Territory Sales Representative
About The Position
Progressive is dedicated to helping employees move forward and live fully in their careers. Your journey has already begun. Apply today and take the first step to Destination: Progress. As a territory sales representative , you'll be the face of Progressive for independent agencies. In this role, you'll meet with agents in your assigned territory to influence and advocate for increased utilization of Progressive's products and services. You'll tailor your agent meetings to create opportunities to benefit both Progressive and the agency. As an account sales representative, you'll manage the quality of the book of business and overcome objections to drive profitable growth within your territory. By becoming a trusted partner, you'll learn the agency's goals and how our products fit into those goals. You'll be provided a company vehicle, phone, laptop, and company credit card. Territory: entire state of Delaware, the Eastern and Southern Shore of Maryland, as well as Baltimore, MD, and its surrounding communities. Home office location: Baltimore, MD; Annapolis, MD; Eastern Shore, MD, Frederick, MD; Metro DC, or surrounding communities Travel Requirements: Candidates must be able to occasionally travel to and meet with all agencies within this geographic area. Overnight travel will be required within the territory (approximately four times per month). Additional overnights may take place for agent meetings/conferences or team meetings outside of the assigned territory. In addition, overnight travel will be required to attend training in either Ohio or Florida. Our interview process for this position will include at least one in-person interview, if you advance after the phone interview
Requirements
- High School diploma/GED equivalent or higher and a minimum of six years outside business to business sales experience or territory management experience.
- Bachelor's degree or higher and a minimum of three years outside business to business sales experience or territory management experience.
- This position requires compliance with Progressive's driving standards and\or policy.
- This position requires a valid driver's license and auto insurance.
- Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without the need or potential need, of current or future sponsorship for employment.
- Progressive does not hire candidates with (e.g., F-1 CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT, H-1B, O-1, E-3, TN) statuses for this role.
Nice To Haves
- Outside business-to-business sales experience with a demonstrated ability to advocate, influence, and advance results and business outcomes
- Ability to manage work and weekly schedule independently and efficiently- prior experience in a field-based role
- Ability to use formal and informal networks to accomplish goals and review data sources
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
- Experience with a sales or customer relationship management tool (i.e., Salesforce)
Responsibilities
- Meet with agents in your assigned territory to influence and advocate for increased utilization of Progressive's products and services.
- Tailor your agent meetings to create opportunities to benefit both Progressive and the agency.
- Manage the quality of the book of business and overcome objections to drive profitable growth within your territory.
- Learn the agency's goals and how our products fit into those goals.
Benefits
- 401(k) with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6%
- Medical, dental & vision, including free preventative care
- Wellness & mental health programs
- Health care flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, & life insurance
- Paid time off, including volunteer time off
- Paid & unpaid sick leave where applicable, as well as short & long-term disability
- Parental & family leave; military leave & pay
- Diverse, inclusive & welcoming culture with Employee Resource Groups
- Career development & tuition assistance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
