What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Field Territory Manager - Spokane position at Farmers Insurance?
We are Farmers!
We are... more than just your favorite commercials. At Farmers, we strive to deliver peace of mind to our customers by providing protection and comprehensive advice and delivering in the moments of truth. That means having people who can help us meet changing customer and business needs. Farmers high-performance culture is focused on results and the people who achieve them. We hold ourselves and others accountable for sustainably growing the business and each other. We seek solutions, own our actions, and grow through discomfort. We see setbacks as opportunities while continuously asking ourselves how we impact our customers.
Farmers is an award winning, equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of a diverse workforce. We are dedicated to supporting the well-being of our people through our extensive suite of benefits, as well as the well-being of the communities we serve through employee volunteer programs and nonprofit partnerships. Helping others in their time of need isn't just our business - it's our culture! To learn more about our high-performance culture and open opportunities, check out www.Farmers.com / careers / corporate and be sure to follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok.
Workplace : Remote ( #LI-Remote )
Farmers believes in a culture of collaboration, creativity, and innovation, which thrives when we have the ability to work flexibly in a virtual setting as well as the opportunity to be together in person. Our hybrid work environment combines the best of both worlds with at least three (3) days in office and up to two (2) days virtual for employees who live within fifty (50) miles of a Farmers corporate office. Applicants beyond fifty (50) miles may still be considered.
This Field Territory Manager position will represent the Foremost® and Bristol West® Insurance brands - which are both part of the Farmers Insurance Group® - in the Independent Agent (IA) Channel.
This couldn't be a better time to join the team! We already offer a well-rounded suite of personal lines insurance - including our non-standard auto line and niche specialty lines - and with the recent addition of our standard and preferred auto and home lines, we've got the full package. Moving forward, we have exciting things on the horizon. We are enhancing our technology, refining our products and we are on the path to becoming one of the leading IA brands in the country.
So, as you can see, now is the time to be a part of this organization! We are going to win in the IA channel and we need experienced salespeople to help us do it.
Job Summary
- Analyzes independent agency activity within a portfolio of assigned agencies and associated premium under management to understand trends and is responsible for realizing premium and profit objectives for those agencies and the portfolio.
- Activities performed to achieve those objectives may include training on products, systems, service, and underwriting, book transfers, development of existing agencies, new business growth and retention, or prospecting for new agencies.
- Serves as the primary contact point for agency support staff to build and maximize the agency / company relationship for Personal Lines; Specialty Lines and Commercial Lines products.
Essential Job Functions
Physical Actions
Job is performed in-person at a Farmers office or virtually at an approved alternative work location. Job may include work performed at field locations. The physical work environment is indoors and climate-controlled with adequate lighting and ventilation. Normal and customary distractions include background noise produced by office equipment and chatter among people, as well as interruptions. Field work performed outdoors may include exposure to weather elements. Frequently sits or stands for prolonged periods of time, up to a full shift. Occasionally moves about the workplace including navigating stairs, ramps, and level or uneven surfaces. Occasionally moves, pushes, pulls, lifts, carries, and places objects or materials weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance. Frequently uses shoulders, arms, hands, and fingers to manipulate equipment, tools, and objects necessary to perform job duties. Frequently performs fine motor tasks such as typing, mousing, or writing, up to a full shift. Occasionally performs movements such as bending, stooping, crouching, kneeling, twisting, and reaching overhead or below the knees. Possesses clear vision, with or without correction, to visually read and verify information. Relies on depth perception and peripheral vision to navigate the work environment visually by identifying barriers, changes in terrain and locating objects. Possesses adequate hearing, with or without correction, to communicate with co-workers, respond promptly to auditory signals or alarms, and discern sounds essential for maintaining safety and productivity in the workplace. Jobs in this category may require regular travel between Farmers offices, alternative work locations, and / or field locations.
Education Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent required. Bachelors degree preferred. CIC, CPCU, or insurance licenses preferred. Upon Hire.
Experience Requirements
Minimum three years of insurance sales and management work experience. Experience achieving profitable premium growth and sales success.
Benefits
o WA Only : Dependent upon location and experience : $84,000 - $120,000
Job Location(s) : Spokane or Tri-Cities
Anticipated application deadline : At Farmers, the recruitment process is designed to ensure that we find the best talent to join our team. As part of this process, we typically close open positions within 8 to 21 days after posting. If you are interested in any of our open positions, we encourage you to submit your application promptly.
Farmers will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance or other applicable law. Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1033, Farmers is prohibited from employing any individual who has been convicted of any criminal felony involving dishonesty or a breach of trust without prior written consent from the state Department of Insurance.
Farmers is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in any employer / employee relations based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military and veteran's status, or any other basis protected by applicable discrimination laws.
Want to learn more about our culture & opportunities? Check out www.Farmers.com / careers / corporate and be sure to follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok.
Salary : $84,000 - $120,000
