Remote Dealer Growth Manager

Westlake Financial Services; Portland (ME); Remote; USD 60,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K matching

Paid vacations

Career path opportunities

Company bonus plans

Job summary

Westlake Financial Services is seeking a Dealer Account Manager to sell and train dealer partners across the United States. This remote-on-the-road role focuses on expanding our network, educating partners on Westlake programs, and driving loan businesses with both independent and franchise dealers.

You will manage your dealer base, prospect new accounts, and maintain strong relationships through regular visits and training on current programs and funding needs. Local travel is required.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in Automotive, Finance and Sales (required)
• 1-2 year’s previous experience in a Sales role with a proven track record of success
• College degree (preferred or equivalent work experience)
• Presentation skills (from initial creation to delivery)
• Strong Interpersonal and communication skills
• Knowledge of advertising and sales promotion techniques
• Strong computer skills and adaptability to new technology
• Goal oriented with a desire for improvement and advancement
• Able to communicate and work amicably with diverse teams
• Knowledge/Experience with DealerTrack, Routeone, or CUDL (beneficial)
• Previous Outside Sales Experience (preferred)
• Significant local travel to current and potential clients. This requires the possession of a valid state driver's license

Responsibilities

• Prepare presentations and proposals to communicate company products and services to all levels of management within Independent and Franchise Dealerships
• Identify sales prospects and contact these and other accounts assigned to you
• Follow-up on new leads and referrals resulting from field activity in both independent and franchise dealers
• Develop, maintain and grow current and potential dealer partners within the Independent and Franchise Dealer communities
• Constant and effective communication via phone and in-person visits with dealer partners to train on current programs and fast funding requirements
• Provide solutions, rehash and restructure vehicle loans for approval in a profitable manner for Westlake and the Dealership Partners
• Assist with the preparation of sales contracts by educating the dealer on what is needed for proper verification by Westlake Financial
• Develop, maintain and understand sales materials and keep up to date on current financial product knowledge
• Participate in marketing events such as seminars, trade shows, and telemarketing events for independent and franchise dealers

Skills

Automotive sales

Finance sales

Sales presentation

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

College degree

Tools

DealerTrack

RouteOne

CUDL

Job description

Westlake Financial Services is seeking a Dealer Account Manager to sell and train dealer partners across the United States. This remote-on-the-road role focuses on expanding our network, educating partners on Westlake programs, and driving loan businesses with both independent and franchise dealers.

You will manage your dealer base, prospect new accounts, and maintain strong relationships through regular visits and training on current programs and funding needs. Local travel is required.