Entry Level Outside Sales Consultant

Entry Level Outside Sales Consultant

Lafayette, LA

Agency

Annual Salary: $89,000 - $65,000

Full Time

M-F 9am-5pm

Our company is actively seeking driven individuals who are eager to embark on a rewarding journey in the sales industry. This entry-level opportunity is perfect for those with or without prior sales experience. Our extensive training program ensures that all team members receive the support they need to excel. Joining our team means embracing a culture of determination, ambition, and passion. You'll find yourself surrounded by like-minded individuals who thrive on challenge and are committed to personal and professional growth. This role offers the autonomy to manage your own schedule and conquer new territories, making each day dynamic and exciting. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact while enjoying independence and endless opportunities for advancement, we want to hear from you!

Position Overview: Step into the role of a territory-based sales representative, where you'll thrive in an environment focused on direct engagement. Receive comprehensive training tailored to equip you for success in reaching out to a diverse array of small and medium-sized businesses spanning various sectors. Your primary goal will be to introduce top-tier supplemental insurance solutions to both business proprietors and their workforce. Prepare for a range of interactions, from one-on-one discussions with decision-makers to delivering product showcases to sizable audiences of 50 to 100 or more. This position offers a dynamic blend of personalized engagement and group presentations, ensuring every day brings fresh challenges and opportunities for growth.

Core Responsibilities:

• Utilize our customized Salesforce CRM to curate leads and generate clients while expanding your professional network within your territory and neighboring communities
• Respond to client inquiries via phone, email, or text as needed
• Schedule meetings with potential and existing clients to understand their insurance needs
• Attend scheduled calls and meetings with your sales manager and team
• Personally visit new businesses, develop relationships with local business owners, follow up on referral leads, and re-service existing clients
• Build and nurture your own client portfolio
• Collaborate with your sales team manager to set monthly and quarterly sales targets for yourself
• Plan and adhere to your weekly schedule and working hours; submit your schedule to your sales team manager each week
• Record daily work stats and sales activity updates at the end of each work day

Additional Qualifications:

• Pass a high-level pre-employment background check
• Active Driver's License and reliable transportation
• Active Health & Life Insurance Producer license in your resident state (or willing to obtain - study course provided at no cost and state licensing fees reimbursement available)
• Bachelor's degree or minimum of 4 years post-high school work experience (candidates within 6 months of degree completion or less than 4 years of professional work experience with relevant sales or athletic background will be considered)

Compensation & Benefits:

• Comprehensive classroom and field training program
• Weekly draw pay option plus commissions (no caps and short sales cycle-3 business days) as well as monthly cash sales bonuses, quarterly stock share bonuses, incentive trips, and vested renewal commissions
• Health, dental, and vision benefits offered after 60-days of employment
• Performance-based promotions
• Control of your schedule based on results achieved rather than time worked
• Continuing professional development classes, advanced sales trainings, and leadership development classes
• Culture of camaraderie, friendly competition, and success mindset

Apply now to be part of a team that embraces challenges and rewards effort!