ABS Program Manager

Ag Brokerage Solutions (ABS), a Farmers Mutual Hail (FMH) company, is looking for an individual to lead and manage the Ag Brokerage Solutions program staff to consistently develop efficient and cost-effective processes and procedures to comply with regulations and company guidelines.

REQUIREMENTS:

Experience: At least eight years of more years of P&C insurance experience. Previous experience in a supervisory role required.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field required (Master’s degree preferred)

Skills: Insurance industry designations necessary: INS 21, 22 and 23 courses; PBP designation, AFIS and/or CIC designation. Proficient in Microsoft Office programs, especially Word and Excel.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Collaborates with other department and division heads to develop, communicate, and execute budget, goals, and strategies.
• Identifies, assesses, communicates, monitors, and manages potential risks in accordance with the company’s Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) program.
• Manages Ag Brokerage Solutions (ABS) program employees in the department in accordance with the organizations policies, procedures, missions, vision, and culture, maintaining a safe, secure, and legal work environment.
• Leads and evaluates employees using the performance management and development process to provide a foundation to encourage employee contributions, including goal setting, feedback, coaching, and career development planning.
• Leads program teams to successful strategic results.
• Coaches, mentors, and develops staff, providing career development opportunities.
• Proficient with all applicable ABS systems, products, underwriting rules, and guidelines.
• Manages the development, implementation, and updating of all program products, policies, and procedures.
• Manges reinsurance placement and carrier relationships.