Field Sales Leader: Market Growth & Dealer Partnerships

Lendbuzz; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly travel stipend

Company laptop

Excellent benefits: medical, dental, V

401(k) match

Unlimited PTO

Job summary

Lendbuzz is seeking a Market Development Manager (Sales Leader) in Atlanta, GA to build and lead a field sales team, develop dealer partnerships, and accelerate regional growth. The role requires relocation/residency in the territory, a strong leadership presence, and a track record of expanding markets.

Expect a high-velocity environment with a six-day work week, in-person dealership visits, and travel across the region.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in automotive lending, F&I, indirect auto, or dealership partnerships environments
• 2+ years leading or developing a field sales team (formal or informal)
• Proven track record of expanding territories and growing dealer production
• Strong dealership relationships and credibility within the local market
• Hands-on leadership style—coach in the field, not from behind a desk
• Customer-focused, organized, and committed to excellence in every interaction
• Familiarity with CRM tools such as Salesforce or HubSpot
• Ability to analyze volume trends, identify opportunity gaps, and translate data into action
• Comfortable with a six-day work week and frequent in-person dealership visits
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving history; travel required throughout the region
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Finance, or a related field preferred
• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and/or Portuguese is a plus

Responsibilities

• Lead territory expansion strategy by identifying sub-markets and high-opportunity dealership partners
• Hire, mentor, and elevate a team of Dealership Account Managers
• Serve as a senior relationship builder for key dealership partners with high-touch service
• Model best-in-class selling and partnership behavior in the field
• Translate field insights into strategy and provide market feedback to leadership
• Collaborate with underwriting, credit, and internal sales partners for seamless execution

Skills

Field sales leadership

Dealer relationships

CRM tools (Salesforce/HubSpot)

Bilingual (Spanish/Portuguese)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Marketing/Finance or related field

Tools

Salesforce

HubSpot

Job description

Lendbuzz is seeking a Market Development Manager (Sales Leader) in Atlanta, GA to build and lead a field sales team, develop dealer partnerships, and accelerate regional growth. The role requires relocation/residency in the territory, a strong leadership presence, and a track record of expanding markets.

Expect a high-velocity environment with a six-day work week, in-person dealership visits, and travel across the region.