Director of Sales New Business (Automotive SoftwareSaas)
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Job Location:
Boston, NH - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 145000 - 155000
Posted on:
17 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Remote/Field: Territory Includes Eastern PA NJ NY DC MD VA New England and Southeast to the Carolinas. Must live in territory to be considered.
About Us
CDK Global is a leading provider of cloud-based software to dealerships and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) across automotive and related industries. The Companys cloud-based software as a service (SaaS) platform enables dealerships to manage their end-to-end business operations including the acquisition sale financing insuring repair and maintenance of vehicles. By automating and streamlining critical workflows the integrated platform of modern solutions enables dealers to sell and service more vehicles by creating simple and convenient experiences for customers and improves their financial and operational performance.
Position Summary
We have anopeningfor a Director of Sales (DOS) New Business. This individual will lead a sales team to achieving the budgeted sales quota for the year. Also this individual will directly supervise a team of 5 Account Development Executives.
Other objectives of the Director of Sales: monitor performance achieve financial goals develop motivate and counsel staff foster a collaborative environment provide feedback information about market conditions and plan sales strategy per quarter to achieve fiscal year goals. Also this DOS will be accountable for working with current and competitive accounts hiring and building a successful sales team and directing/managing staff performance. Lastly this Director will handle customer issues and satisfaction and assist in driving efforts to increase client retention.
QUALIFICATIONS
4 year college degree or equivalent experience
Minimum 6-8 years of related experience in leading a quota-exceeding outside b2b sales hunters
Demonstrated track record of success in a solutions selling environment
7-9 months of job related formal Sales training
1-3 years of outside B2B sales/including new business development
Experience in automotive industry required
SKILLS
Excellent planning project management analytical and facilitation skills
Demonstrated ability to lead and work within a multi-functional team environment with a strong track record of delivering measurable results
Excellent verbal/written communication skills including the ability to make effective presentations to a variety of senior level audiences
Demonstrated ability to make meaningful recommendations to senior management regarding the strategic direction of the sales organization including the ability to make tough recommendations
Superior analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and technology applications
Excellent work ethic with ability to succeed in a competitive high-performance work environment
Be a self-starter able to work independently and collaboratively
Knowledge of automotive - technology and digital solutions preferred
Ability to travel approximately 75% is required
Quota at 100% or more every year
EXPECTATIONS
Utilize Sales Automation tools to define market penetration. Identify and target Competitive Prospects and Plan Strategy to increase the DMS Market share and Strategic DMS Agnostic products.
Execute sales strategy to systematically and consistently engage in sales processes in these identified accounts and bring sales processes to successful closure. Successful closure will include the sale of CDK DMS and the displacement of the competitive DMS as well as the displacement of as many competitive ancillary products and services a CDK Solution can displace. Minimally achieve your annual assigned QC Sales Plan.
Utilize all resources at your disposal with particular emphasis on the inclusion of all Channel partners. Utilize and the sales automation tools to effectively manage a robust pipeline and provide accurate weekly forecasting to your Director of Sales. Understand your competition and aggressively and proactively attack their base. Communicate daily with channel partners and Director and participate in all team meetings and conference calls.
Salary $145000 - $155000 Uncapped Commissions
CDK Global is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Compensation packages are based on several factors including but not limited to skills experience certifications and work location. The total compensation package for this position may also include annual performance bonus benefits and/or other applicable incentive compensation offer Medical dental and vision benefits in addition to:
Paid Time Off (PTO)
401K Matching Program
Tuition Reimbursement
At CDK we believe inclusion and diversity are essential in inspiring meaningful connections to our people customers and communities. We are open curious and encourage different views so that everyone can be their best selves and make an impact.
CDK is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive workforce where everyone is valued. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color creed ancestry national origin gender sexual orientation gender identity gender expression marital status creed or religion age disability (including pregnancy) results of genetic testing service in the military veteran status or any other category protected by law.
Applicants for employment in the US must be authorized to work in the US. CDK may offer employer visa sponsorship to applicants.
Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Crisis Management
- Marketing
- Public Relations
- Fundraising
- Media Relations
- Constant Contact
- Strategic Planning
- Social Media Management
- Team Management
- Public Speaking
- Wordpress
- Writing Skills
About Company
Trusted by nearly 15,000 dealer locations, CDK Global connects you to world-class dealership software solutions that work together to help you reach your potential.
