Sales Leader, Retirement & Benefit Solutions

TELUS; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 160,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

TELUS is seeking a Sales Leader for Retirement & Benefit Solutions in Chicago, Illinois. This role is crucial for leading the US sales team to meet market targets and involves developing strategies to enhance client relationships.

The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of B2B sales experience and proven success in managing sales teams. The position promises a competitive salary and an opportunity to be part of a people-focused team that innovates in health solutions.

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ successful sales experience in B2B.
• 5+ years’ experience leading high performance sales teams.
• Proven experience presenting to C-suite customer stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead US sales team to achieve market targets.
• Develop and execute US sales plan and strategy.
• Interact with search consultants to maintain Top Tier provider status.

Skills

B2B sales experience

Sales leadership

Customer relationship management

Industry knowledge

Sales strategy development

Job description

## Sales Leader, Retirement & Benefit SolutionsApplylocations: Chicago, Illinois, USA: Detroit, Michigan, USA: Louisville, Kentucky, USA: Charleston, West Virginia, USA: Burlington, Vermont, USAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R-22566TELUS Health is empowering every person to live their healthiest life. Guided by our vision, we are leveraging the power of our leading edge technology and focusing on the uniqueness of each individual to create the future of health. As a global-leading health and well-being provider – encompassing physical, mental and financial health – TELUS Health is improving health outcomes for consumers, patients, healthcare professionals, employers and employees.TELUS Health leverages the power of technology and our caring cultures to progress further our goal of building a healthier and friendlier future for all. As a global-leading health and well-being provider – encompassing physical, mental and financial health – TELUS Health is improving health outcomes for consumers, patients, healthcare professionals, employers and employees. Retirement and Benefits Solutions (RBS) improves the financial health and well-being for individuals and strengthens organizational resilience for employers through sustainable and flexible retirement and benefits solutions. Our comprehensive benefits administration support, powered by cutting-edge technology, enables clients to tailor and manage employee benefits programs seamlessly, covering health and welfare, and defined benefits pension plans to suit their specific requirements. With a reach extending to 11.9 million plan participants, we simplify the complexities of benefits management, offering streamlined solutions that enhance our clients’ operational efficiency and elevate the benefits experience. Our services encompass the administration of benefits and retirement programs on an outsourced or co-sourced basis for defined benefits, defined contribution, and health and welfare plans in the US and Canada.***What you'll do**** Lead US sales team to achieve Health & Welfare and Defined Benefit market targets.* Accountable for team success against annual sales targets set with management.* Develop and execute a US sales plan and strategy via TELUS Premier Sales Organization process.* Engage in business development, client pursuits, RFPs, and finalist presentations.* Recruit, select, and onboard staff, adjusting plans to meet targets if necessary.* Interact with search consultants to maintain Top Tier provider status and secure RFPs.* Project and forecast new business revenue annually and quarterly.* Set personal and team sales quotas based on objectives and identify target market segments.* Track and report sales team metrics, collaborating with marketing and channel development for lead generation.* Monitor competition and industry trends to maintain market understanding.* Network with potential clients, search consultants, and participate in industry events.* Participate in regional and cross-LOB strategies and initiatives as needed.* Conduct regular team meetings to review performance and ensure adherence to Premier Sales Organization processes, leading in alignment with company culture and values.***What you bring**** 10+ years’ successful sales experience in B2B* 5+ years’ experience leading high performance sales teams* Deep knowledge of USA market along with developed relationships Proven experience presenting to C-suite customer stakeholders, and internal C-suite* You have a deep passion for customers, people, sales process and success* Demonstrated leadership skills with extensive experience in building and developing high performance teams within large complex organizations.* Provide strong leadership and coaching to team members, facilitate career development, and nurture a high performance team* Lead strategies, projects or programs to success, invoking deep understanding of industry specific solutions to create unique business value.* Collaborative and effective communicator across teams* Own and manage relationships with strategic external partners* Detailed understanding of the sales process and a proven track record of achieving sustainable, predictable and profitable business results* Ability to create the environment for success and promote behaviors to deliver superior performance against targets* Strong use of sales tools and selling methodology to support a differentiated sales experience for customers* Forge strong relations with the national sales organization and other business unitsSalary Range: $160,000 - $215,000Sales Incentive Plan Range: $106,000 - $144,000Actual total compensation will be determined based on factors such as knowledge, skills, performance and experience. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply, even if the posted salary range doesn't match your expectations. We're open to discussing competitive compensation packages tailored to your experience level and expertise.****A bit about us****We’re a people-focused, customer-first, purpose-driven team who works together every day to innovate and do good. We improve lives through our technology solutions and foster a culture of innovation that empowers team members to solve complex problems and create remarkable human outcomes in a digital world. TELUS Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer that aims to foster an inclusive culture that embraces diversity. It is our policy to hire without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran status.We offer accommodation for applicants with disabilities, as required, during the recruitment process. By applying to this role, you understand and agree that your information will be shared with the TELUS Group of Companies’ Talent Acquisition team(s) and/or any leader(s) who will be part of the selection process.