilities.

Merrill Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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