Account Executive: AutoNation, Inc.
| Job ID | 60231 |
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| Company Name | AutoNation, Inc. |
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| Job Category | Sales; Transportation/Logistics |
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| Location | Fort Lauderdale, FL |
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| Position Type | Full-Time, Employee |
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| Experience | Unspecified |
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| Date Posted | July 9, 2009 (Reposted Dec 25) |
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 | | | | | We're AutoNation. America's largest auto retailer, representing 34 different brands, domestic, import and luxury, both on and off the web. We are driven to be the best, and we employ associates who share the same drive. Perhaps you're one of them. Whether you're looking for a fresh start, a new career, or maximizing your expertise in automotive retail, AutoNation puts you in control of your future. With over 250 dealerships in sixteen states, we offer virtually limitless growth and advancement possibilities. If you're self-motivated and looking for a challenging career in a fast-paced, fun environment, contact us today at www.autonationcareers.com to set up a personal interview and start the wheels in motion. | | |
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AutoNation, Inc. Location:
Fort Lauderdale, FL Status:
Full_Time Job Category:
Corporate-Sales | |  | | | Company:
AutoNation, Inc. Reference Code:
60231
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Account Executive Description:
The account executive is an inside sales position responsible for generating appointments and sales for the Regional Manager through cold calls, follow-up and contacting of qualified prospects to meet or exceed the goals of his or her assigned territories.
Job Responsibilities:
• Meeting established goals and benchmarks for appointments and closed sales
• Working with the outside sales team (assigned Regional Managers) to identify target markets and high value prospects within assigned regions
• Locating, researching and cold calling prospective and active dealerships, identifying the decision makers and scheduling appointments for Regional Managers
• Developing relationships with prospects to close new business over the phone
• Creating proposals and preparing pre-appointment packets to increase the likelihood of one-call-close appointments
• Providing customers with excellent customer service
• Maintaining accurate records in Sales Force
• Establishing and maintaining open communication and a positive working relationship with Regional Managers
• Sending out marketing materials
• Other duties as assigned
Required Experience:
Qualifications:
• Considerable B2B cold-calling sales experience
• Skilled in building rapport quickly over the phone
• Able to communicate clearly with all levels of associates; Internet Managers, GMs, and Sales Managers
• Excels in written and verbal communication, especially over the phone
• Flexible and able to adapt to constant change
• Ability to work with managers and team members to achieve goals
• Excellent follow-up with prospects, associates and managers
• Innovative
• High Energy
• Determined to find solutions
• Resolves issues easily either independently or with assistance
• Proficiency in MS Office and Internet Explorer usage
• Familiarity with Saleforce.com CRM a plus
Additional Comments:
Please apply at http://www.autonationcareers.com.
Requisition/Position 60231
Join AutoNation, ranked as one of America's Most Admired Companies for 4 consecutive years by Fortune Magazine, where your talent can make a difference. Become a part of an award winning team that offers growth opportunity, excellent earning potential and leadership that appreciates your drive, skills and ability. We are an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace.
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