What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automotive Business Consultant - Pittsburgh | U.S. AutoForce position at US Venture?
DIVISION : U.S. AutoForce POSITION SUMMARY Develop sales territory to meet and exceed profitability goals as defined by the strategic plan, annual sales budget, and desired levels of market penetration for overall volume, margin, and product line within our car dealership customer base!
The territory will include Erie, PA, to the Indiana border, down to Clarksburg/Bridgeport, PA, and West to the Ohio border
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Achieve successful outcomes through application of a consultative sales process, relationship based, providing solutions to business problems
Determine customer requirements for new products and services, and introduce new products to on-going accounts
Develop additional and new profitable business in specified markets, territories, and/or customer segments through inbound or outbound telephone calls to customers
Process accepted orders, maintain accurate daily records, and provide necessary follow-up
Maintain an in-depth knowledge of company products and outstanding levels of customer service
Keep customer current with updated pricing information, promotional and marketing
Maintain accurate and up-to-date files relating to customer contact, details, and promotional activities
Drive to customer locations to sell products & services, establish relationships and solve problems
Maintain outstanding levels of customer service and continued rapport with current and potential customers for future growth opportunities
Able to think and react quickly under pressure with knowledgeable response
Develops and maintains an understanding of customers, competitors, partners, business models, market sizing, and industry trends.
Conducts data analyses to key accounts/prospects measuring actual track purchases to goals
Utilize sales technology/CRM/reporting to capture sales activity, trends, and changes in each market
Live our values of High Performance, Caring Relationships, Strategic Foresight, and Entrepreneurial Spirit
Find A Better Way by championing continuous improvement and quality control efforts to identify opportunities to innovate and improve efficiency, accuracy, and standardization
Continuously learn and develop self professionally
Support corporate efforts for safety, government compliance, and all other company policies & procedures
Look for sales opportunities that may apply to one of our other divisions, and pass on accordingly
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
Bachelors in Finance, Business, Economics, or other related, or equivalent experience
5 or more years’ experience in business management, operations and/or sales
Exceptional interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to cultivate business relationships, familiarity with sales methodology and application
Financial acumen sufficient to develop and monitor budgets
Strong communication skills
Comfortable using the latest technologies, Microsoft Office Applications, especially Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
Strong understanding of customer issues and ability to articulate value propositions internally and externally; experienced in collaboration across functional groups, industries to address complex problem solving and account efforts
Good decision maker who is well organized, can prioritize and plan ahead
Exceptionally self-motivated and self-directed to deliver project execution and results
Demonstrated customer and problem-solving skills
Ethical and trustworthy
Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
Capacity to assume more significant responsibilities over time.
Ability to travel as required (occasional overnights)
Successfully pass a pre-employment drug test (do not test for THC / marijuana)
U.S. Venture requires that a team member have and maintain authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In general, U.S. Venture does not sponsor candidates for nonimmigrant visas or permanent residency unless based on business need.
U.S. Venture will not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of an executed recruitment Master Service Agreement, there will be no obligation to any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without an agreement, U.S. Venture shall reserve the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, shall be deemed the property of U.S. Venture.
U.S. Venture is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected characteristic. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may call Human Resources at (920) 739-6101 .
The territory will include Erie, PA, to the Indiana border, down to Clarksburg/Bridgeport, PA, and West to the Ohio border
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Achieve successful outcomes through application of a consultative sales process, relationship based, providing solutions to business problems
Determine customer requirements for new products and services, and introduce new products to on-going accounts
Develop additional and new profitable business in specified markets, territories, and/or customer segments through inbound or outbound telephone calls to customers
Process accepted orders, maintain accurate daily records, and provide necessary follow-up
Maintain an in-depth knowledge of company products and outstanding levels of customer service
Keep customer current with updated pricing information, promotional and marketing
Maintain accurate and up-to-date files relating to customer contact, details, and promotional activities
Drive to customer locations to sell products & services, establish relationships and solve problems
Maintain outstanding levels of customer service and continued rapport with current and potential customers for future growth opportunities
Able to think and react quickly under pressure with knowledgeable response
Develops and maintains an understanding of customers, competitors, partners, business models, market sizing, and industry trends.
Conducts data analyses to key accounts/prospects measuring actual track purchases to goals
Utilize sales technology/CRM/reporting to capture sales activity, trends, and changes in each market
Live our values of High Performance, Caring Relationships, Strategic Foresight, and Entrepreneurial Spirit
Find A Better Way by championing continuous improvement and quality control efforts to identify opportunities to innovate and improve efficiency, accuracy, and standardization
Continuously learn and develop self professionally
Support corporate efforts for safety, government compliance, and all other company policies & procedures
Look for sales opportunities that may apply to one of our other divisions, and pass on accordingly
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
Bachelors in Finance, Business, Economics, or other related, or equivalent experience
5 or more years’ experience in business management, operations and/or sales
Exceptional interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to cultivate business relationships, familiarity with sales methodology and application
Financial acumen sufficient to develop and monitor budgets
Strong communication skills
Comfortable using the latest technologies, Microsoft Office Applications, especially Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
Strong understanding of customer issues and ability to articulate value propositions internally and externally; experienced in collaboration across functional groups, industries to address complex problem solving and account efforts
Good decision maker who is well organized, can prioritize and plan ahead
Exceptionally self-motivated and self-directed to deliver project execution and results
Demonstrated customer and problem-solving skills
Ethical and trustworthy
Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
Capacity to assume more significant responsibilities over time.
Ability to travel as required (occasional overnights)
Successfully pass a pre-employment drug test (do not test for THC / marijuana)
U.S. Venture requires that a team member have and maintain authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In general, U.S. Venture does not sponsor candidates for nonimmigrant visas or permanent residency unless based on business need.
U.S. Venture will not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of an executed recruitment Master Service Agreement, there will be no obligation to any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without an agreement, U.S. Venture shall reserve the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, shall be deemed the property of U.S. Venture.
U.S. Venture is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected characteristic. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may call Human Resources at (920) 739-6101 .
