Specialist, Business Development
About The Position
Supports regional efforts by assisting the Regional Director, Manager, Regional Fixed Operations, District Sales Managers, District Service & Parts Managers, and dealers in conquest and sales promotion activities by utilizing appropriate Isuzu marketing materials and resources. Works with the Regional Director to identify the highest potential areas for activities or those areas that have special needs based on limited dealer retail capacity (or poor dealer sales performance) for both trucks and parts sales. Supports District Managers’ efforts by conducting and supporting sales blitzes in market areas, assisting in local trade shows, and any other dealer-level sales development activities. Responsible for market area improvement plans, implementation, and follow-up of those plans. The ideal candidate will be located in the greater Dallas/Houston area of Texas or in Orlando, Florida.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Sales, Marketing, or Communications preferred, or equivalent directly related work experience
- Experience in the capacity of sales, marketing, promotions, or sales cold calling preferred
- General knowledge and/or interest in automotive and or truck industry practices
- Knowledge of sales processes, sales cold-calling, marketing or promotional activities
- Proficient PC skills in Microsoft Office applications
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including presentation skills
- Ability to travel and negotiate driving in a city environment
- Must be able to maintain a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
- Report development and analytical skills
Nice To Haves
- Customer Relations Management (CRM) systems utilization knowledge preferred
Responsibilities
- Works with the Regional Director to identify and analyze markets with the highest unachieved sales potential.
- Develops initiative and marketing promotions and contact lists (using IDEAS) that will be used as “blueprint” plan to contact and follow-up with prospects and Isuzu customers in the identified market area.
- Once the plan is completed, begins contacting in-person prospects and creates follow-up plan for those prospects that demonstrate interest in product or future services.
- Reports results, findings, and follow-up plans to the Regional Director weekly or as required.
- Supports District Managers by coordinating or assisting in Isuzu promotional activities. This includes but is not limited to assisting in coordination and participation in dealership sales blitzes (sales, service, and parts), coordinating and participating in trade show activities, participating in local vocational trade organizations, and any other associated activities that promote the Isuzu truck brand.
- Travels with District Managers to develop a better understanding of dealer operations and assists District Managers with special activities at the dealer level that may require additional resources.
- Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Health Coverage Medical, dental, vision, and fertility benefits to support you through every stage of life
- Fertility & Family-Building Support through WIN Fertility: Includes Adoption & Surrogacy Benefits, WINMaternity, and PowerPause, offering up to $25,000 in lifetime benefits for fertility-related services such as IVF, IUI, and preconception support
- Generous Time Off Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with paid vacation, 15 paid holidays annually, sick leave, parental leave, and MTO (Miscellaneous Time Off) for volunteering or a compelling personal need
- Smart Retirement Planning Build long-term financial security with a 401(k) plan featuring a company match and an additional Annual Retirement Contribution (ARC)
- Peace of Mind Company-paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance, as well as Travel Insurance, so you're covered wherever life takes you
- Wellness Program Access a variety of tools and resources designed to support your physical and mental well-being
- Tuition Reimbursement Pursue continued education with financial support for job-related coursework, degree programs, and professional growth
- Exclusive Employee Discounts Save on insurance, travel, entertainment, car purchases/rentals, retail purchases, and more
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
