The Area Sales Manager acts as a company ambassador to automotive dealers within the assigned market area. It is the responsibility of this position to expand company market share by signing new dealers, developing existing relationships, and increasing awareness and adoption of the company’s lending program(s).
Requirements
Three (3) years’ experience in auto finance with sub-prime auto financing experience preferred
Three (3) years’ experience in sales with auto industry experience preferred
Knowledge of the local market with established customer relationships preferred
Intrinsically motivated with demonstrated ability to take initiative, identify needs, make recommendations for improvement, see recommendations through implementation, and evaluate improvements for effectiveness
Excellent interpersonal skills: friendly and tactful with the ability to influence others, effectively manage conflict, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage highly sensitive and confidential information, interact at all levels within the organization, and build cross-functional partnerships across the business
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Team player that can adapt in a fast pace and changing environment
Proficient computer skills with working knowledge of internet and standard business applications such as Microsoft Office; ability to quickly learn new computer applications as required
Commitment to exemplifying the organizational core values and key competencies
Excellent organizational skills with high attention to detail and demonstrated ability to effectively set and manage multiple conflicting priorities
Benefits
Competitive base pay and performance bonuses, dependent on role