Strategic Accounts Executive - Buffalo, NY

Lever, Inc.; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

Flexible work hours

Remote environment

Stock options

Professional development allowance

Growth opportunities

Job summary

AutoFi is seeking a customer centric Strategic Accounts Executive to manage a regional book of business with on-site dealer visits. You will split your week between in-store visits and field travel, building strong dealer relationships and driving adoption of AutoFi's digital selling platform.

The role requires 3+ years of relevant experience, assertiveness, analytical thinking, and proficiency with CRM software, DMS/F&I tools, and Google Suite. Travel up to 50% is expected.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant experience with a history of delivering results.
• Be assertive and persuasive.
• Detail-oriented and analytical.
• Strong work ethic.
• Proficient user of automotive CRM software.
• Working knowledge of DMS systems, F&I systems, and F&I tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own Book of Business in a regional area with onsite dealer visits.
• Develop and maintain partner relationships to drive adoption and KPIs.
• Provide training and insights on best practices to dealers.
• Engage with dealers across Sales, F&I, and CRM processes.
• Present to various stakeholders from sales staff to C-suite.

Skills

Assertive

Persuasive

Detail-oriented

Analytical

Strong work ethic

Relationship builder

Excellent communication

Tools

Google Suite

CRM software

DMS systems

F&I tools

Job description

About AutoFi

AutoFi is the leading provider of digital commerce technology that powers the sales and finance experiences for the most innovative brands and dealers in automotive. The AutoFi platform enables a more transactional buying experience with $4B in funded loans processed through AutoFi annually. AutoFi’s dynamic selling platform empowers dealers to sell vehicles more efficiently and profitably, both online and in the showroom.

We are funded for years of future growth and backed by investors including Crosslink Capital, Santander Holdings USA, SVB Financial Group, Ford, BMW iVentures and JP Morgan Chase.

Our team is diverse - spread out across the U.S. and Canada, we have backgrounds from finance and technology as well as deep experience in all areas of the auto space. We’re empathetic, gritty, curious, and humble owners of this business and are supported by some of the biggest names in the auto and financial industries as commercial partners. We’ve never been more excited about the opportunity in front of us to help transition the auto industry from offline to online. If changing a trillion-dollar industry sounds exciting, we’d love to hear from you.

For more information, visit www.autofi.com.

About the Role

AutoFi is looking for a customer centric Strategic Accounts Executive ready for a move that enables your dealership expertise and growth.
You will manage your own Book of Business in a regional area. This role will require onsite dealer visits, average week consists of 4 days a week in stores, overnight travel 50% which are crucial to the success of our partner relationships.

Responsibilities

You have a solid understanding of dealership variable operations, including, but not limited to:
Finance & Insurance, Sales, Sales Management, processes, software, and performance reporting systems.

You should be able to demonstrate a practical understanding of best practice digital sales processes, operating practices, Desking deals, integrations with vendors, CRM and DMS software tools.

You may currently be working with a Automotive Software Vendor, managing dealership accounts from training delivery through ongoing account servicing and support, looking for your next challenge.

Experience working with Vehicle Sales Teams (Sales People, Sales Managers Internet/BDC, and F&I Managers) integrating our software platform and processes into their dealerships.

Provide training and insight on best practices that will leverage and drive the dealers' business.

You will own the ongoing relationship with your dealers, which will include KPIs to ensure increased adoption, driving transactions, ensuring retention and delivering satisfaction.

You will need to be as comfortable speaking to a customer as you would a Sales Person, a Sales Manager, a Dealer Principal, a C-Suite or a Manufacturer.

Requirements

Be assertive and persuasive

Have a disciplined systematic approach to work

Detail-oriented and analytical

Strong work ethic

3+ years of relevant experience with a history of delivering results

Highly computer literate, Google Suite

Good follow up and organizational skills

Quick to adapt to new technology and tools

Have a working knowledge of common DMS systems, F&I systems, and F&I tools

Proficient user of automotive CRM software

Thrive in a multi-tasking environment and be able to adjust priorities on-the-fly

Have excellent verbal, written and presentation skills

Relationship builder

Continuous learner

$110,000 - $110,000 a year

+ commission $50,000 ++ (uncapped) & $15,000 variable bonus for hitting KPI's

What's in it for you:

- We offer full training and a competitive total rewards package along with great benefits

- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage - 100% premium coverage for employee / 50+% for dependents

- Flexible work hours

- Remote environment

- Competitive pay

- Visionary leadership team

- Growth opportunities within a dynamic culture

- Wellness & cultural initiatives (fitness challenges, wellness webinars, virtual games, regional activities, etc.)

- Up to $1K per year for employee professional development

- Stock options - we are all owners!

Individual compensation decisions are based on a number of factors, including the candidate’s experience and qualifications and local market conditions. Please note, the foregoing salary range does not reflect an employee’s total compensation package, which may include bonus, company equity, and health benefits.

AutoFi is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals seeking employment are considered without regards to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other protected status under all applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

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