Job Description :
Regional Sales Director (Southwest Region)
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
Job Summary
Develop assigned territory by raising awareness of Globe Life Benefits in markets that present significant opportunity; target and develop relationships with select regional and national brokers; call on brokers to identify, quote and close new business; manage territory to meet annual sales goal of 1.5 to 3.5 million each year and meet retention target.
Must reside in the following territories :
CO, UT, and AZ
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities :
- Develop relationships with local, regional, and national brokers to generate new business revenue, as well as protect and grow existing business.
- Build Globe Life Benefits brand awareness and provide product expertise and service support for the broker community.
- Manage the entire sales process through cold calling, appointment setting, RFP responses, product training, and attending industry events
- Meet annual new business development targets and deliver upon renewal targets
- Develop a marketing plan for the territory, in conjunction with senior management, outlining expectations for the territories sales plan and for relationship building with broker and key distribution partners.
- Work with management to develop sales channels specific for the supplemental health market.
- Participate in conferences, webinars and events that promote Globe Life Benefits key products in its target markets.
- Comply with all company, regulatory and legal requirements.
- Proactively foster positive relationships with clients in order to achieve a mutual understanding of and develop creative solutions to meet customer needs
General
Adopt an attitude which contributes to an internal environment of teamwork and promotes a positive brand image to our external customers.Comply with Globe Life Benefits procedures, policies and regulations relevant to your role. Undertake relevant training on Globe policies and procedures as delivered by your manager and HR.Comply with any specific responsibilities necessary for your role as outlined by your manager and HR or required learning through the company's educational system.Required Skills
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Skills and Abilities
Active listening and emotional intelligenceSuperior communication skills (verbal and written)Team player : supports team priorities and motivates others to achieve mutual objectives, including both sales and risk targetsWorks well independently : set goals, manage time, measure and report progress, meet deadlines and prioritiseStrong analytical skills with attention to detailDemonstrates ability to close sales and support continued customer satisfactionEffective relationship business development and sales management skills with customer focused approachCollaborates well with operational resources to achieve high levels of customer satisfaction during and after the sales processAbility to work independently for significant periods of timeExpected travel 50%+Knowledge and Experience
Proven sales results and a minimum of 5 years' experience in supplement health / voluntary benefit industryDemonstrate a solid network of broker and distribution partner relationships.Understand and have gained experience of the use of technology as a service tool in the insurance market (Enrollment platforms, Benefit Administration, Communications, etc.)Track-record in developing profitable business (including annual new sales target and supporting maintenance of territory book), ideally in the supplemental health / voluntary benefits marketAptitude and Disposition
Outcome focused, self-motivated, flexible and enthusiasticCompetencies
Achievement driveAnalytical thinkingCustomer focusTeam playerRequired Knowledge & Experience
Education & Work Experience required
Graduate with a degree from any discipline preferredAccident & Health license requiredLocation : 3700 S. Stonebridge Dr., McKinney, Texas