Automotive F&I Account Specialist

Job Description The Automotive Account Specialist will be responsible for planning, organizing, and conducting activities associated with achieving performance standards for our clients in the automotive sector. will be responsible for planning, organizing, and conducting activities associated with achieving performance standards for our clients in the automotive sector. What will be my duties and responsibilities in this job? Perform all functions of an F&I Manager consistent with good business practices Achieve performance standards set by the company, or as determined by leadership Isolate and resolve discrepancies in client performance and process determined to be detrimental to the solicitation, sale and desired profit margins related to Assurant Dealer Services products Organize, plan and conduct meetings with clients as required, promoting communication and fostering a positive business relationship Facilitate training as required to ensure understanding of Assurant Dealer Services, products, policies and procedures with appropriate dealership personnel Identify new opportunities for applicable Assurant Dealer Services products currently not offered by existing clients Complete all reports for Home Office in a Timely Manner, including 2-day kickoff worksheets, Trip Reports and Post Assignment Evaluations Complete and submit expenses during business travel (if applicable) and/or submit business expense receipts into the expense portal to the Home Office on a timely basis Coordinate and Book all Airline Reservations, Hotel Reservations and Car Rental Reservations thru our Corporate Travel Department, in accordance with corporate guidelines, and complete in a consistent, timely manner Complete any items as requested by Program Administrator, Director of Training and any other company employees Manage expenses incurred within the then current Assurant Dealer Services expense guidelines What are the requirements needed for this position? A minimum of 3 years retail automotive dealership experience, specifically F&I Extensive knowledge of retail automobile dealership operation Current state licensing required for assigned territory or the ability to obtain licensing after training What other skills/experience would be helpful to have? Bachelor's Degree Proven retail sales experience in the automotive industry a plus At least two years of experience in the field of sales, management, and customer relations required Strong sales skills Excellent presentation and communication skills Problem-solving and customer service skills Computer skills - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access required Must be a team player as well as able to work independently Complete and graduate from our 1-week FSM Training Class What are the working conditions and physical requirements of this job? This position requires extensive travel to client sites Candidates must be open to relocation for advancement opportunities How much should I expect to travel? 80% nationwide travel Salary $108,000 Pay Range $0.00 - $0.00 Any posted pay range considers a wide range of compensation factors, including candidate background, experience and work location, while also allowing for salary growth within the position. What's the culture like at Assurant? Our unique culture is a big reason why talented people choose Assurant. Named a Best/Great Place to Work in 14 countries and awarded the Fortune America's Most Innovative Companies recognition, we bring together top talent around the world. Although we have a wide variety of skills and experiences, we share common characteristics that are uniquely Assurant. A passion for service. An ability to innovate in practical ways. And a willingness to take chances. We call our culture The Assurant Way . Company Overview Assurant is a leading global business services company that supports, protects, and connects major consumer purchases. A Fortune 500 company with a presence in 21 countries, Assurant supports the advancement of the connected world by partnering with the world's leading brands to develop innovative solutions and deliver an enhanced customer experience through mobile device solutions, extended service contracts, vehicle protection services, renters insurance, lender-placed insurance products, and other specialty products. AI and Biometric Usage Assurant supports the responsible use of Artificial Intelligence (AI), but we want to know the real you. Visit our AI Usage Guidelines page to understand #J-18808-Ljbffr assurant