Sales Trainee (Portland, OR market)

Modern Woodmen of America is seeking two Sales Trainees from any of the following markets: St. Louis, MO, St. Paul, MN, Boise, ID, Portland, OR, Pittsburgh, PA or Las Vegas, NV. Sales Trainees will undergo a structured training program which develops the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in a sales management role in their communities. This position requires the individual to obtain industry licenses, and you will gain hands-on experience in sales processes, account management, customer relationship management and team leadership. Relocation to Rock Island, IL (Quad Cities area) is required for approximately twelve months. At the end of the program you will move back to your local community to implement the foundational skills you learned to be successful in a field sales role.

Modern Woodmen of America is one of the nation’s largest fraternal benefit societies, with assets over $18 billion. Fraternals are unique membership organizations with peculiar names that pair the “member-owned” characteristic of a mutual insurance company with the “social mission” characteristic of a service organization. They unite individuals with common bonds, provide a variety of life insurance and investment products, and form one of the nation’s most effective volunteer networks.

Responsibilities:

• Understand Modern Woodmen products, sales process, systems and operations in preparation for a field sales role.
• Support the internal sales team by learning and performing daily sales activities such as lead generation, cold calling and qualifying prospects.
• Assist in identifying new sales opportunities and contributing to revenue growth.
• Develop strong relationships with clients to understand their needs and provide solutions.
• Communicate effectively to address inquiries and resolve issues promptly.
• Assist in maintaining and updating sales records, reports and CRM systems.
• Collaborate with other departments to streamline processes and enhance member experience.
• Participate in workshops and training sessions to build skills in sales strategy, leadership and team management.
• Shadow senior sales managers to gain insights into sales operations and team leadership.
• Analyze metrics to measure individual and team performance.
• Assist in preparing sales reports and forecasts to track progress toward targets.
• Take the initiative on projects and gradually assume more responsibility for managing accounts.

What we need:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, sales, marketing or related field.
• Ability to obtain Life and Health license.
• Ability to obtain FINRA Securities Industry Essentials (SIE), FINRA Series 6, Series 63, Series 26.
• Strong customer relationship management.
• Excellent communication and team leadership skills.

What we offer:

• Pay: This position offers a competitive base salary of $40,000-$48,000 plus commission opportunities. The specific rate will depend on the successful candidate’s qualifications and prior experience.
• Work Arrangements: This is a full-time onsite position: 37.5 hours per week (7.5 hours per day), Monday- Friday, with a flexible start time between 7 a.m.-9 a.m. On-site positions work at our Home Office in Rock Island, IL.
•  Stability: Modern Woodmen has been Modern Since 1883® and exists for our members. We make long-term decisions that provide stability for our employees, financial representatives, and members.
• Respect for personal time: We offer vacation, sick leave and 11 paid holidays. We value your time outside of work and offer careers that blend work and life well.
•  Professional growth: Benefit from our commitment to employee development which includes educational offerings to enhance your knowledge of our industry.
• Great culture: We build strong working relationships across our organization through collaborative work and volunteer opportunities.
• A beautiful office: Enjoy a beautiful view! Our home office, located in downtown Rock Island, IL, has a lovely plaza overlooking the Mississippi River.
• On-site café: Our employees can purchase a variety of breakfast, lunch, and beverage options at Café 1883.
• A thriving local community: Not from the Quad Cities and hesitant to consider relocation? Give it some thought. The Quad Cities offers an idyllic Midwestern lifestyle along the mighty Mississippi and consistently ranks at the top of the list for quality of life and cost of living. It’s home to more than our share of artists, festivals, and fun in every season.
• Exceptional benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support your health and financial well-being. Benefits include:
  • Company-paid retirement plan
  • Matching 401(k) plan
  • Employee Impact Bonus
  • Medical, dental and prescription drug insurance. We pay 100% of employees’ health insurance premium and 50% of employee dependents’ premiums.
  • Group term life insurance.
  • Long-term and short-term disability.
  • Voluntary benefits: vision, flexible savings accounts (FSA), accident insurance

Modern Woodmen is an equal opportunity employer. Modern Woodmen is committed to providing a respectful environment where each person’s diverse opinions, attitudes, attributes, and feelings are respected.