Treasury Management Business Banking Sales Officer

About the role

Ameris Bank is a purpose-driven company, dedicated to bringing financial peace of mind to communities, one person at a time. Whether a customer wants to grow their business, buy a home, or feel confident in their retirement plan, they have a partner in Ameris Bank. We serve customers in our locations across the Southeast, Mid-Atlantic and nationwide through our extensive digital offerings and mobile app.

Delivering financial peace of mind starts with a team that values integrity and rewards ingenuity. At Ameris, you'll find teammates who are inclusive, collaborative problem-solvers who go the extra mile to support one another and to meet every customer's needs. When teammates are empowered and bring their diverse perspectives to the table, we create the best possible outcomes for our customers.

At Ameris, we know that a growth mindset is key for high performance and fosters an environment that prioritizes continuous improvement. Teammates have access to Employee Resource Groups that serve as advocates and purpose and how you can bring it to life as an Ameris Bank teammate.

Responsible for selling Treasury solutions to small businesses, primarily via phone and email. The Treasury Management Business Banking Sales Officer provides the integrated delivery of products and services to a set of clients in the given market. Cross selling is essential. Partnering closely with primarily branch associates within the market and external sources to consult on sales opportunities is critical to the success of the team. Performs other projects and duties as assigned.

Essential Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities

• Establishes market strategies and handles business development and pricing proposals for clients to earn given opportunities.
• Schedules and completes calling activities (mostly by phone or email) with prospective and existing clients within the given markets to provide advisory services, product information and routine follow up.
• Collaborates with key stakeholders to set expectations on pricing, product implementation and proposals to enhance sales activities.
• Maintains partnerships and alignment with product providers and negotiates key terms within the contracts for given prospects and existing clients.
• Responds to proposals and other complex solutions will be transferred to the RTSO to handle.
• Identifies key revenue growth opportunities for current clients and potential clients.
• Knowledge of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions, as well as ability to leverage information in creating customized client solutions.
• Knowledgeable of Treasury products and effectively influence obtaining agreement with recommendations.
• Practices ethical sales behaviors in accordance with Ameris' core values of Integrity and Honesty; always acts in the best interest of the customer when offering additional products and services.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

• Excellent sales skills.
• Excellent organizational, analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving, negotiation and follow-up skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Intermediate PC and Microsoft Office suite proficiency.
• Able to analyze the critical and interdependencies among system elements that impact products and performance.

Industry and Work Experience

• 3-5 years of experience within financial services and/or Treasury experience required.
• 3-5 years of product knowledge, sales processes, and client interaction required.

Academic

• Bachelor's degree in Business or related field required
• Certified Treasury Professional (CTP) certification preferred.

Benefits Available to Employees

Ameris Bank provides a comprehensive employee benefit package to all eligible employees.

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Ameris Bank absorbs a major portion of the cost of healthcare. You become eligible for coverage on the first of the month following 30 days of employment
• Life Insurance provided at no additional cost to employees
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Coverage
• Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Paid Sick and Vacation Leave
• 11 Holidays
• Volunteer/Service Day
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Ameris Bank matches 50% of your first 8% of contributions to the plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement
• Supplemental Life & Other Insurance Plans
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Advocacy Program
• Tickets at Work (Entertainment discounts for Ameris Bank Employees)
• AT&T Employee Discount
• Wellness Discounts for Medical Premiums and Other Rewards
• Employee Referral Incentive
• Education Assistance
• Employee Resource Groups

Banking Advantages for Employees

In addition to a wide array of benefits, Ameris Bank employees are also eligible for special bank services.

• Free Interest Checking
• Free Safe Deposit Box
• Free Money Orders, Travelers' Checks and Cashier Checks
• Discount on Mortgage Origination Fee
• Free Online Banking and Free Unlimited Online Bill Payment
• Employee Banking Perks