Account Executive - Automotive

USA TODAY Co. • Detroit, MI

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About The Position

We’re looking for a driven Account Executive to join our Automotive Marketing Team—part of the USA TODAY Network’s enterprise-wide solutions group. Our mission? To deliver best-in-class, end-to-end digital marketing strategies that empower our automotive clients to grow their business with confidence.

As an Account Executive, you’ll be the face of LOCALiQ Automotive, managing a portfolio of dealership clients and building lasting relationships with senior-level decision-makers. You’ll act as both a strategic partner and solution creator—helping clients navigate the evolving digital landscape while delivering real, measurable results.

Requirements

• 3–5+ years of sales experience with proven results in media, marketing, or digital advertising.
• Strong understanding of digital platforms and audience-based marketing solutions.
• Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience managing pipelines and forecasts via CRM tools like Salesforce.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Grow revenue through new business acquisition, upselling, and client retention.
• Develop strong relationships with local dealerships and rooftop leaders.
• Collaborate with internal teams to build custom digital solutions that drive ROI.
• Lead in-person meetings, share campaign insights, and deliver actionable recommendations.
• Manage pipeline and performance using Salesforce; forecast and report results accurately.
• Craft account strategies that align with client goals and LOCALiQ’s offerings.

Benefits

• Base plus uncapped commissions
• Top of the line benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, unlimited PTO and great training
• competitive salaries and benefits, including health care, dental and vision coverage, flexible spending account, 401(k), paid time off, and tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed