Vice President - Sales Strategy

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of growth strategies across Retail Banking, Consumer Banking, Commercial Banking, Cash Management, Peoples Wealth and Private Banking.
• Identify repeatable sales and business development processes and create documentation to ensure consistency in execution.
• Develop and execute an ongoing acquisition and retention strategy in collaboration with Marketing, Corporate Responsibility, and the business lines that are in alignment with the Strategic Plan and the Sales Strategy committee objectives.
• Manage the sales program and align processes within CRM system to ensure engagement and efficiency with the system.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to establish individual goals which closely align and support division growth initiatives and connect to the overall strategic plan for the bank.
• Serve as a key member of the One Bank strategy team. Assist in the execution of the related strategic initiatives and support the execution of events and campaigns tied to new banking center openings and One Bank growth.
• Assist in the identification and evaluation of new market opportunities, including geographic expansion, and customer segments.
• Identify new product ideas through customer insight and market research around competitive pricing and product offerings.
• Manage Product Subcommittee and facilitate meetings.
• Partner with technology and operations teams to understand the impact of products and services being sold to ensure alignment in supporting the customer and delivering our brand promise.
• Champion initiatives that deepen relationships with existing customers and attract new ones.
• Ensure growth strategies reflect the bank’s commitment to community values and mutual ownership.
• Cultivate strategic partnerships with local businesses, nonprofits, and other financial institutions.
• Partner with Corporate Responsibility to coordinate community outreach efforts, and funding which align with the goals of the strategic plan.
• Establish and implement KPIs and metrics to measure the success of growth initiatives.
• Report regularly to the executive team on progress and outcomes.

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Marketing, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in banking or financial services, with a focus on strategy, growth, or business development.
• Experience implementing effective sales strategies, meeting goals, and coaching/mentoring others to do the same.

Skills Required

• Proven track record of leading successful growth initiatives in a community-focused or mutual banking environment.
• Strong analytical, leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Deep understanding of regulatory requirements and risk management in banking.
• Commitment to community values and customer-centric service.
• Computer/Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, familiar with CRM (Creatio).