Automotive Floorplan Territory Manager

Westlake Services, LLC; Clarksburg (WV); Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Automotive Floorplan Portfolio Manager to lead and expand their dealership portfolio. This role involves developing sales strategies, building relationships with dealership owners, and overseeing account servicing to ensure client satisfaction. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the automotive industry, excellent financial acumen, and the ability to work independently in a remote environment. With a commitment to innovation and customer service, this company offers a dynamic work environment where your contributions can make a significant impact.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

Life Insurance and Long-term disability plans

Flexible Spending Account

401K matching

Employee Stock Ownership Program

Wellness Programs

Discounts on Parks, Museums, Movie Tickets

Paid Vacation Days

Paid Sick days

Paid holidays

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in finance, sales, or account management.
• Strong knowledge of the automotive industry and financial tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop sales strategies to acquire and retain dealer clients.
• Build relationships with dealership owners to understand financing needs.
• Monitor portfolio performance and ensure customer satisfaction.

Skills

Automotive Industry Knowledge

Financial Acumen

Presentation Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Time Management

Negotiation Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams

Education

BA/BS in related field

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Teams

Job description

Westlake Flooring | Home Office
Clarksburg, WV, USA

Description

Automotive Floorplan Territory Manager
Clarksburg, WV | Remote

Company Overview: About Westlake Floorplan Company

Westlake Floorplan Company was established in 2013 as a division of Westlake Financial Services – the leading lender for independent and franchise dealerships. Founded as a way to provide both independent and franchise dealers inventory financing plan lines of credit; Westlake strives to suit any business’s needs. Westlake has financed over 190,000 vehicles for more than 3,000 dealerships in over 46 states. Our cutting-edge technology, customer service, unique partnerships, and flexible terms makes us the most dealer friendly inventory financing provider in the United States.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Automotive Floorplan Portfolio Manager. This role is pivotal in building and managing a portfolio of automotive dealerships. Responsibilities include but are not limited to signing dealerships, driving sales, ensuring excellent servicing of accounts, and effectively managing associated risks. The ideal candidate will possess a comprehensive understanding of the automotive industry and a proven track record of building and maintaining client relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement sales strategies to acquire and retain dealer clients within the automotive sector.
• Build and maintain relationships with dealership owners and key decision-makers to understand their financing needs.
• Identify opportunities for portfolio growth by presenting financing solutions and promoting Westlake Flooring Company’s offerings.
• Conduct market research to remain competitive and align services with industry trends.
• Oversee the servicing of the automotive floorplan portfolio, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Monitor account performance and proactively address any issues or concerns raised by clients.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and enhance customer experience.
• Provide training and support to dealerships on the use of financing solutions and services.
• Monitor dealership conditions and performance.
• Develop and maintain risk assessment models to evaluate dealership creditworthiness.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor the performance of the portfolio, including loan balances, dealer performance, and payment trends.

Qualities we look for in our Area Manager:

• Knowledge of the automotive industry (various sectors).
• Strong financial acumen with working knowledge of key financial tools and terminology.
• Strong presentation, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to interact with clients, collaborate with internal team members, and external partners at various levels within the organization.
• Strong time management skills with ability to manage deadlines.
• Strong negotiation and collection skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a remote environment.
• Proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
• BA/BS in related field and 3 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
• 2+ years related experience in finance, sales, account management, and/or collections required.
• Travel: Greater than 25% with some overnight travel required.
• Valid driver’s license required for this position.

What do we offer?

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.
• Life Insurance and Long-term disability plans.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• 401K matching.
• Employee Stock Ownership Program in a $18.2 Billion Company, plus company matching.
• Wellness Programs.
• Discounts on Parks, Museums, Movie Tickets, and Attractions.
• Paid Vacation Days.
• Paid Sick days.
• Paid holidays.
• HGym (available in our Los Angeles, CA & Dallas, TX office).
• Rental Car Discounts, Dell Member Purchase Program.