We are seeking a polished, enthusiastic sales professional to forge and maintain positive partnerships with area dealers in our Raleigh, NC market. Our ideal candidate lives within a 30 mile radius of Raleigh, NC and is a motivated self-starter with excellent sales and negotiation skills. We are seeking dedicated, dynamic, outgoing, and results-oriented people who wake-up energized and will work their market like it’s their own company. Forging partnerships with dealerships will be your top priority.

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WHAT IS A DAY IN THE LIFE AT FLAGSHIP AS AN AREA SALES MANAGER?

• The ability to effectively and professionally present the benefits and opportunities of Flagship Credit Acceptance lending programs

• Initiate, develop and maintain a strong business relationship, using proven sales techniques, with auto dealers in assigned markets

• Consistently complete registration cycle for all new dealers -- including all applicable documents and agreements

• Develop and execute effective sales strategies to exceed the overall market goals and dealer performance objectives

• Utilizing the latest industry and market trends, identify opportunities for product improvements and new product opportunities

• Effectively coordinate communications between Sales, Credit and Funding departments and dealership personnel

• Provide reports and analyses for territory/production activity, market data, etc. as requested by management

• Maintain excellent service levels to our dealer partners, which includes communication and follow-up during evenings and weekends

ABOUT YOU:

• A minimum of 3-5 years of sales experience, preferably in Auto Finance,marketing, underwriting, or dealership retail finance

• Non-prime auto finance experience preferred

• The ability to operate out of a home office and travel (within a 150-mile radius) for business purposes more than 75% of the time, which requires a valid driver’s license and auto insurance

• Knowledge of the local market and existing dealer base in/around the specific market area

• Demonstrated ability to develop business relationships with all levels of key dealer personnel, the decision-makers being a primary focus

• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills

• Well-developed presentation, relationship building, and sales skills

• High level of accountability and ability to effectively prioritize tasks

• Strong understanding of F&I department functions

• Ability to work independently and across functional teams

• Strong customer service skills

• Dealership operations and product knowledge

• Working knowledge of the MS Office suite of products

• Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required

• Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results from a background investigation

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• This is a remote-based position.

• Must have a valid and current Driver’s license to operate a company vehicle, or a personal vehicle with current auto insurance while on company business and are expected to drive in a safe and responsible manner and to maintain a good driving record

• The Human Resources Department is responsible for reviewing records, including accidents, moving violations, etc., to determine if the driving record indicates a pattern of unsafe or irresponsible driving

• Motor Vehicle Records will be obtained on all drivers prior to employment and no less than once per calendar year

• The associate must inform their direct Manager should their driving privileges be revoked or suspended

If you’re interested in partnering with a certified Great Place to Work company that encourages you to be your best #FlagshipCareers, visit www.FlagshipCredit.com/Careers for a complete list of career opportunities and information on our company.

Flagship is one of the fastest growing lenders in our space – and has been officially certified as a Great Place to Work! Headquartered in Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania, with operational offices in Arizona and Texas, our company has a workforce of close to 1,000 associates. We believe in providing a positive work environment our associates want to be a part of. A place they can learn, develop, and advance professionally. We seek to work with people who identify with our values, and who are invested in growing – together.