Business Development Representative

About Westlake Financial Westlake Financial Services is the largest privately held auto finance company in the Nation. Business Development Representative Agoura Hills, CA | Office Based Westlake Financial Services believes in PEOPLE with the PURPOSE and PASSION to assist more than 22,000 dealer partners across North America. With 30% YOY growth and assets of $19 billion, we are hiring talented individuals as we expand our presence in the Auto Finance Industry. What’s the role? The Business Development Department is pivotal to growth. BDRs identify & create new sales prospects, utilizing our automotive dealership database and Salesforce. Opportunities for growth are abundant, especially for high performers. What You'll Do Maximize the value that Westlake delivers to dealers, driving higher engagement with our products and services. Communicate and sell the value of Westlake’s entire suite of products and services. Work in close partnership with the Westlake financing, flooring, and Western funding sales teams to generate leads, communicate value, and provide tangible sales leads for closure. Exhibit an excellent understanding of Westlake’s products and services. Prove ability to communicate and sell Westlake’s value story to dealerships. Qualities We Look For Strong knowledge of warm calling, appointment setting, and sales techniques. Clear and effective presentation skills. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Knowledge of advertising and sales promotion techniques. Strong computer skills and adaptability to new technology. Demonstrated experience in automotive, finance, and sales (preferred). 1-2 years previous experience in a sales role with a proven track record of success. High school diploma required. Retail or sales experience required. Compensation Self-determined, performance-based compensation package. Base pay is $17.87 per hour. First 6 months potential income of $5,000 monthly + any performance-based commission. Average rep earning after 1 year – $60,000 to $70,000 per year. Potential for high commissions. Exact starting compensation determined at hire based on location, skill set, experience, education, credentials, and licensure when applicable. Benefits Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits. Life Insurance and Long-term Disability plans. Flexible Spending Account. 401K matching. Employee Stock Ownership Program in a $18.2 Billion Company, plus company matching. Wellness Programs. Metro Tap Card and Metro-link Reimbursement (Los Angeles, CA employees only). Career Path Opportunities. Discounts on Parks, Museums, Movie Tickets, and Attractions. Annual Flu Shot. Paid Vacation Days. Paid Sick Days.Paid Holidays. HGym (available in Los Angeles, CA & Dallas, TX offices). Rental Car Discounts, Dell Member Purchase Program. UKG Wallet. Acknowledgement We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with 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 Westlake Services