Sales Manager

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for sales employee hiring, training, and development to ensure a productive and effective sales team is working together on initiatives in support of overall company goals.
• Provide effective leadership, communication, and collaboration with various departments and support functions.
• Guide and coach Sales Executives to optimize sales activities and support their individual growth.
• Help reinforce the Kemper Auto Sales model through coaching and consulting.
• Support the team in executing on defined objectives and sales strategies.

Requirements

• Five or more years of insurance experience, preferably in P&C, with a demonstrated track record of success in sales.
• Management experience is preferred; experience as an individual contributor is required.
• Commercial Auto lines experience is preferred.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus.
• Knowledge of insurance operations including underwriting, claims, marketing, and product.
• Effective communication skills.
• Highly motivated, flexible, and a self-starter.
• Ability to manipulate, segment, and interpret report data through spreadsheets.
• Strong time management and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work remotely from a home office in Dallas, San Antonio, or Houston and travel regularly within the area.

Nice to Have

• Bilingual English/Spanish.

Qualifications

• Educational background not explicitly specified, but at least 5 years of insurance experience required.

Benefits & Perks

• Eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.
• Kemper benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401k, etc.
• Health Spending Accounts and various retirement plans.
• Tuition Assistance Program, paid certifications, and continuing education.
• Paid time off and business casual dress code.
• Employee discounts for shopping, dining, and travel through Kemper Perks.