Sales Manager

Kemper Corporation; Dallas (TX); Remote; USD 95,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance firm is seeking a Sales Manager to develop and guide its sales team towards achieving defined objectives. This remote role requires strong experience in insurance and effective communication skills, along with the ability to lead and motivate a diverse team. Candidates should be comfortable traveling within the Texas area and managing training processes for new hires. A salary range of $95,900 to $159,700 is offered along with comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Health and dental plans

401(k) match

Paid certifications

Generous paid time off

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Five+ years of insurance experience, preferably as an individual contributor or in a management role.
• Ability to manipulate, segment, and interpret report data through spreadsheets.
• Demonstrated track record of success in sales.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for sales employee hiring, training, and development.
• Build and guide the Sales team to achieve defined objectives.
• Collaborate with various departments for effective leadership.

Skills

Insurance experience

Bilingual English/Spanish

Communication skills

Time management

Critical thinking

Job description

Location(s)

Dallas, Texas, P&C-Broadway-Houston-TX, P&C-Ingram Rd-San Antonio-TX

Details

Kemper is one of the nation’s leading specialized insurers. Our success is a direct reflection of the talented and diverse people who make a positive difference in the lives of our customers every day. We believe a high-performing culture, valuable opportunities for personal development and professional challenge, and a healthy work-life balance can be highly motivating and productive. Kemper’s products and services are making a real difference to our customers, who have unique and evolving needs. By joining our team, you are helping to provide an experience to our stakeholders that delivers on our promises.

Position Summary:

The Sales Manager works closely with the Sales Executives (internal and field-Sales Knot), coaching, consulting, and developing. Helping to reinforce the Kemper Auto Sales model (coaching), Guiding the SE in optimizing decisions around sales activities (consulting), and shepherding the team of SE’s to continue individual growth. Ultimately, the Sales Manager is guiding the Sales Knot toward executing on and accomplishing the defined objectives. This position requires regular travel in the Central and North Florida region.

Position Responsibilities:

Responsible for sales employee hiring, training, and development to ensure a productive and effective sales team is working together on initiatives in support of overall company goals. Effective leadership, communication and collaboration with various departments and support functions are critical to this role. This position will cover the Dallas, Houston and San Antionio areas.

Position Qualifications :

• Five+ years of insurance experience (P&C preferred) as an individual contributor, management role preferred; Demonstrated track record of success in sales. Commercial Auto lines experience preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.
• Knowledge of insurance operations: underwriting, claims, marketing, and product.
• Required to possess effective communication skills
• Must be flexible in nature and a highly motivated self-starter.
• Ability to manipulate, segment and interpret report data through spreadsheets.
• Highly skilled and effective at time management.
• Should possess and demonstrate critical thinking skills and be a logical problem solver
• This position is a remote role. Work can be conducted out of a home office in the Dallas, San Antonio, or Houston area. The qualified candidate will need to be able to travel within the area regularly.
• The range for this position is $95,900 to $159,700. When determining candidate offers, we consider experience, skills, education, certifications, and geographic location among other factors. This job is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and Kemper benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401k, etc.)
• Sponsorship is not accepted for this opportunity.

Kemper is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We are committed to supporting diversity and equality across our organization and we work diligently to maintain a workplace free from discrimination. Kemper is focused on expanding our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion efforts to align with our vision, mission, and guiding principles. Kemper does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Kemper and Kemper will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

Kemper will never request personal information, such as your social security number or banking information, via text or email. Additionally, Kemper does not use external messaging applications like WireApp or Skype to communicate with candidates. If you receive such a message, delete it.

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About Us

Kemper at a Glance

The Kemper family of companies is one of the nation’s leading specialized insurers. With approximately $13 billion in assets, Kemper is improving the world of insurance by providing affordable and easy-to-use personalized solutions to individuals, families and businesses through its Kemper Auto and Kemper Life brands. Kemper serves over 4.8 million policies, is represented by approximately 22,200 agents and brokers, and has approximately 7,500 associates dedicated to meeting the ever-changing needs of its customers. Learn more at Kemper.com .

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We value diversity and strive to be an employer of choice. An Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V

Our employees enjoy great benefits:

• Qualify for your choice of health and dental plans within your first month.
• Save for your future with robust 401(k) match, Health Spending Accounts and various retirement plans.
• Learn and Grow with our Tuition Assistance Program, paid certifications and continuing education programs.
• Contribute to your community through United Way and volunteer programs.
• Balance your life with generous paid time off and business casual dress.
• Get employee discounts for shopping, dining and travel through Kemper Perks.