District Sales Manager Trainee
Erie Indemnity
- Location
- Knoxville, TN, US, 37902
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Entry
- Salary
- $56.4k/yr
- H-1B history
- 8 approvals (FY2023)
- Posted
- Sep 8, 2026
About this role
Salary Range
$56,367.00 - $90,040.00 * salary range is for this level and may vary based on actual level of role hired for
*This range represents a national range and the actual salary will depend on several factors including the scope and complexity of the role and the skills, education, training, credentials, location (State) based on ERIE's geographical differences, and experience of an applicant, as well as level of role for which the successful candidate is hired. Position may be eligible for an annual bonus payment. At Erie Insurance, you’re not just part of a Fortune 500 company; you’re also a valued member of a diverse and inclusive team that includes more than 6,000 employees and over 13,000 independent agencies. Our Employees work in the Home Office complex located in Erie, PA, and in our Field Offices that span 12 states and the District of Columbia. Benefits That Go Beyond The Basics We strive to be Above all in Service® to our customers—and to our employees. That’s why Erie Insurance offers you an exceptional benefits package, including:
Premier health, prescription, dental, and vision benefits for you and your dependents. Coverage begins your first day of work. Low contributions to medical and prescription premiums. We currently pay up to 97% of employees’ monthly premium costs. Pension. We are among the 2% of Fortune 500 companies to offer a traditional pension plan. Full-time employees are vested after five years of services. 401(k) with up to 4% contribution match. The 401(k) is offered in addition to the pension. Paid time off. Paid vacation, personal days, sick days, bereavement days and parental leave. Career development. Including a tuition reimbursement program for higher education and industry designations.
Additional benefits that include company-paid basic life insurance; short-and long-term disability insurance; orthodontic coverage for children and adults; adoption assistance; fertility and infertility coverage; well-being programs; paid volunteer hours for service to your community; and dollar-for-dollar matching of your charitable gifts each year. Position Summary
Build Your Career as a District Sales Manager ERIE’s 24-week District Sales Manager Trainee Program is an intensive development experience designed to prepare you for success as a District Sales Manager (DSM). You’ll work alongside experienced Sales leaders and Independent Agents while building skills in sales management, risk management, agency operations, leadership and relationship management. Following successful completion of the program, you’ll transition into a DSM role and manage a territory of approximately 25 Independent Agencies . As a DSM, You Will
Coach and support Independent Agents in achieving business goals Manage territory performance across sales, underwriting, profitability and agency management Recruit, train and develop new Agents Serve as a trusted business partner and ERIE product resource
Relocation Is Required Following successful completion of training, ERIE will assign you to a territory based on business needs. You will be required to relocate to and reside within your assigned territory. ERIE provides comprehensive relocation assistance and transition support. Our operating footprint includes: IL, IN, KY, MD, NC, NY, OH, PA, TN, VA, Washington D.C., WV and WI. Once assigned, you’ll work remotely from your territory and will be provided a company vehicle and the technology needed to perform your role. You’ll Thrive Here If You
Lead through influence and build trusted relationships Think strategically and take ownership of results Learn quickly and adapt to change Are motivated by helping others succeed Are