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The Regional Sales Director (RSD) is responsible for cultivating working and executing on a sales pipeline with the ultimate results of year over year new business partnerships. The sole role of the RSD is to bring new business to Protective in the Illinois Wisconsin Minnesota & Missouri Territories.
***This position will be titled Sr Associate Account Management within the organization.***
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Cold call and follow-up relentlessly
Utilize CRM to actively track and analyze sales leads and customer interactions to enhance business relationships with customers and drive sales growth
Identify and implement creative solutions to sign new business.
Schedule and organize the implementation of new partnerships
Attend industry events to network and foster referral partnerships
Build and enhance relationships with key dealership personnel
Establish and maintain ongoing communication with current accounts to work for referrals and introductions.
Maintain industry knowledge surrounding trends and company initiatives
Assist & contribute to the evaluation of competitive programs and products and provide management with updated essential information to develop strategy and negation tactics as needed.
Gather and share competitive information with Protective APD.
COMMUNICATIONS:
This position is in continuous contact with potential clients and internal associates. As an ambassador of our company and brand this position requires initiative to develop and maintain positive interactions and strong organizational presentation and communication skills.
COMMUNICATIONS:
This position is in continuous contact with potential clients and internal associates. As an ambassador of our company and brand this position requires initiative to develop and maintain positive interactions and strong organizational presentation and communication skills.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelors degree preferred high school diploma or GED required.
Business to business sales experience of 2 years in the automotive industry is required.
Dealership F&I experience preferred and / or experience calling on dealership owners and CFOs.
Strong focus on customer service which includes excellent listening skills verbal and written communication skills as well as interpersonal skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office (in particular Excel and PowerPoint)
Possess an organized approach to problem-solving
Must have a vehicle and a valid drivers license with a good driving record.
Must be able to travel 50-75% of the time by air or car (varies by territory)
Legally able to work in the United States and its territories
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$85000 - $85000 a year
Protectives targeted compensation for this position is $85k. Actual salaries may vary depending on factors including but not limited to job location skills and experience. The range listed is just one component of Protectives total compensation package for employees.
This position also includes cash compensation as part of a sales incentive plan (SIP).
Employee Benefits:
We aim to protect the wellbeing of our employees and their families with a broad benefits addition to offering comprehensive health dental and vision insurance we support emotional wellbeing through mental health benefits and an employee assistance balance is important and Protective offers a variety of paid time away benefits (e.g. paid time off paid parental leave short-term disability and a cultural observance day).The financial health of our employees is just as important as physical and emotional health. Some of the financial wellbeing benefits include contributions to healthcare accounts a pension plan and a 401(k) plan with Company matching. All employees are encouraged to protect their overall wellbeing by engaging in ProHealth Rewards Protectives platform to improve wellbeing while earning cash rewards.
Eligibility for certain benefits may vary by position in accordance with the terms of the Companys benefit plans.
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