Job Description
Job Description
Benefits / Perks
- Competitive hourly pay rate plus commission and / or bonuses
- Paid Time Off
- Opportunity for Advancement, if desired
Company Overview
We believe people are an organizations most valuable asset, and their ideas and experiences matter. From our CEO to our agency force, were committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture that empowers innovation that will inspire, protect, and restore our customers dreams in ways never imagined.
Job Summary
The Sales Representative role markets, prospects, and sells American Family Insurance products in all product lines. Maintains effective customer relationships, understands customers' needs, and matches them with appropriate product and service offerings. Promotes brand awareness through participation in agency and community events.
Responsibilities
Develops knowledge of the local market dynamics for business development opportunities for all product linesHelps the Agency grow by using consultative selling techniques to sell insurance products to new customersProactively cross-sells and or coordinates with agency team members to provide additional coverage to existing customersProspects for new business through leads, telephone calls, networking events, trade shows, and personal contacts (Includes leads through COI, social media, B2B and B2C networks, and sales lead groups)Secures new business through individual effort and established lead methodsPrepares quotations and applications and delivers effective presentations in order to close salesQualifications
Will need to be licensed to sell insurance in the State of Minnesota within 30 days of hiring - we will assist with this, as neededWe are looking for someone experienced in sales or someone who has worked in insurance previouslyAbility to work independently to plan, set priorities and organize workActive involvement in the local communityDemonstrated sales and customer service experienceExcellent oral and written communication skillsDemonstrated analytical skillsExperience with PC software applications (Microsoft Office Suites, Internet Explorer, etc.)Experience using a wide range of digital devices such as smartphones, tablets, and laptop computersExperience with social media platforms, including, but not limited to Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, YouTube, Instagram, Google+, LinkedIn, etc.