Business Development Manager

Business Development ManagerVictory Automotive Group is family owned and operated since 1997 with over 50 locations across the United States. We provide the best opportunities for all employees, customers, communities and each manufacturer we represent. Our continued commitment is to improve our dealerships and services to satisfy our customer's wants and needs 100 percent of the time and always provide a pleasant, informative and professional experience.Victory Automotive Group is always looking for talented, self-motivated individuals to join our team. If you think you are ready to be a part of an exciting team, then we encourage you to continue with this applicant friendly, online job application!Victory Automotive Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.Job DescriptionWe are currently seeking an experienced, motivated and energetic professional to manage our BDC Department. The Business Development Manager helps grow the business by responding to business leads and developing relationships to promote sales for the dealership. They may be technically savvy as well to help communicate in a clear and efficient way with consumers using their preferred method of communication. This position will be responsible for managing all aspects of the department including handling internet leads, inbound phone calls and customer retention. In addition, the BDC Manager hires, trains, and monitors the team which handles most follow-up, all internet leads and inbound calls and lead generation. The ideal candidate has experience in a large-volume dealership, and some supervisory or management experience. They must have strong sales aptitude, excellent communication and interpersonal skills.This job description summary outlines core aspects of this position, but additional duties may be required on a routine basis. This job description does not constitute the complete responsibilities for this position.ResponsibilitiesDevelops viable sales forecasts and associated sales strategiesHires, trains, and monitors team member performanceHelps promote the dealership online via Social Media outletsAssists sales staff to manage deals from start to finishRespond to new leads and communicate effectively with customers within established time framesProvides timely and accurate reports on all sales activities as neededPerform customer follow-up to unsold customers to maximize all selling opportunitiesMaintain a sold customer follow-up system to encourage repeat and referral businessPerforms other duties as assignedRequirementsHigh School diploma or GEDAutomotive BDC management experienceAutomotive BDC/Internet management experienceExperience in supervising and managing staffStrong computer/internet skillsBasic knowledge of CRM system, lead providers and website backend tools preferredStrong leadership and motivational skillsHighly professional and dependableCompensationCompetitive Pay Based on ExperienceMedical BenefitsPaid VacationHolidaysProfessional WorkplaceNon-Smoking WorkplaceDrug Free WorkplaceOpportunity for AdvancementDirect Deposit401(k) with Company MatchThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this position. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. We reserve the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug free workplace.