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Responsible for articulating our unique differentiators and strengths to agents/agencies in order to exceed Medicare Advantage sales quotas across South Carolina. This role will also include supporting agents with benefit questions, navigating our systems and ongoing training.Description
Location: South Carolina (Low Country- Myrtle Beach, Charleston, Florence area)
What You'll Do:
- Develops and executes marketing plans for new sales and/or retention of existing accounts within assigned territory. Prepares and presents proposals and communications to agents, agencies.
- Develops and maintains professional relationships with agents and agencies. Assesses agent and agency sales opportunities and works with agents and agencies, to resolve problem issues.
- Conducts on-going market research and provides key information that may lead to sales. Prepares and submits required marketing reports to management detailing how best to position company products.
- Maintains product/industry knowledge and marketing skills by attending trading seminars, continuing education classes, conferences, etc.
Logistics:
This role is eligible to work remotely but must be physically located within the state of South Carolina. On-site training may be required, and remote work location approved based on management discretion.
Required Education:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
Preferred Education:
- Bachelor's degree in any field
Required Work Experience:
- Five years sales and marketing.
Preferred Work Experience:
- Health insurance sales experience.
- Prior experience supporting sales during an annual election period.
- High level of comfort supporting employer groups.
- Strong analytic mindset around data compilation.
- Current and active SC state insurance license.
Required Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to develop/maintain effective relationships with agents and agencies.
- Knowledge of marketing principles, techniques, and the marketplace.
- Effective presentation and customer service skills.
- Analytical or critical thinking skills.
- Ability to persuade, negotiate, or influence others.
- Ability to handle confidential or sensitive information with discretion.
- Strong presentation and facilitator skills.
Required Software and Other Tools:
- Microsoft Office.
Required Licenses and Certificates:
- Department of Insurance Licensure must be obtained within 60 days of hire in state employed.
What We can Do for You:
We offer our employees great benefits and rewards. You will be eligible to participate in the benefits the first of the month following 28 days of employment.
- Subsidized health plans, dental and vision coverage
- 401K retirement savings plan with company match
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations
- Wellness program and healthy lifestyle premium discount
- Tuition assistance
- Service recognition
- Employee Assistance
- Discounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks and more
What to Expect Next:
After submitting your application, our recruiting team members will review your resume to ensure your meet the qualifications. This may include a brief telephone interview or email communication with our recruiter to verify resume specifics and salary requirements. If the qualifications required proof of semester hours, please attach your transcript to your application.
Management will be conducting interviews with the most qualified candidates, with prioritization give to those candidates who demonstrate the preferred qualifications.
We participate in E-Verify and comply with the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally, as a federal contractor, the company maintains Affirmative Action programs to promote employment opportunities for minorities, females, disabled individuals and veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.
We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.
If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail mycareer.help@bcbssc.com or call 1-800-288-2227, ext. 47480 with the nature of your request. We will make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
