
Dealer Account Manager
Westlake Financial, Albany, NY, United States
Overview
WESTLAKE FINANCIAL Westlake 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, becoming 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, and we are looking to acquire talented individuals as we expand our market share. Westlake believes in PEOPLE with the PURPOSE and PASSION to assist our more than 25,000 dealer partners throughout North America.
Our Dealer Account Managers 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 at the Westlake recruitment site.
Job Description
Dealer Account Manager
Remote - on the road
Our Dealer Account Managers assist current and future dealer partners to sell more cars and trucks by financing more customers. This is a challenging and dynamic position with opportunities for advancement. As a Dealer Account Manager with Westlake Financial, you will educate and train current dealer partners in the assigned area, along with acquiring new sources and contacts. You will manage and consult in all sales activities and account development for dealers within the area, and you will manage the quality and consistency of product and service delivery.
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 succeed. This 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 within 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 and 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 Dealerships
Identify sales prospects and contact these and other accounts assigned to you
Follow up on new leads and referrals resulting from field activity in both independent and franchise dealers
Develop, maintain and grow current and potential dealer partners within the Independent and Franchise Dealer communities
Constant and effective communication via phone and in-person visits with dealer partners to train on current programs and fast funding requirements
Provide solutions and restructure vehicle loans for approval in a profitable manner for Westlake and the Dealership Partners
Assist with the preparation of sales contracts by educating the dealer on what is needed for proper verification by Westlake Financial
Develop, maintain and understand sales materials and keep up to date on current financial product knowledge
Participate in marketing events such as seminars, trade shows, and telemarketing events for independent and franchise dealers
Qualifications
Demonstrated experience in Automotive, Finance and Sales (required)
1-2 years of previous experience in a Sales role with a proven track record of success
College degree (preferred or equivalent work experience)
Presentation skills (from initial creation to delivery)
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Knowledge of advertising and sales promotion techniques
Strong computer skills and adaptability to new technology
Goal oriented with a desire for improvement and advancement
Able to communicate and work amicably with diverse teams
Knowledge/Experience with the use of DealerTrack, Routeone, or CUDL (beneficial)
Previous Outside Sales Experience (preferred)
Significant local travel to current and potential clients with a valid state driver's license
Benefits
What is our pay plan?
Target first year income: $60,000 - $130,000
Self-determined, performance-based compensation package
First year guaranteed minimum income starting at $5,000 monthly plus performance-based commissions, thereafter, monthly base of $1,000, plus commissions
Average earnings after 1 year: $160,000; top quartile earnings can be higher
Monthly vehicle mileage reimbursement program average of $450 monthly
No limit on commissions
The exact starting compensation will be offered based on location, skill, experience, education, credentials, and licensure
What do we offer?
Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
Life Insurance and Long-term disability plans
Flexible Spending Account
401K matching
Employee Stock Ownership Program in a $20 Billion Company, plus company matching
Wellness Programs
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 our Los Angeles, CA & Dallas, TX office)
Rental Car Discounts, Dell Member Purchase Program
UKG Wallet
Acknowledgments
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. 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.
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