About this opportunity
bolt lists this Sales Director - Commercial Lines opportunity in cleveland, Ohio. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
About us
At bolt, we're on a mission to revolutionize the insurance landscape by seamlessly connecting people with the protection they need, precisely when they need it. As a global insurtech, we work with leading insurers and business partners to deliver technology-enabled insurance solutions that make protection more accessible, connected, and intuitive.
By combining insurance expertise with technology, we're helping modernize how commercial insurance is distributed and delivered. Join us in shaping the future of insurance, where technology, innovation, and expertise come together to create better experiences for insurance businesses and their customers.
In this position, you will…
As a Sales Director, you will be responsible for driving new business growth for bolt's Commercial Lines solutions. You will own the sales cycle from prospecting and discovery through solution evaluation, business case development, negotiation, and close, partnering closely with internal teams to deliver a consultative and value-driven sales experience.
You will build relationships with senior decision-makers across the insurance ecosystem, develop a strategic pipeline of qualified opportunities, and position bolt's technology as a solution to complex commercial insurance distribution and workflow challenges.
You will be responsible for…
Own the full sales cycle, including prospecting, discovery, evaluation, solution presentation, business case/ROI development, RFP participation, negotiation, and closing
Meet and exceed quarterly and annual revenue targets by generating new business and developing strategic opportunities
Build and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified prospects through self-generated outreach, referrals, inbound opportunities, and strategic account development
Identify, prioritize, and qualify prospective customers and guide them through the sales process from initial engagement to contract
Develop trusted relationships with senior decision-makers, insurance executives, business leaders, and other key stakeholders
Lead a consultative sales process by understanding customer business challenges and connecting those needs to relevant bolt solutions
Develop account and opportunity strategies that clearly define the path to close, including key stakeholders, business value, competitive considerations, and next steps
Coordinate internal resources across Product, Solutions, Pre-Sales, Professional Services, and other teams to support complex sales opportunities
Work closely with Marketing and Channel teams to develop market and account strategies that generate new opportunities
Deliver compelling sales presentations, product demonstrations, and executive-level business cases tailored to customer needs
Manage customer information, opportunity stages, forecasts, and activity accurately within CRM tools
Negotiate commercial terms and coordinate contract requirements with internal stakeholders to drive deals to close
Identify opportunities to expand relationships and revenue through additional products, solutions, renewals, and strategic account growth
Analyze sales metrics and market feedback to continuously refine sales strategy and identify areas for growth
Stay current on bolt's Commercial Lines products, product enhancements, competitive landscape, and trends impacting the insurance industry
For you to be successful…
…we expect you to be able to demonstrate the following key competencies:
Collaborative – Partners effectively across Sales, Product, Pre-Sales, Professional Services, Marketing, and other teams to create strong customer outcomes and advance opportunities
Curious – Actively seeks to understand customer businesses, insurance industry trends, competitive dynamics, and new approaches that can create value
Adaptable – Comfortable navigating complex sales cycles, changing priorities, ambiguity, and multiple stakeholders while maintaining momentum
Customer Focus – Demonstrates a customer-centric mindset by understanding business challenges, addressing concerns, and building trusted relationships with decision-makers
Commercially Driven – Demonstrates strong ownership of pipeline, revenue goals, sales strategy, and the actions required to consistently progress and close opportunities
You will require the following qualifications and skills
8+ years of experience in enterprise B2B sales, preferably selling SaaS, insurance technology, or technology-enabled solutions
Strong experience selling into the insurance industry, with a strong understanding of Commercial Lines insurance, insurance distribution, or related workflows
Proven track record of consistently achieving or exceeding revenue targets and quotas
Experience selling complex solutions with multiple stakeholders and longer enterprise sales cycles
Strong consultative selling skills, including discovery, qualification, business case development, solution positioning, negotiation, and closing
Demonstrated ability to develop and manage a self-generated pipeline and create new business opportunities
Experience selling to senior decision-makers and building relationships with executives and other key stakeholders
Strong understanding of how technology can address business and operational challenges within insurance
Ability to translate customer business needs into clear solution opportunities and compelling value propositions
Excellent speaking, writing, presentation, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills
Experience using CRM tools such as Salesforce, HubSpot, or similar platforms
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment and collaborate cross-functionally
ADDITIONALLY:
Travel required
Perform additional responsibilities as assigned
Diversity and Inclusion
At bolt, we are diverse and inclusive. We value each person's unique skills, background, and identity. We never discriminate on cultural background, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital or family status, or any legally protected status. Everyone belongs. And because everyone’s different, we’re also flexible in the ways we work, so each person can bring their best efforts every day.
Who can apply
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