National Powersports Business Development Executive

This role will provide countrywide leadership in the development & implementation of plans designed to contribute to profitable revenue growth within the motorcycle/powersports program.

What You'll Do

As a National Powersports Business Development Executive, you will:

• Direct and oversee external sales strategies for the motorcycle/powersports line of business

• Collaborate with business area leadership to develop and drive strategies that improve distribution opportunities

• Lead the development of new and alternative distribution opportunities that may utilize multiple channels and technologies

• Drive the team to cultivate, solicit, and manage new, existing, and strategic partners in the personal lines spaces in which we operate

• Create vision and strategy designed to expand distribution in effort to enhance growth opportunities for our products, while coordinating and communicating with other leaders within the organization

• Create a collaborative, performance-driven work environment by facilitating and fostering trust, transparency, and inclusion

Additionally, you will:

• Provide leadership in the development of marketing campaigns designed to promote the brand and engage distribution partners across channels

• Administer human resource related activities. Select, develop, motivate, and recognize associates

What it Takes

• Bachelors Degree in Business, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, or other related discipline or equivalent work experience

• Ability to lead, motivate, and manage others

• Extensive knowledge of consumer products marketing and specialty products

• Ability to work in a matrix environment and meet deadlines with minimal supervision

• Leadership, creativity, problem solving, and analytical skills with proven ability to effectively communicate, develop relationships, and make quality decisions

• Ability to travel as necessary to satisfactorily complete their job responsibilities as assigned

What You'll Receive

At Sentry, your total rewards go beyond competitive compensation. Below are some benefits and perks that you’ll receive.

• Sentry is happy to offer flexibility through a scheduled Hybrid work model for those associates who report to an office location. Monday and Friday work from home if you choose to, Tuesday through Thursday you’ll work in office.

• As a Sentry associate, you will have an in-office workspace and materials for your home office. In addition to the laptop, you will receive prior to your start, Sentry will provide equipment for your home office. 

• Meal Subsidy available for associates who report to an office.

• 401(K) plan with a dollar-for-dollar match on your first eight percent, plus immediate vesting to help strengthen your financial future.

• Continue your education and career development through Sentry University (SentryU) and utilize our Tuition Reimbursement program

• Generous Paid-Time Off plan for you to enjoy time out of the office as well as Volunteer-Time off

• Group Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Parental leave, and our Health and Wellness benefits to encourage a healthy lifestyle.

• Well-being and Employee Assistance programs

• Sentry Foundation gift matching program to encourage charitable giving.

About Sentry

We take great pride in making Forbes’ list of America’s Best Midsize Employers. A lot of different factors go into that honor, many of which contribute to your job satisfaction.

Our bright future is built on a long track record of success. We got our start in 1904 and have been helping businesses succeed and protect their futures ever since. Because of the trust placed in us, we’re one of the largest and financially strongest mutual insurance companies in the United States. We’re rated A+ by A.M. Best, the industry's leading rating authority.

Our headquarters is in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, with offices located throughout the United States. From sales to claims, and information technology to marketing, we enjoy a rewarding and challenging work environment with opportunities for ongoing professional development and growth.

Get ready to own your future at Sentry. Opportunities await!

Casey Van Der Geest

Casey.VanDerGeest@sentry.com 

Equal Employment Opportunity

Sentry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy that there be no discrimination in employment based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, marital status, or sexual orientation.