Outside Sales Representative - Irmo, SC

Summary
 Outside Sales Representative, responsible for selling Health Insurance products in South Carolina. Responsible for new sales, renewal of existing members, and providing service as needed. Product Portfolio for group and individual consumers include ACA Plans and Medicare for eligible consumers. Production quotas within an assigned territory.
Description
 

Position Purpose:

Outside Sales Representative, responsible for selling Health Insurance products in South Carolina.  Responsible for new sales, renewal of existing members, and providing service as needed.  Product Portfolio for group and individual consumers include ACA Plans and Medicare for eligible consumers.  Production quotas within an assigned territory.

Logistics: Blue Store - Columbia, SC

Location: This is a full-time position working (40-hours/week) with a "hybrid" blend of office and community outreach within the Greenville area. Normal business hours are 8:30am-5:30pm. It may be necessary to work occasional overtime. This role is located at: 7467 Saint Andrews Road Irmo, SC 29063.

What You Will Do:

• Promotes individual insurance products at community events, sales events and ad-hoc outings. Achieves individual sales goals through in-depth product knowledge and effective customer service. Assist in set up and closure of the Mobile Unit at events.
• Provides sales and service to customers, which includes cold calling, scheduling appointments and meeting face-to-face with individuals, small groups and communities. Through effective community outreach, identifies and promotes insurance products.
• Generates and acts upon leads, follow-up and/or outreach. Analyzes prospective customer needs and matches to appropriate company products and services. Presents and explains various recommended products, benefits, features, and alternatives to the customer.
• Provides sales/service support and backup for retail centers.

To Qualify for This Position, You Will Need:

• Required Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
• Required Work Experience: 1 year retail, sales, and/or marketing experience.
• Required Skills and Abilities: Ability to develop/maintain effective relationships with potential customers. Knowledge of marketing principles, techniques, and the marketplace. Effective presentation and customer service skills. Analytical or critical thinking skills. Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills. Effective organizational skills. Ability to persuade, negotiate, or influence others. Ability to handle confidential or sensitive information with discretion.
• 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. Licensure must be maintained while in job. Other licensures and certifications may be required and maintained due to assigned products.

We Prefer That You Have the Following:

• Preferred Education: Bachelor's degree
• Three years previous outside sales experience including customer service
• Active Department of Insurance License in Health, Life, and Accident
• Preferred Skills and Abilities: Previous knowledge/experience with health insurance products to include individual and group plans.
• Preferred Software and Other Tools: Working knowledge of PowerPoint or other presentation software. Proficiency with the Internet and web-based tools.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes the following:

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 We Can Do for You: (Standard, unless otherwise directed)

We understand the value of a diverse and inclusive workplace and strive to be an employer where employees across all spectrums have the opportunity to develop their skills, advance their careers and contribute their unique abilities to the growth of our company.

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

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 [email protected] 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.