Business Development Officer - Tennessee

Coface; Princeton (NJ); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

FSA

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid vacation

Sick days

Personal days

Floating holiday

Company holidays

Remote work options

Flexible schedules

Sales Training programs

Mentorship opportunities

Job summary

Coface, a leading trade credit insurer and information provider, seeks a Senior Business Development Officer to drive new business in the North American region. You will hunt for opportunities, close deals, and retain key clients while advancing Coface's growth strategy.

Join a global, inclusive team with remote-friendly options and a strong training program. The role emphasizes fast-paced activity, collaboration, and a robust network to expand our footprint.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Minimum 3 years’ proven experience selling B2B; financial, banking or insurance solutions a plus.
• Cold-calling and new business skills required. Fast paced environment with high activity.
• Proven track record in client acquisition, as well as retention.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Robust network in designated territory.
• Take initiative, be self-motivated, and collaborate in a team when needed.
• Have a P&C License or ability to pass P&C course and licensing 60days post start date.

Responsibilities

• Achieves annual revenue objectives through consultative sales to new clients and renewal of existing policies.
• Builds a portfolio of business aligned with Coface growth and retention goals.
• Builds an active pipeline of qualified prospects from banks, insurance agencies, and direct outreach.
• Markets and sells credit insurance and related services to corporations within assigned regions.
• Services new and existing clients by monitoring programs and coverage.
• Researches and recommends prospects for new business opportunities and evaluates sales options.
• Attends workshops to learn more technical and professional skills for the job.
• Stays current with trends and competitors to identify improvements or new products.

Skills

Cold-calling

New business development

Client acquisition

Communication skills

Networking

Self-motivation

P&C License

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Business Development Officer - Tennessee

• Full-time


• Department: Commercial - 002


• Contract type (job boards): Permanent contract


• Compensation: USD 80,000 - USD 120,000 - yearly

At Coface, we make trade happen everyday.

Our 5,200 experts representing 80+ nationalities in 58 countries are united by a shared purpose: helping companies navigate through uncertainty by empowering them to make the right decisions and trade smarter in a complex world.

With nearly 80 years of global experience, we offer companies a full range of solutions: Trade Credit Insurance, Business Information, Debt Collection, Single Risk insurance, Surety Bonds, Factoring — all driven by a unique data patrimony, cutting-edge technology, innovation and a deep understanding of the global economy.

Joining Coface means being part of a close-knit international organization, where your ideas matter. We foster a culture of learning, collaboration and inclusion where you are given responsibilities and can see the impact of your actions.

Shape the future of trade with us. Join our Happeners!

We are seeking a highly motivated, corporate Business Development Officer to hunt for and close new business, as well as retain and grow key clients. This is an exciting time to join our organization due to a new long-term growth strategy within the North American region. You will be expected to perform the following:

• Achieves annual revenue objectives through consultative sales to new clients and renewal of existing policies.


• Builds a portfolio of business that will align with Coface strategic growth and retention goals.


• Builds an active pipeline of qualified prospects, generating leads from banks and insurance agencies, and from direct cold calling to business owners and CFO's.


• Markets and sells a specialized financial product (domestic and export credit insurance and other credit related services) to corporations within assigned regions.


• Services new and existing clients by monitoring their programs and coverage.


• Researches and recommend prospects for new business opportunities as well as researching and analyzing sales options.


• Attends workshops to learn more technical and professional skills for the job.


• Stays current with trends and competitors to identify improvements or recommend new products.




• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.


• Minimum 3 years’ proven experience selling B2B; financial, banking or insurance solutions a plus.


• Cold-calling and new business skills required. Someone accustomed to working in a very fast paced environment with a high volume of activity.


• Proven track record in client acquisition, as well as retention.


• Strong communication skill, both written and verbal.


• Robust network in designated territory.


• Ability to take initiative and be self-motivated, as well as work collaboratively in a team environment when needed.


• Have a P&C License or ability to pass P&C course and licensing 60days post start date.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Compensation: Competitive base salary + commissions
  
  
  
  • Base ranges dependent on experience: $80,000.00 - $120,000.00
  
  
  
  


• Benefits: Health insurance, dental, vision, FSA, life insurance, disability coverage


• Time Off: Paid vacation, sick days, personal days, floating holiday, company holidays


• Work Flexibility: Remote work options, flexible schedules


• Professional Development: Sales Training programs, mentorship opportunities


• Company Culture: Positive work environment, diverse teams, team building activities, social events