Sales Support Specialist
Apt · United States · 1 wk ago
RemoteRemoteSalesContract
About the Role
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Sales Support Specialist to provide administrative, sales, and broker support to a fast-paced Sales team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys managing multiple priorities, working with internal teams and external partners, and providing exceptional day-to-day support to sales professionals.
Key Responsibilities
- Fulfill broker service requests and provide timely follow-up
- Maintain Sales Representatives' daily calendars, planners, and task lists
- Schedule and confirm appointments for Sales Representatives
- Maintain regular communication with Sales Representatives throughout the workday
- Contact prospective brokers and agents to introduce products and services
- Coordinate quotes and assist with online quote preparation and execution
- Route broker calls and inquiries to the appropriate department when necessary
- Customize applications, brochures, and other materials for specific agencies
- Prepare producer kits and sales materials for brokers and Sales Representatives
- Maintain accurate broker and producer information within Salesforce
- Track producer licenses, web registrations, and producer agreements
- Investigate and resolve database discrepancies in coordination with internal teams
- Generate periodic reports for Sales leadership and Sales Representatives
- Prepare quote log reports
- Prepare miscellaneous correspondence and sales-related communications
- Coordinate data-processing requests
- Review customer and prospect websites to identify potential opportunities
- Provide website instructions and support to brokers
- Communicate with brokers regarding rate and benefit changes
- Contact producers regarding opportunities to upgrade cases to enhanced benefit levels
- Meet objectives and performance goals established by management
- Perform other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience or equivalent experience
- Excellent Microsoft Excel and Word skills
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and follow-through
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Salesforce or another CRM platform
- Experience in life insurance, employee benefits, financial services, or a related industry
- Previous experience supporting a sales team, brokers, agents, or business partners
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate is:
- Highly organized and dependable
- Comfortable working independently in a remote environment
- Customer-service oriented and professional
- Detail-oriented with strong follow-through
- Comfortable handling confidential and business-sensitive information
- Able to manage changing priorities in a deadline-driven environment
- A strong communicator who works effectively with both internal and external stakeholders