Dealer Development Consultant (Chicago, IL)

Automated Media Inc.•Lowell, MA

4d•$90,000 - $105,000

About The Position

Founded in 1989, Automated Media, Inc. (AMI) is an innovative, award-winning information technology firm, based in Michigan and serving customers around the globe. AMI creates ingenious technology solutions, and develops and manages successful systems for Ford, Chrysler, GM, and other customers. These include tire programs, as well as other technology and project management programs, consulting, billing, and systems solutions. The role of the Dealer Development Consultant is to assist with the development and implementation of OEM Tire Program strategy and marketing communications. As a Dealer Development Consultant (DDC), your essential job functions will include the following: Serve as the Tire Program liaison between Head Office, Dealers, Tire Manufacturers and other key stakeholders. Work with the Tire Manufacturers to help them better understand dealership needs for inventory improvement and staff training (sales and product). Train Tire Manufacturers and dealership staff on the operations, incentives, communications, reports, online tools, and all other elements of the Tire Program. Assist Tire Manufacturers in setting expectations and goals for dealerships. Support Head Office Regional personnel in all Tire Program elements. Serve as a support to the Tire Manufacturers and at the dealership level to maximize tire strategies. Direct dealership visits (with Tire Manufacturer personnel and Head Office field personnel) to improve all aspects of stocking, merchandising and selling of tires including the use of inspections, promotions, and the competitive analysis of the open market business, etc. Attend and present Tire Program updates at Parts & Service Manager meetings, monthly Regional Organization Meetings, and Tire Manufacturer training conferences. Assist dealerships with Tire Program set up of tire selections, inventory strategy, displays, etc. Enrollment of new dealerships. Develop and collaborate with OEM Field Contacts to drive tire business. Develop and deliver strategic market plans to support book of business with growth, initiatives, improve dealership performance and follow up. Database management operations. Deliver to agreed timelines and budgets Other Duties as Assigned

Requirements

+3 years marketing experience
Bachelor’s degree, marketing degree preferred but not required
Passion for the marketing discipline (products and consumers)
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to engage and influence internal stakeholders
Ability to manage conflicting demands with demonstrated project management expertise
Business acumen (commercial experience)
Must be available to travel interstate twice a month
Well organized with a strong drive for results – able to drive the business and manager their own time effectively
A good understanding of data management and analytics
Proficient with Microsoft Office suite of products
Able to work independently
Must have valid driver’s license in good standing

Nice To Haves

Aftermarket Parts & Service knowledge is desirable

Responsibilities

Serve as the Tire Program liaison between Head Office, Dealers, Tire Manufacturers and other key stakeholders.
Work with the Tire Manufacturers to help them better understand dealership needs for inventory improvement and staff training (sales and product).
Train Tire Manufacturers and dealership staff on the operations, incentives, communications, reports, online tools, and all other elements of the Tire Program.
Assist Tire Manufacturers in setting expectations and goals for dealerships.
Support Head Office Regional personnel in all Tire Program elements.
Serve as a support to the Tire Manufacturers and at the dealership level to maximize tire strategies.
Direct dealership visits (with Tire Manufacturer personnel and Head Office field personnel) to improve all aspects of stocking, merchandising and selling of tires including the use of inspections, promotions, and the competitive analysis of the open market business, etc.
Attend and present Tire Program updates at Parts & Service Manager meetings, monthly Regional Organization Meetings, and Tire Manufacturer training conferences.
Assist dealerships with Tire Program set up of tire selections, inventory strategy, displays, etc.
Enrollment of new dealerships.
Develop and collaborate with OEM Field Contacts to drive tire business.
Develop and deliver strategic market plans to support book of business with growth, initiatives, improve dealership performance and follow up.
Database management operations.
Deliver to agreed timelines and budgets
Other Duties as Assigned