Market Development Coordinator

At Sentry, our business is built around people, and we pride ourselves on the promise to deliver efficient and effective services. We’re looking for a detail-oriented, organized, and self-starting administrative individual to join our team as a Market Development Coordinator to help support our Regional and Transportation business units.

What You’ll Do

As the Market Development Coordinator, you’ll work closely with our Market Development Specialists to coordinate the timely and accurate execution and tracking of market development initiatives designed to increase agent, client, and prospect engagement while supporting profitable growth objectives for each business unit (Transportation and Regional). In addition, you’ll:

• Provide visitor assistance while on campus (reserve hotel rooms, meeting rooms, catering, golf shuttle services, communicate visitor requirements for the building)
• Coordinate associate events (anniversaries, team building, retirement and other celebrations)
• Coordinate small department events
• Inventory and order office supplies
• Process invoices for department leadership
• Organize annual holiday cards and gift baskets
• Monitor the general mailboxes and handle requests
• Manage external user access requests
• Obtain and process agent licenses, appointments, and ensure all pertinent documents are current.
• Prepare and distribute approved communications to increase agent and customer engagement for the business units
• Collaborate with market development and sales associates to develop and customize presentations and supporting materials for agent meeting and events.
• Coordinate timely delivery of marketing assets in support of key industry association marketing efforts as assigned.
• Generate and monitor email distribution lists.
• Provide systems support to internal customers and external agents with questions regarding Sentry’s quoting and policy issuance system and portals.
• Support Market Development Specialists with event and trade show preparation and hosting by updating project plans, preparing communications, assisting with event set-ups and other event details.
• Work with the Market Development team to offer suggestions and creative, new ideas for efficiencies for future projects/campaigns.
• Perform other job-related duties as needed.

What it Takes

• Associates Degree or equivalent work experience required; Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field strongly preferred
• 0-2 years of related work experience with previous marketing or sales experience beneficial
• Demonstrated experience with various software and office applications including Microsoft Office Suite; CRM systems, PolicyCenter, and Insight or other policy issuance systems and iContact or other email distribution software experience preferred
• Problem solving, self-starter with exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks and efficiently and effectively meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently with great attention to detail

What You'll Receive

At Sentry, your total rewards go beyond competitive compensation. Below are some benefits and perks that you’ll receive.

• Sentry is happy to offer flexibility through a scheduled Hybrid work model. Monday and Friday work from home if you choose to, Tuesday through Thursday you’ll work in office.
• As a Sentry associate, you will have an in-office workspace and materials for your home office. In addition to the laptop, you will receive prior to your start, Sentry will provide equipment for your home office. 
• Meal Subsidy available for associates who report to an office.
• 401(K) plan with a dollar-for-dollar match on your first eight percent, plus immediate vesting to help strengthen your financial future.
• Continue your education and career development through Sentry University (SentryU) and utilize our Tuition Reimbursement program
• Generous Paid-Time Off plan for you to enjoy time out of the office as well as Volunteer-Time off
• Group Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Parental leave, and our Health and Wellness benefits to encourage a healthy lifestyle.
• Well-being and Employee Assistance programs
• Sentry Foundation gift matching program to encourage charitable giving.

About Sentry

We take great pride in making Forbes’ list of America’s Best Midsize Employers. A lot of different factors go into that honor, many of which contribute to your job satisfaction.

Our bright future is built on a long track record of success. We got our start in 1904 and have been helping businesses succeed and protect their futures ever since. Because of the trust placed in us, we’re one of the largest and financially strongest mutual insurance companies in the United States. We’re rated A+ by A.M. Best, the industry's leading rating authority.

Our headquarters is in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, with offices located throughout the United States. From sales to claims, and information technology to marketing, we enjoy a rewarding and challenging work environment with opportunities for ongoing professional development and growth.

Get ready to own your future at Sentry. Opportunities await!

Talent Acquisition Specialist
Kasha Dombrowski
[email protected]

Equal Employment Opportunity

Sentry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy that there be no discrimination in employment based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, marital status, or sexual orientation.