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At Pulte Insurance Agency, we protect what matters most—our customers and our people. As an independent agency within the PulteGroup family, we offer personalized insurance solutions with integrity and heart. Our team thrives on doing the right thing, working together, and creating a culture where everyone belongs. With opportunities for growth, community involvement, and recognition from Fortune and Great Place to Work, this is where your career can truly take off.
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This position is hybrid and located is Coppell, Texas, a suburb of Dallas.
JOB SUMMARY
The Pulte Insurance Agency Sales Manager is responsible for driving sales strategies, managing the sales team, and achieving capture and financial targets. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in insurance sales, excellent leadership skills, and a proven track record of success in achieving sales goals. This role requires deep product expertise, operational discipline, and the ability to lead change and foster a high-performance culture.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead, motivate, and manage a team of insurance sales agents to achieve individual and team sales targets
Provide coaching, training, and support to the sales team to improve performance and productivity
Conduct regular performance evaluations against set goals and provide constructive feedback and coaching to improve team performance
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, insurance carriers, and other stakeholders
Develop and implement effective sales strategies to drive growth in property and casualty insurance products, leveraging builder-specific product knowledge and competitive positioning
Oversee and optimize the sales funnel, ensuring CRM and quoting platforms are used effectively and compliance standards are met
Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless delivery of services to clients
Serve as the primary point of contact for team members seeking assistance with various processes, addressing customer complaints and escalations, and handling underwriting exception requests
Manage the team's phone queue and schedule queue downtime for meetings and other relevant events
Monitor task performance within the team and reassign tasks when they are not completed within the expected timeframe
Regularly convene with sales agents to address current priorities and needs. Review phone interactions, offer constructive feedback, and provide coaching as required
Contribute significantly to distribution-related decisions, including realignment choices and lead updates
Be the primary lead in team meetings, contributing to planning and presenting on specific items and goals; foster a collaborative team environment and promote teamwork among sales agents
Communicate process changes as necessary and ensure the team comprehends these changes effectively
Play an active role in the hiring process, including conducting interviews and taking responsibility for new hire onboarding
Manage the time-off calendar for the sales team
Stay updated on industry developments, competitors, and regulatory changes
Track agent productivity, service levels, and maintain contact cadence and follow-up standards
Lead pilots or working groups to test new processes and provide strategic input on product and policy discussions
Drive change management and process improvement initiatives, formalizing operational reporting and performance tracking
Proactively engage with agents and stakeholders, providing weekly updates and maintaining customer feedback tools
Foster a positive team culture through recognition, engagement, and talent development
SCOPE: (decision making, size of organization, budgetary etc.)
Decision Impact: Team
Department Responsibility: None
Budgetary Responsibility: No
Direct Reports: Yes
Indirect Reports: No
Physical Requirements: May occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES LEVEL: MENTOR / COACH / FEEDBACK
Ensures appropriate staffing to meet department needs
Utilizes recruiting and selection tools/processes to build organizational talent
Delegates work according to employee’s abilities and skills
Evaluates employee’s performance and plans for compensation actions in accordance with that performance
Provides developmental opportunities through identification of internal and external training opportunities
Creates opportunities for employee growth
Provides continuous coaching with regard to functional and leadership standards (technical skills and behaviors)
REQUIRED EDUCATION
Minimum High School diploma or equivalent
Property & Casualty Agent License preferred
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
Minimum of 3 years’ experience as an insurance agent, preferably with a background in builder business
Minimum of 2 years’ experience as an insurance team lead or supervisor, preferably with a background in builder business
Knowledge of Property & Casualty insurance products for multiple state and carriers
Experience with Department of Insurance state specific solicitation and
selling regulations
Possess excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to convey complex insurance concepts clearly and manage team interactions
Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets and driving business growth
Effective leadership abilities, including the capacity to mentor, coach, and motivate a sales team
Proficient computer skills with experience in Windows-based programs, CRM systems, and insurance-related software and technology
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex insurance issues and client needs
Dependable, self-motivated and able to take action with minimal direction
Make informed and timely decisions to resolve client concerns and ensure efficient team operations
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