Dealer Account Manager

WESTLAKE FINANCIALWestlake Financial is the largest privately held auto finance company in the United States with demonstrated growth year over year. We continue to expand our teams and diversify our business model. This leads to cementing us as a leader in the automotive lending industry. Westlake continues to grow its market share within the Auto Industry with assets in excess of 20B. We have business relationships in all 50 states, including Puerto Rico. We are looking to acquire talented individuals as we expand our market share. Westlake Financial believes in PEOPLE with the PURPOSE and PASSION to assist our more than 25,000 dealer partners throughout North America.Our Dealer Account Managers are individuals with the vision and dedication to provide world-class customer service to our dealer partners through training and prospecting for business opportunities. This is a challenging, dynamic field position with high earnings potential and opportunities for career advancement.The Dealer Account Manager position offers a highly incentivized performance-based compensation package. A motivated and driven individual can earn up to and beyond a six-figure income.We invite you to learn more about the position, please visit DescriptionDealer Account ManagerRemote - on the roadOur Dealer Account Managers are individuals with the vision and dedication needed to assist our current and future dealer partner sell more cars and trucks by financing more customers.Our Dealer Account Manager is a challenging and dynamic position with opportunity for advancement. As a Dealer Account Manager with Westlake Financial, you will be educating and training our current Dealer partners in the assigned area, along with acquiring new source and contacts. You will manage and consult in all sales activities and account development for those dealers within the area assigned. You will also manage quality and consistency of product and service delivery.Being in a fast-paced environment, this role requires a consultative sales and management approach. Each Dealer Account Manager will manage their own dealer base to understand the Westlake Program so they can grow and succeedThis is a full-time position including full-time benefits. We are looking for highly motivated, highly dedicated candidates who are comfortable working in a field environment and traveling in a local market.What is it like being part of the Westlake Team?New Hire training is provided to ensure your success in your new role. This training will prepare and provide you with proper knowledge and skills to perform the role successfully.You will be part of a positive environment and supportive team where you will be encouraged to raise questions, promote ideas to yield good results.We are a well-established and constantly growing auto finance company; we believe in PEOPLE with the PURPOSE and PASSION.What will you do as our Dealer Account Manager?Prepare presentations and proposals to communicate company products and services to all levels of management within Independent and Franchise DealershipsIdentify sales prospects and contact these and other accounts assigned to youFollow-up on new leads and referrals resulting from field activity in both independent and franchise dealersDevelop, maintain and grow current and potential dealer partners within the Independent and Franchise Dealer communitiesConstant and effective communication via phone and in-person visits with dealer partners to train on current programs and fast funding requirementsProvide solutions, rehash and restructure vehicle loans for approval in a profitable manner for Westlake and the Dealership PartnersAssist with the preparation of sales contracts by educating the dealer on what is needed for proper verification by Westlake FinancialDevelop, maintain and understand sales materials and keep up to date on current financial product knowledgeParticipate in marketing events such as seminars, trade shows, and telemarketing events for independent and franchise dealersQualificationsQualities we look for in our Dealer Account Manager?Demonstrated experience in Automotive, Finance and Sales (required)1-2 year's previous experience in a Sales role with a proven track record of successCollege degree (preferred or equivalent work experience)Presentation skills (from initial creation to delivery)Strong Interpersonal and communication skillsKnowledge of advertising and sales promotion techniquesStrong computer skills and adaptability to new technologyGoal oriented with a desire for improvement and advancementAble to communicate and work amicably with diverse teamsKnowledge/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 licenseBenefitsThe exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire and will be dependent on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to geographic location, skill set, experience, education, credentials, and licensure when applicable.What do we offer?Full Time Benefits:Medical, Dental, and Vision benefitsLife Insurance and Long-term disability plansFlexible Spending Account401K matchingEmployee Stock Ownership Program in a $20 Billion Company, plus company matchingWellness ProgramsMetro Tap Card and Metro-link Reimbursement (for Los Angeles, CA employees only)Career Path OpportunitiesDiscounts on Parks, Museums, Movie Tickets, and AttractionsAnnual Flu ShotPaid Vacations DaysPaid Sick daysPaid holidaysHGym (available in our Los Angeles, CA & Dallas,TX office)Rental Car Discounts, Dell Member Purchase ProgramUKG WalletACKNOWLEDGMENTSWe will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.We are an equal opportunity employer and do not unlawfully discriminate in employment. No question on this application is used for the purpose of limiting or excluding any applicant from consideration for employment on a basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. Equal access to employment, services, and programs is available to all persons. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the organization.J-18808-Ljbffr