Direct Sales Agent Specialist (2571) - Columbia, SC

Direct Sales Agent Specialist (2571) - Columbia, SC

Job Description

The Direct Sales Agent Specialist (Direct Auto Insurance is an Allstate Business) is responsible for the profitable growth and attainment of business goals by driving new business sales and understanding customers' needs to build rapport and trust. This position drives sales and builds and retains their book of business within the market / retail location. This position is responsible for attracting and generating new customers and cross-selling existing customers, in support of our product offerings including but not limited to Auto, Life, Auto Club, and Roadside Assistance. This role sells to walk-in customers, markets products outside of the office via marketing calls and in-person visits creating community relationships to promote continued growth and assists customers in the office. Want to grow your sales career with one of the fastest growing auto insurers in the country? Start a new career in a performance-driven environment where you're recognized and rewarded for your results? If you are ready to start working in a fun & exciting environment where making a difference matters, then apply to join our team today!

What makes Direct Auto Insurance unique?

Day 1 Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, Tuition Reimbursement, Pension & so much more! 20 PTO Days per year & 6 Paid Holidays! Ability to sell a multitude of industry-leading products through retail stores and phone! Entrepreneurial, performance-based, and results-focused culture! Multi-tiered and comprehensive paid training program! Base hourly rate plus uncapped monthly incentive!

Minimum Education Required: High School/GED

Job Category: Sales

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities: Minimum Qualifications: 0 2 years of experience P&C licensing (Preferred) or must attain required licensure within 90 days of joining the company. Preferred Skills and Competencies: Successfully closes sales of insurance and ancillary products. Meets and exceeds sales goals through new product sales, cross sell / retention of customers. Leverages community contacts (natural market) to continually build a sales pipeline, as well as an active physical presence in your own community to build multiple centers of influence/referral sources (car dealerships, local events, community organizations, etc.). Initiate outbound calling to established target customer base for Product offerings. Monitors key competitors in the local market area and makes suggestions on initiatives that could improve the company's position in the marketplace. Works with Direct Sales Leadership to plan, implement, and manage marketing and sales processes to achieve production and growth goals. Delivers optimal results within appropriate metrics, including quality, quantity, timeliness, productivity, customer satisfaction and financial performance, including compliance with all rules, procedures, and standards consistent with the manager's supervision. Understands, promotes, and remains current on company underwriting guidelines, announcements, and memos related to changes in company policies and procedures. Receives customer payments, issues receipt and verifies reports of receipts for cash drawers.

Compensation Unlicensed Candidates: Base compensation: $17.50 per hour, based on experience and qualifications. Licensed Candidates (Licensed to sell Auto or Property and Casualty [P&C] Insurance): Base compensation: $20.00 per hour, based on active required license and minimum 6 months of P&C sales experience. Total Compensation: In addition to the base hourly rate, total compensation for this role may include incentive pay, such as commissions and bonuses, based on individual and team performance.

Location: Columbia, South Carolina