Area Sales Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Minnesota.

📋 Description

• Present and articulate the company's products and services to all management levels within Independent and Franchise Dealerships through in-person interactions.

• Identify potential sales opportunities and engage with assigned accounts and prospects.

• Follow up on new leads and referrals that arise from telephone conversations with Independent and Franchise dealers.

• Foster, maintain, and expand relationships with existing and prospective dealer partners in the Independent and Franchise Dealer sectors.

• Ensure consistent and effective communication, whether via telephone or in-person, with dealer partners regarding ongoing programs.

• Provide training to dealers on Western Funding, including the necessary documentation for prompt contract funding.

⛳️ Requirements

• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

• High School diploma or equivalent (mandatory).

• College degree or relevant work experience (preferred).

• Strong understanding of Automotive, Finance, and Sales.

• Prior experience in the Financial Services Sector or within a Car Dealership.

• 1-2 years of experience in a demanding sales position with a demonstrated record of accomplishments.

• Excellent Presentation skills.

• Strong Interpersonal and communication abilities.

• Familiarity with warm calling, appointment setting, and sales methodologies.

• Proficient computer skills and ability to adapt to new technologies.

• Results-oriented: achieving objectives in line with Company goals.

• Capable of working independently as well as collaboratively within a team.

• Bi-lingual (Spanish) is a plus.

• Willingness to travel up to 75% of the time.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.

• Life Insurance and Long-term disability plans.

• Flexible Spending Account.

• 401K matching.

• Employee Stock Ownership Program.

• Wellness Programs.

• Metro Tap Card and Metro-link Reimbursement (available for Los Angeles, CA employees only).

• Discounts on Parks, Museums, Movie Tickets, and Attractions.

• Annual Flu Shot.

• Paid Vacation Days.

• Paid Sick Days.

• Paid Holidays.