How will you drive value within the organization as a Regional Sales Director?

• Establish key business initiatives with measurable goals and milestones that support the overall region and company strategy
• Make new dealer visits or cold calls and take inbound calls from dealerships to build relationships and capture business
• Recruit and train new Area Sales Managers
• Introduce new and acquired businesses to company procedures and appropriate personnel for related services
• Establish goals for Area Sales Managers; provide coaching and support towards goal obtainment and hold him/her accountable for results
• Communicate expectations and hold Area Sales Managers accountable for meeting financial goals and performance metrics – all while maintaining a high level of morale
• Perform these same functions with GLS Agency partners in terms of coaching, servicing and support
• Maintain electronic records and files
• Foster a collaborative culture that facilitates the achievement of business plan objectives by working closely with other associates and members of management
• Participate in special projects as needed
• Perform additional assignments as required by the needs of the company or as directed by management

What should you already know to be successful as a Regional Sales Director?

• Minimum of bachelor’s degree required
• Three (3) years’ experience in auto finance, preferably in sub-prime auto financing preferred
• Five (5) years’ sales experience within the auto industry preferred
• Knowledge of the assigned territory market with existing customer relationships preferred
• Intrinsically motivated with demonstrated ability to take initiative
• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills
• Proficient computer skills with working knowledge of internet and standard business applications such as Microsoft Office; ability to quickly learn new computer applications as required
• Demonstrated ability to motivate and lead a team
• Excellent organizational skills with high attention to detail and demonstrated ability to effectively set and manage multiple conflicting priorities

Employment Requirements:

• Must be able to pass a criminal background check
• Must possess a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
• Talk and hear to exchange accurate information
• Have close visual acuity to perform activities such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading
• This is an exempt level position whereby business need will dictate the exact work schedule which should be expected to vary at times
• Must have the ability to operate from a home office
• This position does require extensive travel both in a vehicle and by air; travel is to be expected 75% of the time, with overnight travel and extended hours