Sales Manager

Farmers Insurance Agency Owner - Retail Program

Location: Tennessee | Opportunity Type: Independent Business Ownership

Build your business. Lead your team. Create your future.

Are you an entrepreneur, sales professional, or business leader ready to turn your experience into business ownership? The Farmers Insurance Retail Program offers an opportunity to launch your own agency with an established brand, professional training, and financial incentives designed to support your growth.

Ownership comes with opportunity-and support

• $5,000 signing bonus: Available in the second month following your Retail Program effective date, subject to eligibility.
• Up to $6,000 toward exterior branding: Support for approved agency signage to help establish your presence.
• Up to $500 per month in lead credits: Eligible credits toward approved lead vendor expenses, based on your production tier.
• Monthly and annual bonus opportunities: Earn performance bonuses on qualifying new business commissions, in addition to your regular commissions, for up to 36 months.
• Additional transition bonus: Eligible Reserve or Associate agents may receive a one-time bonus matching qualifying prior program new business commissions, up to $10,000.
• Professional training: Develop your skills through the University of Farmers® training program.
• Multiple ways to grow: Serve customers through personal, business, and life insurance products, subject to availability and licensing.
• Long-term business value: Opportunities to sell your agency's service and commission rights, subject to your appointment agreement.

What you'll do

• Launch and operate a Farmers-branded agency in an approved storefront.
• Recruit, train, and lead your agency team.
• Build relationships through prospecting, referrals, and community involvement.
• Help individuals, families, and businesses select coverage for their needs.
• Manage agency operations, customer service, retention, and production goals.

Who should apply

We're seeking motivated candidates with sales, leadership, management, or business development experience. Insurance experience is helpful; a commitment to learning, customer service, and building a business is essential.

Program qualifications

• Access to $100,000 in liquid assets , subject to any approved reduction or waiver. This is a business capital requirement, not a fee paid to Farmers .
• Successful completion of the required background review.
• Required Property, Casualty, Life, and Health licenses before full-time appointment, plus any additional state-required licenses.
• An approved single-agent storefront.
• At least two licensed and Farmers-appointed agency staff members at appointment.
• Completion of required training before appointment.

Compensation

Commission income plus eligible program bonuses and incentives. Earnings depend on production and agency performance; owners are responsible for business operating expenses. This is an independent contractor business ownership opportunity.

Ready to take the next step?

Submit your résumé and a brief introduction outlining your sales or leadership experience and your interest in becoming a Farmers Agency Owner.

Program availability, bonuses, and incentives are subject to eligibility, production requirements, applicable limits, and Farmers' agreements and guidelines. Terms may change.