Business Development Manager

Role Overview

The Business Development Manager is responsible for conducting ongoing route marketing activities throughout a pre-determined geographical area. Major duties include developing and maintaining a stable customer base, attending trade and insurance association functions and meetings, and attaining membership in local and national professional associations.

What You Will Do

Develop marketing contacts, conduct introduction and information calls, research and contact new sources of business, maintain existing relationships, establish marketing routes, and promote ERS through involvement in professional organizations.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This role requires knowledge of small business marketing concepts, basic knowledge of insurance claims operations, and strong writing and communication skills. The ideal candidate will be able to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with co-workers, contractors, and insurance companies.

Requirements

• Knowledge of small business marketing concepts
• Basic knowledge of insurance claims operations
• Writing skills to prepare grammatically correct business correspondence and reports
• Ability to speak on a one-on-one basis using appropriate vocabulary and grammar
• Skill in managing time and productivity with limited supervision
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with co-workers, contractors, and insurance companies
• Knowledge and use of MS Word, Excel, MS Publisher, and PowerPoint
• Safe operation of a motor vehicle
• Good communication ability, including the ability to speak, read, and write English
• Able to be bonded (no prior convictions)
• Neat, well-groomed appearance