Sales and Business Development Strategist

2 days ago


Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States Securian Financial Group Full time

About Securian Financial Group

We are a leading provider of insurance and financial services, seeking a highly skilled Sales Operations Consultant to join our team. This role will play a critical part in driving sales strategy, go-to-market plans, and lead generation in the life and supplemental health insurance markets.

Job Summary

The Sales Operations Consultant will work closely with sales leadership, directors, and account executives to facilitate and drive sales strategy, go-to-market plans, and lead generation. Key responsibilities include:

  • Serving as a subject matter expert to review and respond to complex questions and opportunities
  • Coordinating across multiple teams and roles to support opportunities within the pipeline for your region
  • Tracking outcomes and assessing effectiveness of sales strategies within your territory
  • Presenting to channel partners and clients and participating in prospecting and promotional events via onsite and virtual attendance
  • Partnering with market leadership to support development and distribution of marketing materials, training, and reference materials related to products, sales concepts, and planning strategies

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • 3+ years previous experience in group benefits role that aligns with responsibilities for this position
  • Knowledge of sales concepts and planning strategies
  • A successful track record of supporting client and channel partner relationships
  • Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
  • Comfortable providing internal and external training
  • Strong organization, time management, and planning skills to manage multiple priorities, meet established deadlines, work under pressure, and manage diverse requests

Benefits

As a valued member of our team, you will enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits designed to enhance your professional growth, well-being, and work-life balance. These include:

  • A paid time off program to take time off for what matters most to you
  • Leave programs for parental leave, caregiver leave for family members, bereavement, and military leave
  • A company-funded pension plan and a 401(k) retirement plan with a target company contribution of 5%
  • Health insurance for you and your eligible family members
  • Volunteer time off and a dollar-for-dollar matching gift program
  • Associate Resource Groups focused on mental wellness, diversity, and inclusion

Location

This role is based in Minneapolis, MN-55406, with an estimated salary range of $69,500.00 - $129,000.00.



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