Remote Sales Representative

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionBenefits :Uncapped CommissionFlexible scheduleTraining & developmentObjectiveThe Sales Representative role markets, prospects, and sells American Family Insurance products in a specialized product line.Maintains effective customer relationships, understands customer s needs, and matches them with appropriate product and service offerings.Promotes brand awareness through participation in agency and community events.Insurance SalesDevelops knowledge of the local agriculture industry and market dynamics for business development opportunitiesHelps the Agency grow by using consultative selling techniques to sell insurance products to new customersProactively cross-sells and or coordinates with agency team members to provide additional coverage to existing customersProspects for new business through leads, telephone calls, networking events, trade shows, and personal contacts (Includes leads through COI, social media, B2B and B2C networks, and sales lead groups)Secures new business through individual effort and established lead methodsPrepares quotations and applications and delivers effective presentations in order to close salesConducts sales and review appointments with prospective and current customersCompany and Brand PromotionDevelops, maintains, and cultivates agricultural industry contacts to enhance agency visibility and maximize new business opportunitiesParticipates in events designed to promote brand awareness and educate consumersKnowledge and Skill DevelopmentContinually improves knowledge in are or field of specialization, insurance industry, products, underwriting requirements, sales, customer service, and supporting technologyParticipates in continuing education and professional designation programsEducation / Licenses / DesignationsRequired by state statutes to have proper insurance licensing to sell, solicit, or negotiate insurance products.The following lines of authority are required for this position :Property; and Casualty;Valid drivers license requiredRole RequirementsAbility to work independently to plan, set priorities and organize workDemonstrated sales and customer service experienceExcellent oral and written communication skillsDemonstrated analytical skillsExperience with PC software applications (Microsoft Office Suites, Internet Explorer, etc.)Experience using a wide range of digital devices such as smartphones, tablets and laptop computersExperience with social media platforms, including, but not limited to Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, YouTube, Instagram, Google+, LinkedIn, etc.Preferred Knowledge / Skills / Education / DesignationsDemonstrated knowledge of insurance concepts and principlesDemonstrated effective agricultural insurance industry prospecting and sales experiencePositionFully Remote100% commissionThis is a remote position.. Experience: 3 years required