Experienced Sales Manager

SalesDraft Talent Agency; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commission-based compensation

Job summary

District 11 is seeking an experienced sales professional to lead and grow the sales team while managing customer relationships. The role blends individual sales with leadership responsibilities and requires driving opportunities from prospecting through closing.

You will work onsite, manage the sales process, and help develop team performance. The position offers commission-based earnings and growth opportunities within the insurance solutions space.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in driving sales and closing deals.
• Ability to coach and support a sales team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Meet with customers and build professional relationships.
• Understand customer needs and recommend products and solutions.
• Manage the sales process from prospecting to closing and follow-up.
• Explain products clearly and answer questions.
• Handle objections professionally and maintain a sales pipeline.
• Collaborate with team to achieve agency goals.
• Share strategies and product knowledge with peers.
• Foster a positive, customer-focused work environment.
• Monitor activity and progress toward performance targets.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication

Relationship-building

Presentation skills

Negotiation

Team leadership

Organizational skills

Job description

Experienced Sales Manager

Full-Time | Onsite | Insurance Sales & Leadership | Commission-Based

Lead, Sell, and Grow Your Career

District 11 is looking for an experienced sales professional who enjoys building customer relationships, developing sales opportunities, and supporting a team. If you have a strong background in sales and are ready to take on greater responsibility, this role offers an opportunity to combine individual sales with team leadership.

As an Agency Sales Leader, you’ll work directly with customers, manage the sales process, support team performance, and help create a positive customer experience. You’ll have the opportunity to use your existing sales skills while continuing to develop as a leader.

What You'll Do

• Meet with customers and build strong, professional relationships.
• Understand customer needs and recommend appropriate products and solutions.
• Manage the sales process from initial conversation through closing and follow-up.
• Explain products and services clearly and answer customer questions.
• Handle customer concerns and objections with professionalism.
• Maintain an organized sales pipeline and follow up with prospects.
• Work alongside sales team members to support individual and agency goals.
• Share sales strategies, best practices, and product knowledge with team members.
• Help create a positive, collaborative, and customer-focused work environment.
• Monitor sales activity and work toward established performance goals.

What We're Looking For

• Previous professional sales experience with a demonstrated ability to manage the sales process from prospecting through closing.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Comfortable presenting products and solutions to customers.
• Strong listening, negotiation, and objection-handling abilities.Ability to work independently while also supporting a team.
• Organized, dependable, and comfortable managing multiple priorities.
• Positive and professional approach to customer interactions.
• Interest in developing leadership and team-building skills.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Active Property & Casualty (P&C) and Life & Health insurance licenses required, or willingness to obtain both within the required timeframe.

Compensation

This is a commission-based position with estimated annual earnings of $150,000–$200,000, depending on individual performance and other factors. Actual earnings may vary.

Why Join District 11?

• Opportunity to combine sales and leadership responsibilities.
• Work directly with customers and build long-term relationships.
• Develop your leadership and sales management skills.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Opportunity for professional growth.
• Performance-based compensation.
• Full-time, onsite work environment.

About District 11

District 11 is committed to providing customers with valuable insurance solutions and professional service. We believe in building strong customer relationships and creating an environment where team members can develop their sales and leadership skills.

This is a full-time, onsite position.