District Sales Manager Trainee - February 2026 Start

Division or Field Office:

Sales & Marketing Division

Department of Position: Sales Plng & Agency Rltns Dept 

Work from:

Home, within assigned territory Salary Range:

$55,261.00 - $88,274.00 *

salary range is for this level and may vary based on actual level of role hired for

*This range represents a national range and the actual salary will depend on several factors including the scope and complexity of the role and the skills, education, training, credentials, location, and experience of an applicant, as well as level of role for which the successful candidate is hired. Position may be eligible for an annual bonus payment.

This posting will be available until Thursday November 6, 2025 at 11:59 p.m.  There are multiple trainee positions available.  Applicants that are selected to move to the next steps of the process will be contacted in mid-November 2025.  All applicants will receive updates as soon as they are available.  For organizational planning purposes, the target start date for this training program will be February 23, 2026.

 

 

At Erie Insurance, you’re not just part of a Fortune 500 company; you’re also a valued member of a diverse and inclusive team that includes more than 6,000 employees and over 13,000 independent agencies.  Our Employees work in the Home Office complex located in Erie, PA, and in our Field Offices that span 12 states and the District of Columbia. 

Benefits That Go Beyond The Basics

We strive to be Above all in Service® to our customers—and to our employees. That’s why Erie Insurance offers you an exceptional benefits package, including:

• Premier health, prescription, dental, and vision benefits for you and your dependents. Coverage begins your first day of work.
• Low contributions to medical and prescription premiums. We currently pay up to 97% of employees’ monthly premium costs.
• Pension. We are one of only 13 Fortune 500 companies to offer a traditional pension plan. Full-time employees are vested after five years of service.
• 401(k) with up to 4% contribution match. The 401(k) is offered in addition to the pension.
• Paid time off. Paid vacation, personal days, sick days, bereavement days and parental leave.
• Career development. Including a tuition reimbursement program for higher education and industry designations.
   

Additional benefits that include company-paid basic life insurance; short-and long-term disability insurance; orthodontic coverage for children and adults; adoption assistance; fertility and infertility coverage; well-being programs; paid volunteer hours for service to your community; and dollar-for-dollar matching of your charitable gifts each year.

 

Position Summary

The training portion of the program will be held virtually, and selected individuals will work from home within ERIE’s operating footprint during the approximately 22-week program.

 

Are You a Leader?

ERIE is searching for elite talent to join our team of District Sales Managers (DSMs) through our premier sales management training program!
This program offers a comprehensive view of our business operations and outstanding opportunities for advancement — in fact, many of ERIE’s current leaders began their careers as DSMs.

This salaried, sales management position offers:

• Challenging and meaningful work in an exceptional environment

• A lucrative sales incentive bonus program

• A comprehensive Total Rewards package, including industry-leading relocation benefits

What Sets You Apart

You’re not just looking for a job — you’re looking for a career that challenges, inspires, and empowers you to lead. The most successful District Sales Manager Trainees are driven, adaptable professionals who bring energy, confidence, and a genuine desire to make a difference.

You’ll stand out if you:

• Lead with purpose. You’re a natural motivator who brings out the best in others through coaching, collaboration, and accountability.

• Think strategically. You connect big-picture goals with day-to-day execution, turning insight into measurable results.

• Excel through relationships