Account executive
Date: sep 23, 2021 req id: 46347 remote position: yes country: us line of business: vsp vision care division: commercial mkts field sbu vsp global is comprised of five complementary businesses that combine high-quality eye care insurance, high-fashion eyewear, customized lenses, ophthalmic technology and retail solutions, with employees in over 23 countriesNo matter the role, we’re all focused on a singular mission: to help people seeLearn more by visiting https://vspglobal.com/cms/careers/ general summary with general direction, service and renew vsp`s products by managing existing accountsExercise a broad knowledge of the organization`s services, products, and marketing techniques to achieve market share and revenue growth objectives, as well as vsp’s operational goalsEssential functions formulate and implement strategic business plans specific to the needs of individual large accounts to retain and increase membership and identify new and ancillary product sales opportunities.
Cultivate and develop strong business relationships with clients and prospective clients’ key stakeholders.
Manage business relationships with brokers, consultants, and other industry partners.
Educate key stakeholders on industry, pricing, and benefit design trends in order to inform and assist with business decisions.
Maintain current working knowledge on existing and new products/services and other general information to ensure accurate information is provided.
Act as liaison between various vsp departments and customers to ensure service levels and expectations are metCollaborate with marketing and product development to address customer’s needs and analyze market data.
Utilize sales automation system to make inquiries, maintain records, and prepare reportsJob specifications typically has the following skills or abilities:
Bachelor’s degree in business or related field, or equivalent experience
Two plus years of business to business sales and/or account management experience, in the employee benefits or healthcare/insurance industry is preferred
Results-driven achiever with exemplary planning and organizational skills, along with a high degree of detail orientation
Highly adaptable, positive, resilient, patient risk-taker who is open to new ideas
Resourceful team player who excels at building trusting relationships with customers and colleagues
Innovative problem-solver who can generate workable solutions and resolve problems
Flexible team player who thrives in environments requiring ability to effectively prioritize and juggle multiple concurrent projects
Exceptional listener and communicator who effectively conveys information verbally and in writing
Highly motivated self-starter who takes initiative with minimal supervision
Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
Knowledge of underwriting, products, services and healthcare industry
Must travel more than 50% of the time
Clean dmv record
Ability to obtain appropriate state insurance license within six months of employment and meet all continuing education requirements working conditions / physical demands the working environment is generally favorable, lighting and temperature is adequate, and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust etcThe above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classificationIt is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this jobVsp global is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to age, gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability or protected veteran statusWe maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
Nearest major market: nashville
Job segment: ophthalmic, retail sales, account executive, substance abuse, healthcare, retail, sales
