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Activation Specialist

CARFAX, Centreville, VA, United States


Activation Specialist Account Management, Jobs Centreville, Virginia

Description Join our Winning Team as an Activation Specialist !

At CARFAX, we pride ourselves on helping to grow a brand built on accuracy and integrity. We care deeply about our products and our customers. We’re more than just a company: We help millions of consumers make more-informed decisions every day. We value a balanced life while tackling challenging projects in a fast-paced environment.

One last thing: Our four-day week continues in Summer 2026!

The Activation Specialist will manage a territory of agency partners to build engagement in the program and articulate value. Using a variety of resources, they will host virtual agency trainings and educate staff on the tools available to them. It is a unique opportunity to use your Account Management skills to help our partner agencies make a direct impact to keep their communities safer. This position will require 3 days a week in office, subject to change with future business needs.

What you’ll be doing

Independently manage a territory to foster program growth

Build strong relationships with agency key players

Educate agencies on program value through proactive engagement and virtual training sessions

Cultivate and grow existing relationships to increase product utilization

Troubleshoot basic technical questions or concerns

Embrace a dynamic and evolving program environment, demonstrating flexibility and a growth mindset to navigate change and drive continued success

Capture agency feedback to allow for continued product improvement

What we are looking for

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Positive can‑do attitude in a collaborative environment

Adaptability to rapidly adjust to new challenges

Strength in functioning independently to structure daily workflow

Solutions‑oriented problem‑solving skills

Experience with a CRM (Salesforce experience is a plus)

2+ years of Account Management experience

What’s in it for you

Competitive compensation, benefits and generous time‑off policies

4‑Day summer work weeks and a winter holiday break

401(k) / DCPP matching

Annual bonus program

Casual, dog‑friendly, and innovative office spaces

US Equal Opportunity Employer Statement CARFAX is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of CARFAX to provide equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of race, color, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, age, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, military status, disability or handicap, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, CARFAX will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. We maintain a drug‑free workplace. We are a participant in E‑Verify.

Canadian Equal Opportunity Employer Statement CARFAX Canada is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law.

We’re committed to providing accommodations by request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. For a confidential inquiry or to request an accommodation, please contact your recruiter or email hiring@carfax.com.

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