Remote Field Dealer Partner Manager

Westlake Financial Services; Detroit (MI); Remote; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life Insurance

Disability plans

401K matching

Employee Stock Ownership

Wellness programs

Transit reimbursement

Career path opportunities

Paid vacations

Paid sick days

Paid holidays

Gym access

Job summary

Westlake Financial is seeking a Dealer Account Manager for remote field work across the U.S. You will train dealer partners, grow the dealer network, and manage sales activities from new leads to funding.

The role requires automotive, finance and sales experience, strong presentation and communication skills, and travel to dealer partners in your assigned area. Full-time with benefits and field compensation opportunities.

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 the use of 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

Finance

Sales

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Advertising

Computer skills

Goal oriented

Communication

DealerTrack/RouteOne/CUDL

Outside sales

Local travel

Education

College degree

Tools

DealerTrack

RouteOne

CUDL

Job description

Westlake Financial is seeking a Dealer Account Manager for remote field work across the U.S. You will train dealer partners, grow the dealer network, and manage sales activities from new leads to funding.

The role requires automotive, finance and sales experience, strong presentation and communication skills, and travel to dealer partners in your assigned area. Full-time with benefits and field compensation opportunities.