Farm Bureau Financial Services · 6 days ago
Manager Sales Support
West Des Moines, IA, US
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expFarm Bureau Financial Services is committed to protecting the livelihoods and futures of their client/members. The Manager Sales Support role is responsible for increasing financial services sales by creating and implementing sales opportunities, managing a help desk team, and developing strategic marketing plans within a 15-state territory.
Financial ServicesInsuranceLife InsuranceWealth Management
No H1B
Responsibilities
Analyze overall business performance and develop strategic life insurance sales and marketing plans for a 15‑state territory
Lead the implementation of sales and marketing strategies by engaging with department leaders and field sales leadership to align initiatives. Build and maintain strong relationships with Agency Managers and Agents within Farm Bureau Life’s distribution network
Monitor and evaluate sales trends and market developments across the Life insurance and Investment industries. Present new approaches and opportunities to drive growth
Build, maintain, and strengthen business relationships throughout the 15‑state distribution area. Coordinate processes to attract, retain, train, and motivate a diverse sales force
Oversee all aspects of Financial Services Sales Support help desk staff development, including hiring, training, performance management, workflow oversight, employee relations, motivation, and budget administration
Work with the Financial Services Sales Support VP to evaluate the effectiveness of field training curriculum and implement strategies that help field leadership and agents achieve corporate objectives. Support agents in using programs that drive sales, even when products or services fall outside Farm Bureau Life offerings
Partner with the Financial services Sales Support VP in developing new products and sales concepts. Integrate new products and approved concepts into agent and manager training programs
Perform additional job‑related duties or special projects as assigned
Maintain progress toward relevant industry designations (CFP, CLU, ChFC)
Qualification
Required
College degree or equivalent, plus ten years of relevant experience
Licenses required: Series 6, 63, and 26 (Registered Representative and Principal)
Strong technical knowledge of life insurance and investment solutions, including tax implications
Ability to collaborate effectively with field agents, state leadership, and home office teams
Ability to travel, including overnight stays (approximately 20%)
Self-starter with strong organizational, supervisory, administrative, and problem-solving skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Benefits
Enhanced 401K with a match
Low-cost health, dental, and vision benefits
Life and disability insurance options
Paid time off, including holidays and volunteer time
Onsite wellness facility with fitness classes and programs
Daycare center
Cafeteria
Consideration for a hybrid work arrangement
Company
Farm Bureau Financial Services
Farm Bureau is a insurance company.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Ron Mead, CPCU, LLIF, MBA
Chief Operating Officer
Becky Elming
Talent Acquisition Partner
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