Sales Specialist

Benefits 401(k) Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Dental insurance Employee discounts Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training & development Vision insurance Competitive hourly pay rate plus commission and/or bonuses Paid training Company Overview We believe people are an organization’s most valuable asset, and their ideas and experiences matter. From our CEO to our agency force, we’re committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture that empowers innovation that will inspire, protect, and restore our customers’ dreams in ways never imagined. Job Summary The Sales Specialist role markets, prospects, and sells American Family Insurance products in all product lines. Maintains effective customer relationships, understands customers' needs, and matches them with appropriate product and service offerings. Promotes brand awareness through participation in agency and community events. Responsibilities Develop knowledge of the local market dynamics for business development opportunities for all product lines Help the Agency grow by using consultative selling techniques to sell insurance products to new customers Proactively cross‑sell and coordinate with agency team members to provide additional coverage to existing customers Prospect 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) Secure new business through individual effort and established lead methods Prepare quotations and applications and deliver effective presentations in order to close sales Qualifications Ability to work independently, plan, set priorities and organize work Active involvement in the local community Demonstrated sales and customer service experience Excellent oral and written communication skills Demonstrated analytical skills Experience with PC software applications (Microsoft Office Suites, Internet Explorer, etc.) Experience using a wide range of digital devices such as smartphones, tablets, and laptop computers Experience with social media platforms, including Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, YouTube, Instagram, Google+, LinkedIn, etc. Flexible work from home options available. This position is an Agency Team Member working for the Agency Owner and is not an employee of American Family Insurance. #J-18808-Ljbffr