What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automotive Finance Manager position at Stivers Ford Lincoln?
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AUTOMOTIVE FINANCE MANAGER
Are you an Experienced Automotive Finance Manager? Looking for a new opportunity with an aggressive pay plan and a demo? Stivers Ford Lincoln, Iowa’s #1 Ford and Lincoln dealership has an immediate opening for a Finance Manager. Family owned and locally operated for 45 years, Stivers Ford Lincoln is committed to delivering exceptional customer service and top-notch automotive solutions. Our commitment to our team members and overall excellence has earned us a strong reputation in the automotive industry.
Summary: The Finance Manager works closely with dealership staff to facilitate the sale of finance and insurance programs to customers to overall enhance the overall experience.
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate the sale of finance and insurance programs to customers
- Work closely with lenders and financial institutions to provide essential financial services to dealership customers
- Engage with customers to sell financing and insurance products
- Achieves financial services goals and gross production targets
- Reviews customer credit applications to assess eligibility
- Extended Service Contracts: Offer extended service contracts and other owner protection programs
- Utilize effective menu selling techniques
- Ensure all necessary documentation for each deal is complete using a deal checklist
- Maintain high Customer Satisfaction scores
- Work closely with the sales team
- Ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations related to financial services and products
- Support the dealership’s initiatives in these areas
- Ensure all activities align with organizational guidelines and legal requirements
- Oversee the completion and submission of financing documents
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
Qualifications:
- Proven experience in automotive finance management required
- Strong understanding of credit analysis, loan processing, and financial services.
- Proficiency in using financial software tools for reporting and analysis.
- Excellent customer service skills with the ability to build rapport with clients.
- Strong negotiation skills to effectively communicate financing options to customers.
- Basic math skills necessary for accurate calculations and assessments.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment while also being self-motivated.
- Valid Drivers License Required
Education and Certifications:
- Experience as an auto finance manager required
- High School diploma
- Background in business, mathematics, marketing, and computers is useful
Compensation & Benefits:
- Aggressive compensation plan (near limitless) 150k
- Demo vehicle upon hire
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement savings plan
- Employee discounts on automotive vehicles and services
- Excellent opportunities for career advancement
- Relocation expenses where applicable
TO APPLY: If you are a self-motivated and experienced Automotive Finance Manager looking to join a reputable, locally owned dealership with a commitment to excellence; we invite you to apply. Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and achievements to Erica Heck, Recruitment Consultant eheck@stiversfordia.com.
Ed Stivers Ford Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
