Territory Sales Manager (Colorado Springs, CO or Denver, CO)

GEICO • Colorado Springs, CO

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a Territory Sales Manager position who will be responsible for growth of agency relationships to increase profit of GEICO and GEICO-affiliated products within an assigned area of responsibility. This role oversees the development and execution of policies that cater to increasing agency relationships.

Requirements

• Must be able to, with or without accommodation, perform the essential functions which include, but are not limited to seeing, hearing, typing, and speaking
• Must be able to speak in a clear, empathic, and professional manner via phone
• Must be able to meet in person and virtual
• Must be able to follow complex instructions, resolve conflicts or facilitate conflict resolution, and have strong organization/priority setting skills
• Must be able to multi-task
• Must be able to learn and apply large amounts of technical and procedural information
• Candidates must reside in and be able to travel within their geographic area.
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree or 3 years sales or relevant insurance (claims preferred) experience
• Prior experience with driving sales results
• Prior experience working with different lines of insurance a plus (P&C, Commercial, Life/Health)
• Compliance with GEICO’s driving standards and/or policy

Responsibilities

• Prospects, interviews, and approval of new appointments to expand GEICO’s agency distribution.
• Manage agents within a designated area of responsibility using in-person visits, virtual meetings, phone calls, and email to build relationships, deliver trainings, and manage agency performance.
• Implements policies and procedures of the agency program.
• Takes national strategic initiatives and translates them into local goals and objectives; GAINS commitment and holds agents accountable for execution.
• Monitors the performance of agents in relation to goals, procedures, and guidelines.
• Counsels agents, and with leadership support, takes disciplinary action of agents up to and including termination when needed.
• Delivers effective communications; assists agencies in developing local marketing plans and strategies to meet growth goals.
• Uses data analysis to prepare pre-call strategies to focus on the greatest opportunity within the designated area of responsibility and/or specific agency.
• Acts as subject matter expert on GEICO and GEICO-affiliated products, features, and tools.
• Researches to maintain a clear understanding of competitor offerings to influence agents to sell our product.
• Evaluates agency performance and holds agents accountable for agreed upon action plans.
• Conducts training of agency staff on GEICO and GEICO-affiliated products, services, and value proposition.
• In collaboration with leadership and the product team, develops efficient and effective growth plans utilized by agencies.
• Prepares department business plans, staffing projections, and budgets.
• Requisitions supplies and materials necessary for efficient operation.
• Reviews plans and budgets periodically to achieve cost reduction where possible.
• Adheres to the GEICO Code of Conduct, company policies, and operating principles.
• Meets attendance standards at business location to perform necessary job functions and to facilitate interaction with subordinates and management.

Benefits

• 401K savings plan vested from day one that offers a 6% match
• Performance and recognition-based incentives
• Tuition assistance
• Mental healthcare
• Fertility and adoption assistance
• Workplace flexibility
• GEICO Flex program, which offers the ability to work from anywhere in the US for up to four weeks per year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree