Sales and Key Account Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Are you ready to take your passion for the auto industry to the next level? Vehicle Fleet Services, the asset protection, re-marketing and wholesale acquisition market leader division of Drive Holding Corporation is seeking an energetic and motivated Sales and Key Account Manager to join our team full-time. This position requires our agents to maintain and seek after new business relationship opportunities that specifically correlate to our AssuraCar vehicle asset protection program. Dealerships of all sizes, new and used, are welcome to join our growing and highly sought after inventory protection platform. If you thrive on the thrill of closing a deal, enjoy managing high level type relationships with dealership owner/operators, have contacts with managers & owners, and have experience with automotive auctions and dealerships then this position is perfect for you. This is a groundbreaking opportunity and if you have a desire for rapid promotions and company growth, read on to learn more!The Key Account Manager position is a highly compensated role and based on performance and account management development, monthly payouts can surpass $20,000. The compensation opportunity may be greatly increased with regional growth oversight offered within your first 6 months. Additionally, there is a start-up guarantee based on certain required performance metrics being completed offered up to 180 days after your start date that will help you jump start your journey with the team. This position will require some travel to local businesses and auction locations that are in your assigned market, and offers flexibility of schedule with no "clock in/out process." The company encourages you to build relationships with multiple auto sales platform venues, and will provide training and resources to assist your with maximizing your success. If you're ready to take the leap into this dynamic role as an AssuraCar Key Account Manager, apply today!WHAT DOES A SALES AND KEY ACCOUNT MANAGER DO?As a Sales and Account Manager for Vehicle Fleet Services, you are an invaluable member of our team. Each day, you work to build a book of business by adding valuable B2B clients to our roster. You will be required to add new accounts and manage relationships within those accounts every month. You also work closely with industry related companies as needed to strengthen relationships between our clients the protection services that we offer.In addition, you provide wholesale liquidation consulting to clients. With access to all national auction databases and appraisal systems, you help our clients maximize their returns on vehicles that are no longer needed and offer assistance with our full throttle inventory protection services. As a people person and someone who is passionate about the auto industry, you will enjoy building relationships with our clients and help position them for success.YOUR HOURS AS A SALES AND ACCOUNT MANAGERIn this relationship management position, you work flexible full-time hours, depending on the season and workload. No weekend work will be needed!WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFULTo be successful in this role, you'll need strong communication, negotiation, and sales skills. You'll also need to have great interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with a variety of personality types. To be considered for this role you must meet these preferred qualifications:1 year Wholesale / Auto industry experience is required2 years of sales experience – industry related preferred.Knowledge of auto industry sales, wholesaling, inventory management, appraisal experience, and auctions required.Auto Manager/Dealer relationships would be a plusAuto industry buyer experience would be a plus.JOIN US!If you would enjoy working with a growing organization and feel that this is the right auto relationship management job for you, don't wait - apply today to join our team. We make it incredibly easy with our initial 3-minute application.We look forward to hearing from you!Location: 85225