Summary
 

Responsible for the successful marketing (sales, renewals, and/or service) of group and/or individual accounts for products as defined by production quotas within assigned territory. Customarily and regularly engaged in outside sales.

Preferred Experience: Three years previous outside sales experience including customer service.  Active Department of Insurance Licenses in Health, Life, and Accident.

Description
 

Location: Richland County, SC

What You'll Do:

• Develops and executes marketing plans for new sales and/or retention of existing accounts within assigned territory. Prepares and presents proposals and communications to groups, agents, and/or individuals.

• Develops and maintains professional relationships with groups, agents, and/or individuals. Assesses agency, agent, group, and/or individual sales opportunities and works with groups, agent, and/or individuals to resolve problem issues.

• Conducts on-going market research and provides key information that may lead to sales. Prepares and submits required marketing reports to management detailing how best to position company products.

• Maintains product/industry knowledge and marketing skills by attending trading seminars, continuing education classes, conferences, etc.

Required Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Education:

• Bachelor's Degree, any major.

Required Work Experience:

• One-year sales and marketing.

Preferred Work Experience:

• Three years previous outside sales experience including customer service. 

• Active Department of Insurance Licenses in Health, Life, and Accident

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to develop/maintain effective relationships with groups, agents, and potential customers. 

• Knowledge of marketing principles, techniques, and the marketplace. 

• Effective presentation and customer service skills. 

• Analytical or critical thinking skills. 

• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills. 

• Effective organizational skills. 

• Ability to persuade, negotiate, or influence others. 

• Ability to handle confidential or sensitive information with discretion.

• High level presentation skills

• Ability to work independently while being part of a team.

Required Software and Tools:

• Microsoft Office. Excel, Access, or other spreadsheet/database software. 

Required License and Certificate:

• Department of Insurance Licensure must be obtained within 60 days of hire in state employed. Licensure must be maintained while in job.

Work Environment:

• Flexible work hours to include evenings, weekends, and holidays.

• Work will involve day travel, meetings, and transportation of materials.

What We can Do for You:

We offer our employees great benefits and rewards.  You will be eligible to participate in the benefits the first of the month following 28 days of employment.  

• Subsidized health plans, dental and vision coverage

• 401K retirement savings plan with company match

• Life Insurance

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations

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