Product Manager - Commercial Lines; State Management

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Workplace: Hybrid ( ), Remote ( ) - depending on candidate location.

Farmers believes in a culture of collaboration, creativity, and innovation, which thrives when we have the ability to work flexibly in a virtual setting as well as the opportunity to be together in person. Our hybrid work environment combines the best of both worlds with at least three (3) days in office and up to two (2) days virtual for employees who live within fifty (50) miles of a Farmers corporate office. Applicants beyond fifty (50) miles may still be considered.

About The Role...

• Manages all commercial lines products within designated territory with high premium exposure.
• Creates market specific strategies and operating standards for profitable growth.
• Oversees tactical product and pricing changes. Works with Sales, Underwriting and Service to meet stated product goals and service standards.
• Oversees a team of Product/Pricing Analysts.
  
  

What You'll Accomplish...

• Develops short & long term term strategy for all commercial lines products within designated territory.
• Accountable to meet profit and top line growth goals of the designated territory.
• Collaborates with Underwriting & Distribution partners on strategic vision for designated territory.
• Partner with organizational counterparts to design & implement product enhancements.
• Regularly reports results to managers and senior level leaders.
• Partners with Claims team in the review of claim management protocols, state loss trends and large loss reviews.
• Works with Actuarial to plan and establish countrywide pricing strategies creating growth opportunities while maintaining the necessary profit.
• Accountable for rate change process, including interaction with State Regulators.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Physical actions...

• This role, whether performed virtually or in an office setting, will include normal and customary distractions, noise, and interruptions.
• Sits or stands for extended periods of time, up to a full work shift.
• Occasionally reaches overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping.
• Occasionally moves, lifts, carries, and places objects and supplies weighing 0-10 pounds without assistance.
• Listens to, interprets, and differentiates auditory information (example others speaking) at normal speaking levels with or without correction.
• Visually verifies and reads information.
• Visually locates material, resources and other objects.
• Ability to continuously operate a computer for extended periods of time, up to a full work shift.
• Physical dexterity sufficient to use hands, arms, and shoulders repetitively to operate keyboard and other office equipment up to a full work shift.
  
  

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred in the area of business management, mathematics, management information, finance, actuarial science, economics or other analytics related field.
  
  

Experience Requirements

• 5-7 years related experience required.
• Commercial insurance experience preferred.
• Candidate qualifications may be reviewed against the requirements for the associated levels of this position's core function. Salary grade will be based on selected candidates' experience and skills.
  
  

Special Skill Requirement

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to secure 'buy-in' and convince others regarding best approach.
• Goal oriented team player with a positive attitude.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Strong relationship building.
  
  

Benefits

• Farmers offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, qualifications and location.
• CA Only: $103,920 - $165,770
• CO Only: $97,440 - $142,890
• HI Only: $97,440 - $152,900
• IL Only: $97,440 - $152,900
• o MD Only: $97,440 - $152,900
• NY/DC/Jersey City Only: $97,440 - $165,770
• Albany County: $103,920 - $142,890
• WA Only: $97,440 - $173,750
• Bonus Opportunity (based on Company and Individual Performance)
• 401(k)
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Assistance
• For more information, review “What we offer” on https://www.farmers.com/careers/corporate/#offer
  
  

Job Location(s): R_US - United States

Anticipated application deadline: At Farmers, the recruitment process is designed to ensure that we find the best talent to join our team. As part of this process, we typically close open positions within 8 to 21 days after posting. If you are interested in any of our open positions, we encourage you to submit your application promptly.

Farmers will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance or other applicable law. Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1033, Farmers is prohibited from employing any individual who has been convicted of any criminal felony involving dishonesty or a breach of trust without prior written consent from the state Department of Insurance.

Want to learn more about our culture & opportunities? Check out www.Farmers.com/careers/corporate and be sure to follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok.