Account Manager Automotive Auction Specialist

Bidbus • Irvine, CA

398d • $42,000 - $72,000

About The Position

The Account Manager - Automotive Auction Specialist at Bidbus is responsible for managing relationships with car dealerships, negotiating deals, and ensuring smooth transactions between dealers and consumers. This role requires a self-motivated individual who can work independently while collaborating with team members to achieve sales goals. The position involves daily travel to meet with existing and prospective dealerships, utilizing CRM software for tracking and reporting purposes.

Requirements

• A minimum of 3 years of dealership experience, either in the used or new car sector.
• Experience selling to dealerships and auction knowledge is strongly preferred.
• Ability to travel daily to both existing and prospective dealerships.
• Excellent relationship-building skills, both in-person and over the phone.
• Experience using a CRM (preferably Salesforce) to maintain and plan the sales pipeline.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in Spanish and English.
• Understanding of the retail/wholesale marketplace in an operational context.
• An upbeat and positive demeanor.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Ability to adapt quickly to shifting priorities.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and close deals with the dealer network.
• Schedule and manage appointments between dealers and consumers.
• Utilize CRM daily for reporting and tracking purposes.
• Manage accounts receivable from dealer accounts to ensure timely payments.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with dealers through calls, texts, and emails.
• Collaborate with team members to achieve shared goals.
• Meet or exceed established sales goals.
• Travel for meetings, training, etc.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching

What This Job Offers

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