California, United States
Onsite
The Automotive Account Specialist will be responsible for planning, organizing, and conducting activities associated with achieving performance standards for our clients in the automotive sector. will be responsible for planning, organizing, and conducting activities associated with achieving performance standards for our clients in the automotive sector.
What will be my duties and responsibilities in this job?
Perform all functions of an F&I Manager consistent with good business practices
Achieve performance standards set by the company, or as determined by leadership
Isolate and resolve discrepancies in client performance and process determined to be detrimental to the solicitation, sale and desired profit margins related to Assurant Dealer Services products
Organize, plan and conduct meetings with clients as required, promoting communication and fostering a positive business relationship
Facilitate training as required to ensure understanding of Assurant Dealer Services, products, policies and procedures with appropriate dealership personnel
Identify new opportunities for applicable Assurant Dealer Services products currently not offered by existing clients
Complete all reports for Home Office in a Timely Manner, including 2-day kickoff worksheets, Trip Reports and Post Assignment Evaluations
Complete and submit expenses during business travel (if applicable) and/or submit business expense receipts into the expense portal to the Home Office on a timely basis
Coordinate and Book all Airline Reservations, Hotel Reservations and Car Rental Reservations thru our Corporate Travel Department, in accordance with corporate guidelines, and complete in a consistent, timely manner
Complete any items as requested by Program Administrator, Director of Training and any other company employees
Manage expenses incurred within the then current Assurant Dealer Services expense guidelines
What are the requirements needed for this position?
A minimum of 3 years retail automotive dealership experience, specifically F&I
Extensive knowledge of retail automobile dealership operation
Current state licensing required for assigned territory or the ability to obtain licensing after training
What other skills/experience would be helpful to have?
Bachelor's Degree
Proven retail sales experience in the automotive industry a plus
At least two years of experience in the field of sales, management, and customer relations required
Strong sales skills
Excellent presentation and communication skills
Problem-solving and customer service skills
Computer skills - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access required
Must be a team player as well as able to work independently
Complete and graduate from our 1-week FSM Training Class
What are the working conditions and physical requirements of this job?
This position requires extensive travel to client sites
Candidates must be open to relocation for advancement opportunities
How much should I expect to travel?
80% nationwide travel
Salary:
$108,000
Pay Range:
$0.00 - $0.00Any posted pay range considers a wide range of compensation factors, including candidate background, experience and work location, while also allowing for salary growth within the position.
If there is no posting end date listed then this is a pipeline requisition, and we will continue to collect applications on an ongoing basis.
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Company Overview
Assurant is a leading global business services company that supports, protects, and connects major consumer purchases. A Fortune 500 company with a presence in 21 countries, Assurant supports the advancement of the connected world by partnering with the world’s leading brands to develop innovative solutions and deliver an enhanced customer experience through mobile device solutions, extended service contracts, vehicle protection services, renters insurance, lender-placed insurance products, and other specialty products.
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