Ascensus

Regional Sales Director

Ascensus$70K — $110K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in business or related field or equivalent sales experience
  • 2-4 years of outside sales experience
  • Strong communication and customer service skills
  • Excellent presentation, analytical, and problem resolution skills
  • Proficient in Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint
  • Goal-driven and career-minded individual
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure

Responsibilities

  • Lead overall sales activities and develop client relationships
  • Book travel for client sales meetings and coordinate with regional sales teams
  • Implement strategies and goals set by VP of Business Development
  • Nurture and cultivate a client base within community banks and credit unions
  • Follow up on sales leads and ensure effective product delivery
  • Create a regional sales plan and mentor sales team members
  • Evaluate market information and stay updated on competitor activities

Benefits

  • 401(k) match
  • Medical, Dental, Vision coverage
  • Paid Time Off
  • Supportive organizational culture that prioritizes people and integrity
  • Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
Full Job Description
Section 1: Position Summary

The primary responsibilities for this position include overall sales activities, booking travel for face to face client sales meetings, and coordinating with the Regional Sales Representatives within assigned region. This position will implement and achieve the strategies & goals set forth by the VP of Business Development. This position will build, develop and maintain a client base for the Community Banks and Credit Unions within the assigned region. This position will prospect each sales pipeline for the correlating internal sales team members and focus on key relationships within those specific accounts. The ideal candidate for this position will have experience in calling on senior management and key decision makers in community banks and credit unions.

Section 2: Job Functions, Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Responsible for protecting, securing, and proper handling of all confidential data held by Ascensus to ensure against unauthorized access, improper transmission, and/or unapproved disclosure of information that could result in harm to Ascensus or our clients.
  • Our I-Client service philosophy and our Core Values of People Matter, Quality First and Integrity Alwaysshould be visible in your actions on a day to day basis showing your support of our organizational culture.
  • Sales focus will be RP&S product suite. Consistently meet or exceed sales goals by cultivating and nurturing client base.
  • Actively involved in working with assigned RPS markets and the revenue and non revenue accounts in the region through in-person presentations and telephone solicitations.


  • Function as the primary sales leader and tactical planner for the regional team. This includes adapting the strategies set forth by Sales management to the specific region, working closely with Sales management on evaluating sales and marketing needs for the assigned region.
  • Follow through on incoming sales leads, service and product delivery, again in coordination with assigned Regional Sales Representatives.
  • Develop regional sales plan and lead regional sales team members within assigned region.
  • Provide mentoring and basic supervisory functions for assigned sales team including assisting Sales management with associate performance reviews, coaching, mentoring and development.
  • Work with other Sales team members and Ascensus Associates to efficiently and effectively sell RPS Ascensus products & services.
  • Coordinate with Sales management with general staff coverage and time off scheduling.
  • Have a continued awareness of all markets
  • Pursue information about competition and utilize in the sales process
  • Assist other sales staff within -other regions when necessary.
  • Requires 50%-60% travel.
  • Meet minimum client and prospect contact activity targets.
  • Read and evaluate market information to include annual reports, news articles, market publications, etc.
  • Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.


Supervision

  • N/A


Section 3: Experience, Skills, Knowledge Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in business or related field or equivalent sales experience
  • 2-4 years of outside sales experience
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Excellent analytical and problem resolution skills
  • Must possess excellent presentation and closing skills.
  • Computer experience in Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint required.
  • Excellent communication and customer service.
  • Be goal driven and career minded.
  • Team player with a strong commitment to Client Service and Client Advocacy
  • Ability to work well under pressure with multiple priorities and deadlines
  • Able to make dependable judgments concerning issues which, if mishandled, have the potential to create substantial financial and client relations liabilities for the company


The national average salary range for this role is $70K-110k in base pay, exclusive of any bonuses and benefits.This base salary range represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position. Actual salary offered will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, performance, and internal pay alignment. We do not anticipate that candidates hired will begin at the top of the range however, from time to time, it may occur on a case-by-case basis. Other rewards and benefits may include: 401(k) match, Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid-Time-Off, etc. For more information, please visit careers.ascensus.com/#Benefits.

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For all virtual remote positions, in order to ensure associates can effectively perform their job duties with no distractions, we require an uninterrupted virtual work space and there is also an expectation of family care being in place during business hours. Additionally, there is an internet work speed requirement of 25 MBps or better for individual use. If more than one person is utilizing the same internet connection in the same household or building, then a stronger connection is required. If you are unsure of your internet speed, please check with your service provider. Note: For call center roles specifically, it is a requirement to either hardwire your equipment directly to the internet router or ensure your workstation is in close proximity to the router. Please ensure that you are able to meet these expectations before applying.

About Ascensus

Ascensus is a financial services company that provides retirement, health, and education savings plans to individuals and businesses. The company was founded in 1980 and is headquartered in Dresher, Pennsylvania. Ascensus has over 4,000 employees and serves more than 12 million customers nationwide. The company offers a wide range of retirement plan solutions, including 401(k), 403(b), and IRA plans. Ascensus is committed to helping its customers save for retirement and achieve their financial goals. The company has received several awards for its excellent customer service and innovative products.
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Size
4,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1980

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