Business Consultant - Car Dealer
U.S. AutoForce
Sacramento, CA
Information Technology, Consulting, Sales / Marketing
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.
The territory for this role includes Los Angeles County, Orange County, & San Bernadino County.
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
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)
DIVISION:
U.S. AutoForce
U.S. Venture will not offer sponsorship for employment status (including, but not limited to, H-1B, TN, E-3, F1, CPT, OPT, STEM OPT, visa status and other employment‑based nonimmigrant visas) for this position. Accordingly, all applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis and must not require U.S. Venture’s sponsorship to continue to work legally in the United States. In general, U.S. Venture does not sponsor candidates for nonimmigrant visas or permanent residency except when there is a specific 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, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We 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.
About the company
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U.S. AutoForce brings together 70+ years of experience as an industry leader in the distribution of automotive tires, tire accessories, and lubricants. With comprehensive product offerings, expanded capabilities, and combined distribution, U.S. AutoForce is the preferred wholesale tire, tire accessory, and lubricant distributor in the automotive industry.
We deliver best-in-class customer service, extensive inventories, strategically-placed distribution centers, and value-added marketing and technology platforms to help drive sales and grow tire and automotive parts categories for independent tire retailers, car dealerships and service centers.
Ordering from us is fast and easy and we offer over 20 of the leading brands you trust—including Goodyear, Michelin, Bridgestone, Continental, and Cooper. Our warranty is one of the best in the industry and our customer service is top-notch. U.S. AutoForce actively supports all of our manufacturers’ associate dealer programs and we offer comprehensive marketing programs to help promote your business. We continue to invest in expanded leading edge digital technology, and our business consultants lead the industry with their extensive experience combined with superior product and technical training.
We offer customized solutions to best meet your business needs, and since we do not sell to consumers, we are your true partner—NOT your competitor. On-site training, business evaluation, and promotional programs for our dealer customers are all available. Our expertise lets your business shine, and nothing makes us happier than seeing your business GROW!
U.S. AutoForce is Your Power to WIN!