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Job type full-time
Full job description
We help protect our customers against life’s uncertaintiesRegardless of where you work within the company, you’ll be helping provide protection and peace of mind when our customers need it most.
Whether it’s in accounting, claims, it, investments, legal, marketing, sales, or another department, come be part of a company where you can accomplish your goals while contributing to our social mission of becoming america’s most protective insurance company.
Summary: the district sales manager is responsible for providing finance and insurance services for a network of dealerships in an assigned territory for our automotive product portfolio in mo (st louis to kansas city) and part of il (south and central il)This includes maintaining and developing existing automotive dealer relationships as well as acquisitions of new customer accountsKey responsibilities:
Develop and execute a strategy to increase overall production with existing customers
Build and enhance relationships with key dealership personnel
Utilize crm to actively track and analyze sales leads and customer interactions to enhance business relationships with customers and drive sales growth d communi
Establish and maintain ongoing communication with dealers to create visibility before, during and after every client visit and client interaction.
Ability to provide and implement process improvement recommendations leverage customer relationships to generate leads and acquisition opportunities
Maintain industry knowledge surrounding trends and company initiatives
Assist & contribute to the evaluation of competitive programs and products and provide management with updated essential information to develop strategy and negation tactics as needed.
Gather and share competitive information with protective apd.
Cold calling and networking to obtain new sales opportunities resulting in protective apd sales presentations (based on territory)Communications: this position is in continuous contact with clients and and internal associatesAs an ambassador of our company and brand, this position requires initiative to develop and maintain positive interactions, and strong organizational, presentation and communication skillsProfessional specifications:
Bachelor’s degree preferred
Business to business sales experience of 2-5 years in the automotive industry preferred
Retail automotive industry experience preferredRequirements:
Strong focus on customer service, which includes excellent listening skills, verbal and written communication skills as well as interpersonal skills
Proficient in microsoft office (in particular, excel and power point)
Possess an organized approach to problem solving
Must have a vehicle, a valid driver’s license with a good driving recordMust be able to travel 50-75% of the time by air or car (varies by territory) legally able to work in the united states and its territories
At protective, we are committed to providing an inclusive culture where all employees fully contribute and thriveWe have always been a values-driven cultureDoing the right thing and serving people are part of our dna, and we believe that valuing and embracing different backgrounds and perspectives is what makes us unique.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to being inclusive and attracting, retaining, and growing the talents of a diverse and inclusive workforce.
