Full-Time

Dealer Sales Manager

Updated on 9/5/2026

Exeter Finance

Exeter Finance

1,001-5,000 employees

Subprime auto loan origination and servicing

Compensation Overview

$71.1k - $95.5k/yr

Miami, FL, USA

In Person

Must live in the market; territory extends from South Fort Lauderdale through Miami-Dade County to Homestead.

Bachelor's

Category
Sales & Account Management (1)
Required Skills
Microsoft Office
Sales
Word/Pages/Docs
Customer Service
Data Analysis
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides

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Requirements
  • Fluency in both spoken and written English and Spanish is required.
  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required; a degree is preferred.
  • At least 5 years of experience in auto finance operations.
  • At least 3 years of successful sales experience; auto experience is preferred.
  • Ability to analyze data, draw valid conclusions, and suggest effective solutions using critical thinking and sound judgment.
  • Verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly to diverse audiences and respond effectively.
  • Commitment to providing excellent customer service, including the ability to remain calm and courteous in challenging situations.
  • Interpersonal skills to build effective relationships and influence outcomes.
  • Ability to travel regularly to meet with dealers and attend events while maintaining a professional appearance.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
  • A current valid driver's license with no major incidents on the driving record in the past 5 years.
Responsibilities
  • Conduct regular dealer visits to enhance engagement, ensure compliance, and deliver product and strategic performance insights.
  • Analyze and interpret dealer performance data and market trends to identify growth opportunities, inform decision-making, and drive continuous improvement.
  • Provide detailed insights and recommendations to leadership.
  • Provide in-depth training and coaching to dealership teams to enhance product knowledge and improve sales techniques.
  • Collaborate with marketing, credit, and funding teams to execute promotional programs, resolve complex dealer issues, and deliver solutions addressing dealer needs.
  • Lead recruitment of new dealers by developing recommendations and leading onboarding efforts.
  • Mentor junior sales team members and lead new-hire training.
  • Represent the company at dealer events, conferences, and industry meetings to strengthen brand presence and partnerships.
Desired Qualifications
  • A degree is preferred.
  • Auto experience is preferred.

Exeter Finance provides subprime auto financing through a nationwide network of franchised and independent dealers, and it does not lend directly to consumers. It underwrites, purchases, services, and securitizes the retail installment contracts originated by its dealer partners, using a centralized, technology-driven platform for underwriting, risk management, and loan servicing; customers can manage their accounts online 24/7. The company differentiates itself through its scale in the subprime segment, extensive dealer relationships, and backing from private equity firms Blackstone and Warburg Pincus that support its growth and credit facilities. Its goal is to offer reliable funding and servicing for subprime auto loans, helping buyers who don’t qualify for prime lending while building a large, securitized loan portfolio and dealer ecosystem.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Irving, Texas

Founded

2006

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Pagaya's December 2023 integration expands originations without adding Exeter's incremental credit risk.
  • Revelio shows Exeter headcount reached 1,904 in March 2026, despite industry volatility.
  • Warburg's reported $2.5 billion-plus sale interest validates Exeter's portfolio scale and cash generation.

What critics are saying

  • Desty v. Exeter Finance and 2026 hidden-fee claims attack payment and repossession practices.
  • Warburg Pincus began a March 2026 sale process, signaling limited strategic visibility.
  • A regulatory finding on fees or repossession could choke securitizations and destroy dealer trust.

What makes Exeter Finance unique

  • Exeter Finance underwrites, services, and securitizes subprime auto contracts from 13,000 dealers.
  • Pagaya partnership added AI credit decisioning and real-time funding across Exeter's dealer network.
  • Warburg-backed centralized underwriting gives Exeter faster approvals than branch-heavy auto lenders.

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Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Hybrid Work Options

Remote Work Options

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

14%

1 year growth

14%

2 year growth

14%
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