Internal Sales Manager - Lincoln, NE

Sales

Full-time

Position Description:

The Internal Sales Manager will lead and direct a team which is responsible for providing case design, product information, illustration support, training, competition research, and proactive outreach to producers, agency managers, and field office staff.

At Ameritas, our mission is Fulfilling Life. We do that in many ways, but especially by helping people invest in themselves by offering trusted financial products and advice. Because we believe everyone should be happy, healthy and financially secure, we work hard to provide trusted financial products and valued guidance, including individual life and disability insurance, employee benefits, retirement planning, investments, and wealth management services.

Position Location:

• This is a hybrid role working partially in-office and partially from home.

What you do:

• Facilitates the achievement of annual sales goals for assigned products.
• Creating, executing, and measuring effectiveness of plans for sales promotions and campaigns, product rollouts, follow-ups from company meetings and training events.
• Applies management expertise to set direction and to resolve problems within own discipline by organizing efficient work flows.
• Develops and monitors quality measurements including surveys, interviews and recorded call monitoring to ensure field contacts add value to our field and contribute to increased sales.
• Researches industry trends regarding field training, sales support, and product marketing to ensure this team is providing impactful business development; take a lead role in training of new processes, procedures and products.
• Provides professional development to team through formal training, work assignments, and mentoring.
• Establishes strong relationships with field leaders including Field Advisory Council, task force members, and key study group leaders.
• Adapts departmental plans and priorities to address operational challenges that may deter attainment of sales goals.
• Builds structure within customer tracking system that allows effective measurement for campaigns and marketing programs.
• Responsible for the strategic direction, development, hiring, and implementation of the core internal sales development team.

What you bring:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required
• 4-7 years of wholesaling experience required; and 2-4 years of supervisory experience preferred
• Series 6,63 required; Series 26 preferred
• State Life and Health License required

What we offer:

A meaningful mission. Great benefits. A vibrant culture

Ameritas is an insurance, financial services and employee benefits provider Our purpose is fulfilling life. It means helping all kinds of people, at every age and stage, get more out of life.

At Ameritas, you'll find energizing work challenges. Flexible hybrid work options. Time for family and community. But dig deeper. Benefits at Ameritas cover things you expect -- and things you don't:

Ameritas Benefits

For your money:

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match and quarterly contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement and Assistance
• Incentive Program Bonuses
• Competitive Pay

For your time:

• Flexible Hybrid work
• Thrive Days - Personal time off
• Paid time off (PTO)

For your health and well-being:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
• Well-being programs with financial rewards
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

For your professional growth:

• Professional development programs
• Leadership development programs
• Employee resource groups
• StrengthsFinder Program

For your community:

• Matching donations program
• Paid volunteer time- 8 hours per month

For your family:

• Generous paid maternity leave and paternity leave
• Fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance
• Backup child, elder and pet care support

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Ameritas has a reputation as a company that cares, and because everyone should feel safe bringing their authentic, whole self to work, we're committed to an inclusive culture and diverse workplace, enriched by our individual differences. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that hires based on qualifications, positive attitude, and exemplary work ethic, regardless of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

This is a sales position. The posted range reflects the base pay and variable compensation. The pay range posted reflects a nationwide minimum to maximum covering all potential locations where the position may be filled. The final determination on base pay for any position will be based on multiple factors including role, career level, work location, skill set, and candidate level of experience to ensure pay equity within the organization. This position will be eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefits package (see above for details). This position will be eligible to participate in our variable compensation program with a target defined by the applicable program.

Pay Range Pay Range

The estimated pay range for this job. Disclosing pay information promotes competitive and equitable pay.

The actual pay rate will depend on the person's qualifications and experience.

$71,000.00 - $178,000.00 / year

Pay transparency is rooted in principles of fairness, equity, and accountability within the workplace. Sharing pay ranges for job postings is one way Ameritas shows our commitment to equitable compensation practices.