Dealer Relations Representative

Pelican Credit Union • Baton Rouge, LA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Dealer Relations Representative will serve as the main point of contact for all indirect relationships with Pelican Credit Union. This position is responsible for successfully developing, deepening, and maintaining relationships with Pelican's existing and future indirect partners working to achieve the Credit Union's strategic goals. The Dealer Relations Representative is an advocate for both Pelican and our partners to build strong working relationships.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of lending experience within a financial institution, including underwriting, preferably in indirect lending.
• 2-year college degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field of study. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of education.
• Excellent oral, written, and telephone communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, and member service skills.
• Knowledge of dealership operations and indirect finance industry required.
• Must be willing to travel up to 90% of the time, sometimes overnight.

Responsibilities

• Building and nurturing positive, profitable business relationships with dealers and merchants through daily conversations and solicitations while educating them on the Credit Union’s indirect program.
• Building and expanding the indirect territory of indirect partners based on the objectives of the Credit Union.
• Actively supporting and educating dealers and merchants on all aspects of the Credit Union’s indirect program to maximize results for the dealers, merchants, and the Credit Union.
• Review dealer and merchant agreements for completion and accuracy; partner with dealers and merchants to resolve any outstanding items.
• Track and report monthly visits providing quality feedback that is actionable to ensure relationships are continually strengthened.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with generous employer premium contributions
• Health Savings Account contributions for eligible employees
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation & Sick Leave
• 15 Paid Holidays each year, which includes a Cultural Floating Holiday
• 401K Plan with a 5% discretionary profit share contribution, plus a dollar-for-dollar match of up to 5% after 1 year of employment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree