State Product Manager-Nonstandard Auto

Sentry Insurance Agency • Nashville, TN

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The State Product Manager-Nonstandard Auto is responsible for increasing profit, premium, & market share while meeting customers’ needs in an assigned region. Sentry Insurance is seeking a Product Manager to design and revise its Personal Lines Nonstandard Auto products. In this role, you will also bring to market product/distribution enhancements designed to attract and retain Non-Standard Auto customers in our Personal Lines portfolio. This will require the ability to communicate, and matrix manage throughout the organization. For this role we are open to considering applicants at our office locations in Stevens Point, WI, Madison, WI, Nashville, TN, or current AWE associates. Based on qualifications and experience of the selected candidate, this role can be filled as an Associate Product Manager or Product Manager. Sentry does not offer employment in this position to holders of F-1, J-1, and H-1 Visas. What You'll Do As a State Product Manager-Nonstandard Auto, you will develop and leverage expert knowledge of Sentry’s Personal Lines Nonstandard Auto products, as well as individual states’ competitive, legal, and regulatory landscapes, to maximize opportunity for success, Additionally, you will: Develop and implement Personal Lines Nonstandard Auto product plans to meet annual premium and profit goals, and take responsibility for loss and expense results Develop and execute strategic plans for expanded product risk appetite, entry into new markets, and/or enhancements to existing products Develop coverage solutions, underwriting guidelines, pricing improvements and contract language, as needed, with support from Analytics, Actuarial, Claims, and Compliance areas Leverage expert knowledge within assigned region, speaking to competitor actions, unique capabilities, and business profile Collaborate with business partners throughout the organization to initiate, prioritize, and drive changes to systems, business practices, and/or product offerings, applying sound analysis and logic Ensure regulatory compliance for new and existing products in coordination with staff responsible for compliance and filings

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
• Minimum of 2 years related Personal Lines work experience, 5+ years of related work experience preferred
• Prior insurance and product management, product development, or business management experience
• Superior leadership, problem solving, and analytical skills with proven ability to effectively communicate, develop relationships, and make data driven decisions
• Ability to meet travel requirements of the position

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Personal Lines Nonstandard Auto product plans to meet annual premium and profit goals, and take responsibility for loss and expense results
• Develop and execute strategic plans for expanded product risk appetite, entry into new markets, and/or enhancements to existing products
• Develop coverage solutions, underwriting guidelines, pricing improvements and contract language, as needed, with support from Analytics, Actuarial, Claims, and Compliance areas
• Leverage expert knowledge within assigned region, speaking to competitor actions, unique capabilities, and business profile
• Collaborate with business partners throughout the organization to initiate, prioritize, and drive changes to systems, business practices, and/or product offerings, applying sound analysis and logic
• Ensure regulatory compliance for new and existing products in coordination with staff responsible for compliance and filings

Benefits

• At Sentry, your total rewards go beyond competitive compensation. Below are some benefits and perks that you’ll receive.
• Sentry is happy to offer flexibility through a scheduled Hybrid work model. Monday and Friday work from home if you choose to, Tuesday through Thursday you’ll work in office. As a Sentry associate, you will have an in-office workspace and materials for your home office. In addition to the laptop, you will receive prior to your start, Sentry will provide equipment for your home office.
• Meal Subsidy available for associates who report to an office.
• 401(K) plan with a dollar-for-dollar match on your first eight percent, plus immediate vesting to help strengthen your financial future.
• Continue your education and career development through Sentry University (SentryU) and utilize our Tuition Reimbursement program
• Generous Paid-Time Off plan for you to enjoy time out of the office as well as Volunteer-Time off
• Group Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Parental leave, and our Health and Wellness benefits to encourage a healthy lifestyle.
• Well-being and Employee Assistance programs
• Sentry Foundation gift matching program to encourage charitable giving.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees