Summary
 

Assists the Regional Manager by driving sales, mentoring staff, and executing marketing initiatives. Supports educational initiatives by attending community events and providing expertise on products or services. Engages in outside and store sales with sales teams to boost performance, ensure excellent customer service, and assist with escalations and strategy development.

Description
 

Location: This position is full-time (40-hours/week) Monday-Friday in a typical office environment. You will work an 8-hour shift scheduled during our normal business hours of 8:00AM-5:00PM. It may be necessary, given the business need to work occasional overtime. You may be required to travel between buildings. This role is located at 7467 St. Andrews Road Irmo, SC 29063

What You Will Do:

• Provides retail and outside sales support for customers of health and ancillary insurance products. Analyzes prospective customer needs and matches appropriate company products and services. Generates and acts upon leads for new sales and the sales of replacement and add-on products. Tracks, analyzes, and reports on Retail Center performance.
• Coaches and trains staff to strengthen skills and empower team members to meet individual and collective sales goals. Defines and communicates criteria to achieve high-performance service. Serves as backup to the Retail Manager.
• Participates in community activities and in local organizations to provide education and service. Supports local presence organization and association integration to assist and leverage relationships for BCBSSC community.
• Develops and Executes marketing plans to generate traffic, support membership, and create positive brand awareness. Serves as point of contact for the Marketing team in activating monthly Health Fairs and sponsored events. Works closely with marketing and local leadership to support regional business objectives.

To Qualify for This Position, You'll Need the Following:

• Required Education: Bachelor's
• Degree Equivalency: 4 years job related work experience or Associate's and 2 years job related work experience
• Required Work Experience: 3 years retail or healthcare sales/service experience.
• Skills and Abilities: Ability to plan, develop, and execute marketing campaigns and meet sales goals. Demonstrated sales team motivation skills. Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and make sound decisions. Good judgment skills. Demonstrated leadership, customer service, presentation, and organizational skills. Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills. Analytical or critical thinking skills. Ability to persuade, negotiate, or influence others. Ability to direct, motivate, and assess performance of others.
• Software and Other Tools: Microsoft Office.
• Required Training: 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 by specific areas.

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
• Education Assistance
• Service Recognition
• National discounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks and more

What We Can Do for You:

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 you meet the qualifications. This may include a brief telephone interview or email communication with our recruiter to verify resume specifics and salary requirements.

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 individuals with disabilities and protected 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 disabilities, pregnant individuals, individuals with pregnancy-related conditions, and individuals needing accommodations for sincerely held religious beliefs, provided that those accommodations do not impose an undue hardship on the Company.

If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email [email protected] or call 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.

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