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Outside Account Executive Automotive

USA Today Co


Job Location:

Chicago, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 65000 - 70000
Posted: 20 May 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 17 August 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy
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Job Summary

Account Executive AutomotiveTerritory-Based Field Sales LocaliQ USA TODAYHelp Automotive Dealers Grow. Build Relationships. Drive LocaliQpart of USA Today we help automotive dealers win in any market through smart data-driven marketing looking for a relationship-driven Account Executive to join our Automotive teamsomeone who thrives in the field loves building client partnerships and knows how to turn insights into is a dealer-facing territory-based role where success comes from being in front of customers understanding their business and delivering solutions that make an Youll DoBuild and grow relationships with automotive dealerships in your territoryDrive new business while expanding and retaining existing accountsMeet with dealer decision-makers face-to-face to uncover opportunities and solve challengesCreate strategic marketing solutions tailored to each clients goalsManage your pipeline and opportunities through SalesforcePartner with internal teams to deliver strong campaign results and long-term client successWhat Makes This Role DifferentThis is not an inside sales spend the majority of your time in the field visiting dealerships building trust and becoming a true business partner to your you prefer selling behind a screenthis isnt you love face-to-face selling and owning your territorythis is for You Bring35 years of sales experience (automotive experience strongly preferred)Strong consultative selling and relationship-building skillsDigital marketing/media sales experience is a plusHighly organized self-motivated and comfortable working independently in the fieldProven ability to drive growth retain business and exceed goalsWhat We OfferCompensation$65000-$70000 uncapped commissionOTE: $95KTop performers earn $140KBenefits & PerksMedical dental and vision coverage401(k)Paid time offTuition reimbursementCareer growth opportunitiesPresidents Club and performance recognitionReady to own your territory and help automotive clients grow Apply is much closer to what candidates actually engage salary for this role will range between $65000 and $70000. Base compensation is reflective of many factors including but not limited to the market in which one lives/works individual education level skills certifications and experience. Note: variable compensation is not reflected in these figures and based on the role may be TODAY Co. Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. As such we will consider all qualified applicants for employment and do not discriminate in connection with employment decisions on the basis of an applicant or employees race color national origin ethnicity ancestry citizenship status sex gender gender identity gender expression religion age marital status personal appearance (including height and weight) sexual orientation family responsibilities physical or mental disability medical condition pregnancy status (including childbirth breastfeeding or related medical conditions) education genetic characteristics or information political affiliation military or veteran status or other classifications protected by applicable federal state and local laws in the jurisdictions where USA TODAY Co. employs addition USA TODAY Co. Inc. will provide applicants who require a reasonable accommodation as a result of an applicants disability or religion to complete this employment application and/or any other process in connection with an individuals application for employment with USA TODAY Co. Inc. Applicants who require such accommodation should contact USA TODAY Co. Inc.s Recruitment Department Applicants must be authorized to work in the applicable location. Applications from outside these regions will be removed from our system after submission.

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