Automotive OEM Field Account Manager

Affinitiv•San Diego, CA

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Affinitiv is the largest provider of end-to-end, data-driven marketing and software solutions exclusively focused on the automotive customer lifecycle. Backed by 20+ years of automotive and marketing expertise, we pride ourselves on being the go-to experts in the industry. Not only do we work with over 6,500 dealerships and every major manufacturer in the country, we’re well-versed in OEM standards and the intricacies of a dealership or group’s local business. The Subaru Care Connect Account Manager will travel within the assigned territory to the designated area dealerships to ensure program understanding and usage of an exclusive marketing software platform in partnership with Subaru for their automotive dealership network. Candidate MUST be located in Pittsburgh. The individual filling this position is expected to both service and support the dealership's participation of this program, as well as sell participating ongoing services. They will develop a core relationship that facilitates an ongoing business relationship with the Subaru field force and the territory dealerships.

Requirements

Candidate MUST be located in Pittsburgh.
Have strong verbal and written skills.
Have experience working with Outlook, Excel, Word and other Office programs.
2+ Years automotive retail dealer/vendor sales or service and/or manufacturer experience.
Well-spoken/written; articulate and able to maintain a professional appearance/attitude at all times.
Previous record of success and excellent employment references.
The ability to thrive under pressure and maintain a positive problem-solving attitude.

Nice To Haves

Strong marketing experience is also a big plus.

Responsibilities

Enroll and maintain Subaru dealers.
Inform & educate dealers on our program, program processes and program updates.
Train dealership and Subaru personnel on utilizing software and marketing programs.
Assist dealers in selecting and launching individual & quarterly marketing programs.
Support and direct the benefits of the program during in-person and phone follow-up.
Act as the primary sales and support contact for assigned geography.
Keep the company accurately apprised of the program status of each assigned dealership within Subaru’s territory.
Build and maintain a highly professional relationship with the OEM field force and zone management.