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Kemper
Sales Manager, Life Insurance
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What they do
A Sales Manager plans and directs sale of products or services to customers. Coordinates sales distribution. Establishes sales territories, quotas and/or goals for staff, and provides training for sales representatives. Analyzes sales data to monitor customer preferences and develops strategies for increasing sales..
$111,900 / year median in Louisiana
+6% projected growth
Job Description
Monroe, Louisiana
R-26-0038285
Location(s) Monroe, Louisiana- Details
- Kemper is one of the nation's leading specialized insurers.
- Sales Manager
- Life Insurance Sales Manager (Field Leadership)
- Overview
- Ready to lead, grow, and make a real impact? Join Kemper as a
- Life Insurance Sales Manager
- , where you'll recruit, develop, and lead a team of agents while driving territory growth through hands-on field leadership. This role is ideal for a motivated leader who enjoys coaching others, building relationships, and leading by example. You'll spend the majority of your time working alongside agents in the field, helping them succeed while growing your own career.
- What You'll Do
- + Recruit, hire, train, and retain a high-performing team of insurance agents + Lead by example through active in-person sales, including door-to-door prospecting and in-home customer presentations + Coach agents through regular field ride-alongs, providing real-time sales training and development + Build a strong local presence by networking within the community to recruit talent and generate new business opportunities + Drive territory growth by supporting agents in achieving sales goals and expanding customer relationships + Monitor agent activity, identify coaching opportunities, and provide performance feedback to improve results + Conduct field and phone-based business reviews to reinforce compliance, customer engagement, and effective sales practices + Demonstrate and reinforce the use of company technology, sales tools, and business processes + Support customer needs in territories without assigned agents by personally conducting sales and service activities + Partner with the District Manager to share field insights, identify training needs, and improve overall territory performance •What Success Looks Like•+ Consistently achieves or exceeds territory sales goals + Builds and retains a strong, high-performing team of agents + Develops agents through effective coaching and hands-on field leadership + Maintains high levels of compliance and customer satisfaction + Creates a positive, accountable, and results-driven team culture + Builds strong community relationships that generate both sales and recruiting opportunities •Qualifications•+ Minimum of 2 years of experience in insurance sales, sales leadership, field training, or a related role + Active Life, Health, Property, and Casualty insurance licenses in required states + Proven success recruiting, developing, and coaching sales professionals + Strong leadership, communication, and performance management skills + Comfortable spending approximately 80% of your time in the field working directly with agents and customers + Valid driver's license, dependable personal vehicle, and minimum 100k/300k auto liability insurance coverage + Ability to pass a background check, motor vehicle report check, and drug screening + Authorization to work in the United States •Why Join Kemper?
- + Competitive pay plus uncapped commission and multiple bonus opportunities + Leadership development and career advancement opportunities + Supportive, high-performance culture focused on coaching and growth + Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community while building a successful team + Comprehensive training, technology, and field support to help you succeed
- Compensation
- Total on-target earnings (OTE) typically range from $47,600 to $111,200 annually based on expected performance, including a $25,000 base salary plus uncapped commission.
- Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k), and paid time off.
- Kemper at a Glance
- The Kemper family of companies is one of the nation's leading specialized insurers.
- Alliance United Insurance Company is not rated. _We value diversity and strive to be an employer of choice. An Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V_
- Eligible employees may enjoy benefits such as:
- Qualify for your choice of health and dental plans within your first month.
- Save for your future with robust 401(k) match, Health Spending Accounts and various retirement plans.
- Learn and Grow with our Tuition Assistance Program, paid certifications and continuing education programs.
- Contribute to your community through United Way and volunteer programs.
- Balance your life with generous paid time off and business casual dress.
- Get employee discounts for shopping, dining and travel through Kemper Perks.
- Benefits eligibility may vary based on position classification, scheduled hours, work location, temporary or contingent status, independent contractor status, SkillBridge participation, and applicable plan terms.