Sales Representative

Summit Business Group; Harrison (AR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training

Weekly draw pay

Bonus eligibility from day 1

Incentive trips

Licensing reimbursement

Advancement opportunities

Family-like culture

Job summary

Summit Business Group in the United States is seeking a Direct Sales Representative to aggressively grow our footprint by calling on small and mid-sized businesses. You will plan your own schedule, focusing on in-person visits to decision-makers and owners to present our supplemental insurance products.

The role emphasizes field sales, relationship building, fast-cycle commissions, and ongoing client service, with licensing support and a path to advancement within a family‑like team.

Qualifications

• Proven work experience in sales or customer facing role.
• Outside sales experience is a plus.
• Door to door or B2B experience preferred.
• Ability to manage full training cycle, including in-person activities.
• Licensing required for Health & Life within 90 days, Summit supports licensing.

Responsibilities

• Plan own schedule and set weekly hours around business hours.
• Perform in-person sales calls with business owners and decision-makers.
• Build rapport, present products, and close sales or schedule follow-ups.
• Maintain strong client relationships and respond promptly to inquiries.
• Identify opportunities to upgrade coverage and additional lines.
• Provide excellent customer service and support during claims.

Skills

Excellent communication

Presentation skills

Organizational skills

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree or 4 years exp

Tools

Salesforce CRM

Job description

Company:

Summit Business Group

Position:

Direct Sales Representative

Number Of Openings:

1 Territory Sales

About Us:

Summit Business Group is a rapidly growing insurance agency committed to providing outstanding supplemental benefits plans to small and medium-sized businesses and their employees. With a focus on excellence and leadership, we are seeking an enthusiastic Direct Sales Representative to join our dynamic and competitive team.

The Day To Day Role:

As a Direct Sales Representative at Summit Business Group, you will have the freedom to plan your own work schedule and set your working hours each week. Because your primary goal is to establish connections with business owners and key decision-makers at small and medium-sized businesses within your sales territory through in-person sales calls, the hours that you work should/will reflect times when these businesses are open. Cold calling business to business.

Unlike traditional office-based roles, you will spend the majority of your day out in the field, cold calling using our Custom Salesforce CRM, building rapport with potential clients, and delivering compelling product presentations. You will be expected to close sales during your initial meetings or schedule follow-up appointments for closure.

As part of your role at Summit Insurance, you will be responsible for maintaining strong client relationships through prompt and effective communication. This includes responding to client calls, texts, and emails, addressing their inquiries, and providing guidance throughout the claims process, ensuring a seamless and supportive experience during their time of need.

Beyond being a reliable resource for client inquiries, you will also proactively check in with your clients, demonstrating genuine care for their well‑being, and actively seeking opportunities to enhance their insurance coverage with additional lines of protection that align with your individual needs. Your dedication to exceptional customer service and your ability to identify opportunities for tailored insurance solutions will be key in providing our clients with the comprehensive protection they deserve.

Qualifications:

• Proven work experience in sales or similar customer facing role
• Experience in an outside sales position is a plus
• Door to door sales or business to business experience preferred
• Ability to manage the full training cycle, including in-person activities and web-based learning
• Hands‑on experience with e‑learning platforms
• Excellent organizational, communication, and presentation skills

Compensation and Benefits:

• Comprehensive training, including virtual classroom and hands‑on sales training in your assigned territory
• Weekly draw pay, short sales cycle with commissions paying out typically within a week, bonus eligibility on day 1.
• Quarterly and annual incentive trips, cash bonuses, stock share bonuses, and lifetime‑vested renewal commissions
• Advancement and promotions based on individual performance
• Ongoing professional development, advanced sales training, and leadership training
• Increased schedule flexibility once you have an established book of business
• Collaborate with like‑minded, driven individuals in a family‑like culture

Additional Position Qualifications:

• Health & Life general lines license or willingness to obtain within 90 days of job offer (Summit provides a study course and also offers licensing reimbursement for the fees the state charges)
• Bachelor's degree or a minimum of 4 years of professional (post‑high school) work experience. Candidates within 6 months or less of degree completion will be considered, as will candidates with less than 4 years of professional work experience who have relevant or specialized outside sales experience.
• Valid Driver's License
• Ability to pass a background check.

We are redefining insurance sales, and we're dedicated to equal opportunity employment and fostering a diverse workplace.

We look forward to speaking with you!

www.yoursummitinsurance.com