Sales Representative

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

Sales Representative responsible for marketing group and individual accounts in Columbia, SC. Executing marketing plans, maintaining industry knowledge, and resolving client issues in a hybrid role.

Posted 5/23/2026full-timeColumbia • South Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develops and executes marketing plans for new sales and/or retention of existing accounts within assigned territory.
Prepares and presents proposals and communications to groups, agents, and/or individuals.
Develops and maintains professional relationships with groups, agents, and/or individuals.
Assesses agency, agent, group, and/or individual sales opportunities and works with groups, agent, and/or individuals to resolve problem issues.
Conducts on-going market research and provides key information that may lead to sales.
Prepares and submits required marketing reports to management detailing how best to position company products.
Maintains product/industry knowledge and marketing skills by attending trading seminars, continuing education classes, conferences, etc.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Required Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
Required Work Experience: 1 year sales and marketing.
Required Skills and Abilities: Ability to develop/maintain effective relationships with groups, agents, and potential customers.
Knowledge of marketing principles, techniques, and the marketplace.
Effective presentation and customer service skills.
Analytical or critical thinking skills.
Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
Effective organizational skills.
Ability to persuade, negotiate, or influence others.
Ability to handle confidential or sensitive information with discretion.
Required Software and Tools: Microsoft Office.
Required License and Certificate: Department of Insurance Licensure must be obtained within 60 days of hire in state employed.

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
Health Insurance
Free vision coverage
Voluntary dental, vision, and life insurance
Paid annual leave — the longer you work here, the more you earn
Nine paid holidays
On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations
Wellness programs and a healthy lifestyle premium discount
Tuition assistance
Service recognition

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Hard Skills & Tools

salesmarketingmarket researchpresentation skillscustomer serviceanalytical skillscritical thinkingorganizational skillspersuasionnegotiation

Soft Skills

relationship buildingcommunicationinfluencediscretion

Certifications

Department of Insurance Licensure