National Sales Executive @ CarGurus

Who we are

At CarGurus (NASDAQ: CARG), our mission is to give people the power to reach their destination. We started as a small team of developers determined to bring trust and transparency to car shopping. Since then, our history of innovation and go-to-market acceleration has driven industry-leading growth. In fact, we’re the largest and fastest-growing automotive marketplace, and we’ve been profitable for over 15 years.

What we do

The market is evolving, and we are too, moving the entire automotive journey online and guiding our customers through every step. That includes everything from the sale of an old car to the financing, purchase, and delivery of a new one. Today, tens of millions of consumers visit CarGurus.com each month, and ~30,000 dealerships use our products. But they’re not the only ones who love CarGurus—our employees do, too. We have a people-first culture that fosters kindness, collaboration, and innovation, and empowers our Gurus with tools to fuel their career growth. Disrupting a trillion-dollar industry requires fresh and diverse perspectives. Come join us for the ride!

Role Overview

CarGurus is seeking an experienced sales professional to join our National Accounts sales team. The National Sales Executive is an individual contributor, responsible for managing the overall relationship with some of our largest and most strategic customers. This individual will be responsible for reviewing current performance reports, upselling new offerings, renewing existing programs, and identifying additional business opportunities within these complex entities. The candidate must exhibit excellent written and verbal communication skills, be able to work both independently and collaboratively with other team members in a remote environment, and have a strong on-site customer presentation presence.

The National Sales Executive will seek to build and expand relationships with National Account corporate entities and both regional and store management. The primary responsibility will be to represent CarGurus in an assigned set of national accounts, expand CarGurus paying customer base within that assigned group, review on-line business practices, and consult with corporate and dealership management staff. This individual will work closely with the entire National Accounts team as well as cross-functionally with our product and advertising teams to develop and refine necessary product offerings.

What you’ll do

Achieve quarterly and annual quota targets while developing and growing assigned book of business
Create and manage relationships with assigned National Accounts by demonstrating value as a digital marketing strategy consultant
Ensure customer satisfaction by responding quickly and accurately to dealer concerns and needs and following through on prompt resolution
Provide in-depth analyses and reports regarding activities and dealership progress in conjunction with your Account Manager monthly, as well as through quarterly client reviews
Provide written and verbal feedback to the product and operational teams on new product ideas and/or suggested modifications to existing products
Collaborate internally with various operational teammates to maximize client retention and relationship growth efforts

What you’ll bring

5+ years of direct business-to-business sales experience
Technology/Automotive/Digital Marketing sales experience preferred
Willingness and ability to travel when needed to target account dealerships
Strong business consulting, analysis and reporting skills
Ability to work independently from a remote/home office
Driven individual with a high level of professionalism and problem-solving skills
Highest ethical standards
Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal. Must be able to communicate clearly and efficiently
Sales Forecasting skills and performance expectation management a must

The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and in addition to benefits this role may be eligible for discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.

US base salary range

$85,000—$115,000 USD

Working at CarGurus

We reward our Gurus’ curiosity and passion with best-in-class benefits and compensation, including equity for all employees, both when they start and as they continue to grow with us. Our career development and corporate giving programs, as well as our employee resource groups (ERGs) and communities, help people build connections while making an impact in personally meaningful ways. A flexible hybrid model and robust time off policies encourage work-life balance and individual well-being. Thoughtful perks like daily free lunch, a new car discount, meditation and fitness apps, commuting cost coverage, and more help our people create space for what matters most in their personal and professional lives.

We welcome all

CarGurus strives to be a place to which people can bring the ultimate expression of themselves and their potential—starting with our hiring process. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation. We foster an inclusive environment that values people for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. That’s why we hope you’ll apply even if you don’t check every box listed in the job description. We also encourage you to tell your recruiter if you require accommodations to participate in our hiring process due to a disability so we can provide the appropriate support. We want to know what only you can bring to CarGurus. #LI-Hybrid

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