Agency Sales Manager II - Property and Casualty

Company: Sentry
Location: Lincoln
Posted on: November 2, 2024

Job Description:

Responsible for achieving profit and premium growth within assigned area. Has responsibility for agency election through identification of qualified agency partnerships. Responsible for implementing plans and programs to contribute to the achievement of agency produced sales and premium and loss ratio objectives.Dairyland, a member of the Sentry Insurance group, is seeking an Agency Sales Manager who would be responsible for achieving profit and premium growth within an assigned territory. This role has responsibility for agency selections to identify qualified agency partnerships that will merit growth. Works with internal and external customers to manage business initiatives, expectations, and objectives. Through all interactions with agencies; this role ensures the value of Dairyland is promoted and leveraged for profitable growth. If you are in the Omaha, NE or Lincoln, NE area and have the passion to unleash your talent and the drive to build new relationships, this is a great opportunity for you.What You'll Do:As the Agency Sales Manager you will be responsible for implementing plans to contribute to the achievement of agency produced sales, premium and loss ratio objectives. In addition, you'll:

• Oversee agency sales within Nebraska and Western Iowa.
• Develop rapport to develop profitable business
• Provide comprehensive sales expertise to agents to increase production
• Develop new and enhance existing agent premium sources to achieve sales and premium objectives
• Oversee agency selection, suspension, and terminationsWhat it Takes:
  • Bachelor's degree preferred
  • 2+ years of related work experience in the insurance industry, with familiarity of non-standard auto, motorcycle or powersports products preferred
  • Sales experience and knowledge of professional sales techniques
  • Effective human relations and communication skills
  • Ability to meet travel requirements of this job - The expectation during normal operations in this position will be up to 4 days a week travel within your territory with overnight travel required when necessary.
  • Acceptable Motor Vehicle Record and valid driver's licenseWhat You'll Receive:At Sentry, your total rewards go beyond competitive compensation. Below are some benefits and perks that you'll receive.
    • As a Sentry associate, you will have an in-office workspace and materials for your home office. In addition to the laptop, you will receive prior to your start, Sentry will provide equipment for your home office.
    • Meal Subsidy available for associates who report to an office.
    • 401(K) plan with a dollar for dollar match on your first eight percent, plus immediate vesting to help strengthen your financial future.
    • Continue your education and career development through Sentry University (SentryU) and utilize our Tuition Reimbursement program
    • Generous Paid-Time Off plan for you to enjoy time out of the office as well as Volunteer-Time off
    • Group Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Parental leave, and our Health and Wellness benefits to encourage a healthy lifestyle.
    • Well-being and Employee Assistance programs
    • Sentry Foundation gift matching program to encourage charitable giving.About Sentry:We take great pride in making Forbes' list of America's Best Midsize Employers. A lot of different factors go into that honor, many of which contribute to your job satisfaction.Our bright future is built on a long track record of success. We got our start in 1904 and have been helping businesses succeed and protect their futures ever since. Because of the trust placed in us, we're one of the largest and financially strongest mutual insurance companies in the United States. We're rated A+ by A.M. Best, the industry's leading rating authority.Our headquarters is in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, with offices located throughout the United States. From sales to claims, and information technology to marketing, we enjoy a rewarding and challenging work environment with opportunities for ongoing professional development and growth.Get ready to own your future at Sentry. Opportunities await!Joe LarsenTalent Acquisition Specialist...@sentry.comEqual Employment OpportunitySentry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy that there be no discrimination in employment based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, marital status, or sexual orientation. Associated topics: administrative, director of sales, leader, management, manager of sales, sales director, sales leader, team lead, team leader, territory manager

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