Sales Specialist

Integrity • Clinton Township, MI

7d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Sales Specialist at American Health Plans, you will present and sell the company’s products to customers over the phone. You will build and maintain client relationships, understand and meet customer needs, and provide ongoing support. This is an in-office role with base pay plus uncapped commission. The company provides paid training and financial assistance to obtain the required Health & Accident Producers License; employees who are not already licensed must be willing to obtain a license within their first 30 days of employment.

Requirements

• At least a high school degree.
• At least 1 year of sales experience.
• If not currently licensed, willingness to obtain a Health & Accident Producers License within the first 30 days of employment.
• Effective and professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Customer service skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Organized with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office products and Windows-based applications.
• Dependable and self-motivated.
• Curiosity and ability to ask probing questions to obtain necessary information.
• Willingness to work overtime, including extended weekday office hours and weekends during peak/open enrollment from November through mid-January each year.

Nice To Haves

• Some college or a college degree.
• Active health insurance licenses.
• Previous experience in the health insurance industry.

Responsibilities

• Educate new and existing customers about suitable policies.
• Develop and maintain customer relationships through networking and contacting referrals.
• Resolve customer inquiries and concerns in a timely manner.
• Expand business through effective marketing strategies and networking techniques.
• Comply with industry and company standards and regulations.
• Continuously replenish job-specific knowledge and identify areas for personal growth.
• Track and record customer information using established processes and procedures.
• Participate in team and individual meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule, with additional time off for community service and birthdays.
• Paid training and financial assistance to obtain the required Health & Accident Producers License.
• Multiple health insurance plans.
• 401(k) with immediately vested employer matching.
• Employer-paid HSA contributions for eligible health plans.
• Employee ownership program after one year.
• Competitive compensation with base pay and uncapped commission.
• Friendly competitions, contests, and charity fundraising activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED