Manager Trainee

Job overview

The Manager Trainee role is an in-office position in Gladwin, MI, with a stated salary range of $90,000–$100,000 per year. The role is with a Farmers Insurance agency and offers training in agency operations, sales, and customer service as preparation for future agency leadership or ownership. The trainee develops a book of business by generating sales, advising clients on coverage, and supporting policy service. The role contributes to agency growth through customer relationships, community networking, and consistent sales activity.

What you'll do

• Generate new business through inbound and outbound outreach
• follow up on leads
• meet with customers to review coverage needs
• explain insurance options
• handle policy changes, questions, renewals, and claims support
• identify cross-selling opportunities
• maintain customer and pipeline records
• participate in community networking
• collaborate with the agency team.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

manager trainee

insurance sales

gladwin mi

farmers insurance

full-time

$90,000–$100,000 per year

paid training

commission

performance bonuses

agency operations

customer relationships

sales development

monday–friday schedule

health insurance

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid time off, flexible schedule, health, dental, vision, and life insurance, hands-on training, and career growth opportunities.

Why this role

Paid training transitions to a competitive base salary, commission, and performance-based bonuses. Candidates must hold or be willing to obtain Michigan Property Casualty and Life, Accident and Health licenses.

About the employer

Mark Townsend - Farmers Insurance is hiring for this role. Industry: Insurance Agencies and Brokerages. Sector: 52.