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ProAg (a member of Tokio Marine HCC)

Business Development Manager

RemoteUnited States only
Published
Role
Business Development
Experience
Senior
Employment
Full-time
Company size
Enterprise
$99.6k–$122k/yr
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No BS summary

Individual-contributor sales role targeting crop insurance agents in Kansas and the eastern U.S.; must be relationship-focused with 6+ years relevant sales experience (crop insurance preferred). Location: Remote — Kansas; heavy travel up to 70%. Must understand crop insurance business and ProAg SRA.

Core skills

crop insurance (SRA)

Required skills

relationship developmentsales outreachcold callingnetworkingCRM / database maintenanceanalysis of quote/close/renewal/loss ratiosknowledge of crop insurance and Standard Reinsurance Agreement (SRA)

Optional skills

crop insurance experience (preferred)

What you'll do

  • Quickly develop relationships with prospective crop insurance agents in Kansas and recruit them to place their business with ProAg.
  • Work with currently appointed crop insurance agents to place more of their business with ProAg.
  • Identify agents that best fit culture, profitability, and geography to grow profitable business.
  • Travel extensively and flexibly (up to 70% of the time) to meet sales goals.
  • Drive profitable growth through sales efforts and agent-focused marketing initiatives as a trusted advisor.
  • Identify and pursue new business opportunities via cold calling, networking, trade shows, and strategic partnerships.
  • Monitor competitors, industry trends, and client insights to inform strategy.
  • Conduct targeted sales outreach to prospective agents and cultivate long-term relationships.
  • Collaborate with agents to deliver tailored solutions and drive profitable premium growth.
  • Cultivate strong relationships with current books of business through periodic on-site visits and timely issue resolution.
  • Develop and maintain database of current and prospective producers.
  • Maintain deep understanding of the crop insurance business and ProAg’s Standard Reinsurance Agreement (SRA).
  • Ensure compliance with organization policies and government regulations, including SCD, ARD, PRD, fund designation, and accounting cutoff.
  • Track producer quote ratio, close ratio, renewal persistency, and loss ratio and adapt sales strategy.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with sales, marketing, product, finance, and operations.
  • Perform other relevant duties and projects as assigned.

What they require

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, or related field, or equivalent education/experience.
  • 6 years of relevant and progressive professional experience in sales.
  • Crop Insurance experience preferred.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with emphasis on confidentiality, tact, and diplomacy.
  • Exceptional organizational and analytical skills with ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefit package
  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage (eligibility beginning on first day)
  • Basic life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan with 6% company match
  • 20 days of PTO, three floating holidays, ~10 paid holidays, and volunteer time off
  • Paid parental leave
  • Access to wellness program including mental health services, fitness network membership, complimentary Headspace subscription
  • Student loan matching program
  • Employee discount program
  • Opportunities for growth and career advancement
  • Strong learning culture with ongoing development opportunities

ProAg, a member of the Tokio Marine HCC group of companies, positioned as a financially strong and well-capitalized insurer with an AM Best rating of A++. With 100 years of service to agents & insureds; part of Tokio Marine HCC group with offices in the United States, the United Kingdom, Europe, and other locations.

InsuranceEnterprise
$99.6k–$122k/yr