Territory Sales Manager (REMOTE: Portland, OR)

GEICO•OR Remote Zone 1, OR

8d•$104,550 - $161,950•Remote

About The Position

GEICO is seeking an IA Territory Sales Manager responsible for the growth of agency relationships and sales production to increase the growth of GEICO and GEICO-affiliated products within an assigned area of responsibility. GEICO offers a rewarding career where ambitions are met with endless possibilities. Every day, GEICO honors its iconic brand by offering quality coverage to millions of customers and being there when they need us most. GEICO thrives on relentless innovation to exceed customers' expectations while making a real impact on local communities nationwide. Founded in 1936, GEICO is a member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies and one of the largest auto insurers in the United States. GEICO wants employees to feel valued, supported, and proud to work there, offering the GEICO Pledge: Great Company, Great Culture, Great Rewards, and Great Careers.

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 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 learn and apply large amounts of technical and procedural information
Compliance with GEICO’s driving standards and/or policy
Valid driver’s license and auto insurance

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or 5 years sales or relevant insurance experience
Prior experience with owning and driving sales results
Prior experience working with different lines of insurance a plus (P&C, Commercial, Life & Health)

Responsibilities

Manage agents within a designated area of responsibility using in-person, virtual, phone, and email to build relationships, deliver training, and manage agency performance.
Acts as subject matter expert on GEICO and GEICO-affiliated products, features, and tools while also understanding and maintaining a clear understanding of competitor offerings to increase preference for GEICO’s products.
Takes national strategic initiatives and translates them into local goals and objectives to increase agent engagement, execution, and growth.
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.
Monitors the performance of agents in relation to goals, procedures, and guidelines.
Conducts training of agency staff on GEICO and GEICO-affiliated products, services, and value proposition.
Counsel agents, and with leadership support, take disciplinary action of agents up to and including termination.
Prospects, interviews, and approve new appointments to expand GEICO’s agency distribution.
Adheres to the GEICO Code of Conduct, company policies and operating principles.
Meets attendance standard at business location to perform necessary job functions and to facilitate interaction with subordinates and management.