Indirect Relationship Manager

O Bee Credit Union•Lacey, WA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

O Bee Credit Union is hiring an Indirect Relationship Manager to join their team. This full-time position plays a vital role in supporting the mission, members, and company culture. The role involves leading the development, growth, and performance of indirect lending programs while serving as the primary relationship manager for dealer and business partners. The position requires making sound lending decisions that balance member service, portfolio growth, and risk management, while ensuring compliance with O Bee policies and lending standards.

Requirements

Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Must have at least five years of experience in consumer lending, indirect lending, or the auto financing industry.
Must be able to pass a background and credit check.
Must be bondable.
Strong knowledge of consumer lending principles, loan underwriting, and risk assessment.
Excellent communication, relationship-building, and interpersonal skills.
Strong organizational, analytical, and critical-thinking abilities.
Ability to identify problems, develop solutions, and make sound business decisions.
Detail-oriented with a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.

Nice To Haves

Associates degree is preferred.
Knowledge of auto dealership operations, solar financing, and point-of-sale lending programs is preferred.
Experience with Symitar (SYM), ARC OS, and LoansPQ is preferred.
Experience developing and managing dealer, vendor, or indirect lending relationships is preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead and grow indirect lending programs, including auto, RV, powersports, solar, point-of-sale financing, and other strategic partnerships.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with dealerships, merchants, vendors, and business partners to drive production and portfolio performance.
Analyze market conditions, competitor activity, and portfolio trends to support strategic growth and program development.
Partner with lending leadership to achieve production, portfolio quality, dealer network, and organizational goals.
Underwrite consumer and mortgage loans as needed, exercising sound judgment and ensuring compliance with lending policies and regulations.
Evaluate loan applications and make timely lending decisions based on creditworthiness, income, assets, and overall risk.
Manage daily workflow to meet service standards and production goals while delivering exceptional member and partner service.
Participate in a rotating weekend underwriting schedule and represent O Bee at industry, vendor, and business development events.