IA Distribution, Zone Director - Midwest Region
Farmers Insurance, Topeka, KS, United States
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Job Summary
This position is responsible for developing and executing distribution strategies for the independent agency channel in assigned states with Regional Field Executive alignment.
The role collaborates cross-functionally across teams to create and implement state-level strategies that meet short- and long-term financial goals.
Key responsibilities include aligning and driving strategic business plans, recruiting, coaching and developing field sales staff, managing budgets, and ensuring the profitable growth of all product lines.
Performs work independently while applying knowledge of key business factors to maximize team and department performance.
Essential Job Functions
Collaborates in the development and execution of strategic business plans for Foremost and Bristol West products in the independent agency channel for assigned states. Drives the execution of state distribution strategies, ensuring alignment with product and underwriting partners. Directs the overall state team strategy to achieve profitable growth across product lines. Leads the recruitment, development, training, and coaching of field sales staff.
Develops and implements short-, mid-, and long-term objectives, strategies, and action plans. Supports the development of Territory Managers and agency growth plans. Manages performance of direct reports. Creates and recommends training programs, policies, and practices to ensure a well-equipped sales force.
Plans, directs, and coordinates all sales-related activities to achieve revenue goals. Formulates and oversees sales/marketing plans and promotions to stimulate profitable sales growth. Identifies target markets and directs efforts in training, sales, marketing support, and research. Acts as an advocate by recommending new products, services, and field initiatives. Ensures regular, clear, and consistent cross-functional communication with product management, underwriting, executive management, and agency partners. Serves as a communication bridge between Foremost and other internal and external groups.
Collaborates with marketing and training teams to develop educational materials and strategies. Responsible for the initiation, positioning, and distribution of products and product enhancements. Implements rate and product changes while ensuring successful communication and training. Assesses industry trends to identify new opportunities and implement them effectively. Uses quantitative knowledge to influence future products and rate changes.
Coordinates field-facing activities, programs, and promotions to align with business objectives. Performs other duties as assigned while contributing to the overall success of the zone and organization. Reviews quarterly updates on regional objectives and makes necessary revisions to achieve goals. Evaluates and develops field sales force objectives and plans to ensure the achievement of sales goals.
Tracks and reports progress of sales programs and contests to business unit management. Stays informed of competitive, legislative, and regulatory activity within assigned states. Ensures understanding and implementation of technology in the sales process to maximize effectiveness.
Physical Actions
Job is performed in‑person at a Farmers office or virtually at an approved alternative work location. Includes field locations, indoor climate‑controlled environment, and outdoor work that may involve exposure to weather. Employees frequently sit, stand, or move for prolonged periods, lift or carry up to 50 pounds, and perform fine motor tasks such as typing and writing. Regular travel between offices, alternative work locations, and field locations may be required.
Education Requirements
Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree or MBA preferred.
Experience Requirements
Minimum seven years of experience in the insurance industry, preferably in sales, marketing, or distribution.
Experience leading and managing sales teams preferred.
Additional Qualification
Effective leadership skills. Proven leadership, critical thinking, decision‑making, problem‑solving, change management, and organizational skills.
Builds and manages effective teams. Proven ability to coach and mentor others while fostering a high‑performance culture. Demonstrated analytical skills.
Proven ability to plan strategically and tactically. Proven ability to develop and execute business plans and achieve successful results.
Strong verbal, listening, written communication, time management, and priority setting skills. Ability to analyze and interpret financial data, and to manage performance and changes with products and pricing.
Possesses strong technical aptitude. Proficient with Microsoft Office suite, agency management systems, and comparative raters.
Benefits
Competitive salary commensurate with experience, qualifications, and location.
HI/IL/MN/VT Only: $121,350 – $202,730
Bonus opportunity based on company and individual performance.
401(k)
Medical, dental, vision
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Assistance
For more information, review “What we offer” on https://www.farmers.com/careers/corporate/#offer
Job Location FIELD – (MN, IA, MO, KS, NE, SD, ND)
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.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
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.
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Job Summary
This position is responsible for developing and executing distribution strategies for the independent agency channel in assigned states with Regional Field Executive alignment.
The role collaborates cross-functionally across teams to create and implement state-level strategies that meet short- and long-term financial goals.
Key responsibilities include aligning and driving strategic business plans, recruiting, coaching and developing field sales staff, managing budgets, and ensuring the profitable growth of all product lines.
Performs work independently while applying knowledge of key business factors to maximize team and department performance.
Essential Job Functions
Collaborates in the development and execution of strategic business plans for Foremost and Bristol West products in the independent agency channel for assigned states. Drives the execution of state distribution strategies, ensuring alignment with product and underwriting partners. Directs the overall state team strategy to achieve profitable growth across product lines. Leads the recruitment, development, training, and coaching of field sales staff.
Develops and implements short-, mid-, and long-term objectives, strategies, and action plans. Supports the development of Territory Managers and agency growth plans. Manages performance of direct reports. Creates and recommends training programs, policies, and practices to ensure a well-equipped sales force.
Plans, directs, and coordinates all sales-related activities to achieve revenue goals. Formulates and oversees sales/marketing plans and promotions to stimulate profitable sales growth. Identifies target markets and directs efforts in training, sales, marketing support, and research. Acts as an advocate by recommending new products, services, and field initiatives. Ensures regular, clear, and consistent cross-functional communication with product management, underwriting, executive management, and agency partners. Serves as a communication bridge between Foremost and other internal and external groups.
Collaborates with marketing and training teams to develop educational materials and strategies. Responsible for the initiation, positioning, and distribution of products and product enhancements. Implements rate and product changes while ensuring successful communication and training. Assesses industry trends to identify new opportunities and implement them effectively. Uses quantitative knowledge to influence future products and rate changes.
Coordinates field-facing activities, programs, and promotions to align with business objectives. Performs other duties as assigned while contributing to the overall success of the zone and organization. Reviews quarterly updates on regional objectives and makes necessary revisions to achieve goals. Evaluates and develops field sales force objectives and plans to ensure the achievement of sales goals.
Tracks and reports progress of sales programs and contests to business unit management. Stays informed of competitive, legislative, and regulatory activity within assigned states. Ensures understanding and implementation of technology in the sales process to maximize effectiveness.
Physical Actions
Job is performed in‑person at a Farmers office or virtually at an approved alternative work location. Includes field locations, indoor climate‑controlled environment, and outdoor work that may involve exposure to weather. Employees frequently sit, stand, or move for prolonged periods, lift or carry up to 50 pounds, and perform fine motor tasks such as typing and writing. Regular travel between offices, alternative work locations, and field locations may be required.
Education Requirements
Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree or MBA preferred.
Experience Requirements
Minimum seven years of experience in the insurance industry, preferably in sales, marketing, or distribution.
Experience leading and managing sales teams preferred.
Additional Qualification
Effective leadership skills. Proven leadership, critical thinking, decision‑making, problem‑solving, change management, and organizational skills.
Builds and manages effective teams. Proven ability to coach and mentor others while fostering a high‑performance culture. Demonstrated analytical skills.
Proven ability to plan strategically and tactically. Proven ability to develop and execute business plans and achieve successful results.
Strong verbal, listening, written communication, time management, and priority setting skills. Ability to analyze and interpret financial data, and to manage performance and changes with products and pricing.
Possesses strong technical aptitude. Proficient with Microsoft Office suite, agency management systems, and comparative raters.
Benefits
Competitive salary commensurate with experience, qualifications, and location.
HI/IL/MN/VT Only: $121,350 – $202,730
Bonus opportunity based on company and individual performance.
401(k)
Medical, dental, vision
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Assistance
For more information, review “What we offer” on https://www.farmers.com/careers/corporate/#offer
Job Location FIELD – (MN, IA, MO, KS, NE, SD, ND)
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.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
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.
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