Regional Sales Director

Ascensus is the leading independent technology and service platform powering savings plans across America, providing products and expertise that help nearly 16 million people save for a better today and tomorrow. Section 1: Position Summary The primary responsibilities for this position include overall sales activities, booking travel for face‑to‑face client sales meetings, and coordinating with the Regional Sales Representatives within assigned region. This position will implement and achieve the strategies & goals set forth by the VP of Business Development. It will build, develop and maintain a client base for the Community Banks and Credit Unions within the assigned region, prospect each sales pipeline for the correlating internal sales team members, and focus on key relationships within those specific accounts. The ideal candidate will have experience calling on senior management and key decision makers in community banks and credit unions. Section 2: Job Functions, Essential Duties and Responsibilities Responsible for protecting, securing, and proper handling of all confidential data held by Ascensus to ensure against unauthorized access, improper transmission, and/or unapproved disclosure of information that could result in harm to Ascensus or our clients. Our I‑Client service philosophy and our Core Values of People Matter, Quality First and Integrity Always® should be visible in your actions on a day‑to‑day basis showing support of our organizational culture. Sales focus will be RP&S product suite. Consistently meet or exceed sales goals by cultivating and nurturing a client base. Actively involved in working with assigned RPS markets and the revenue and non‑revenue accounts in the region through in‑person presentations and telephone solicitations. Function as the primary sales leader and tactical planner for the regional team, adapting the strategies set forth by Sales management to the specific region and working closely with Sales management on evaluating sales and marketing needs for the assigned region. Follow through on incoming sales leads, service and product delivery in coordination with assigned Regional Sales Representatives. Develop regional sales plan and lead regional sales team members within the assigned region. Provide mentoring and basic supervisory functions for the assigned sales team, including assistance with associate performance reviews, coaching, mentoring and development. Work with other Sales team members and Ascensus Associates to effectively sell RPS Ascensus products & services. Coordinate with Sales management on general staff coverage and time‑off scheduling. Maintain awareness of all markets. Pursue information about competition and utilize it in the sales process. Assist other sales staff within other regions when necessary. Requires 50%-60% travel. Meet minimum client and prospect contact activity targets. Read and evaluate market information, including annual reports, news articles, and market publications. Perform other duties and special projects as assigned. Supervision N/A Section 3: Experience, Skills, Knowledge Requirements Bachelor’s degree in business or related field or equivalent sales experience 2-4 years of outside sales experience Excellent written and oral communication skills Excellent analytical and problem‑resolution skills Must possess excellent presentation and closing skills. Computer experience in Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint required. Excellent communication and customer service. Goal‑driven and career‑mindful. Team player with a strong commitment to client service and client advocacy. Ability to work well under pressure with multiple priorities and deadlines. Able to make dependable judgments concerning issues that, if mishandled, could create substantial financial and client‑relations liabilities for the company. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer Be aware of employment fraud. All email communications from Ascensus or its hiring managers originate from @ascensus.com or @futureplan.com email addresses. We will never ask you for payment or require you to purchase any equipment. If you are suspicious or unsure about validity of a job posting, we strongly encourage you to apply directly through our website. #J-18808-Ljbffr