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Full-Time

Sr. Manager

Design Services

Posted on 9/13/2024

Cars Commerce

Cars Commerce

1,001-5,000 employees

Online marketplace for buying and selling cars

Data & Analytics
Automotive & Transportation

Compensation Overview

$115.3k - $144.2kAnnually

+ Bonus + Benefits

Senior

Remote in USA

Category
Graphic & Motion Design
Product & UX/UI Design
UI/UX & Design
Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree Preferred
  • Minimum eight years of experience in a creative, digital marketing capacity
  • Minimum of three years of people management experience, including leading large multi-discipline teams and managing Managers
  • Proficiency in Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, Adobe CC
  • Demonstrable process improvement and performance management experience
Responsibilities
  • Regularly audit standard operational processes and guidelines, including quotas, timelines, and internal project details, to ensure delivery and manage employee performance and accountability
  • Create, analyze, and Identify areas of opportunities for production and workflows while understanding and sustaining key performance metrics.
  • Exhibits exceptional analytical acumen, adept at dissecting complex problems, and formulating data-driven insights to drive informed decision-making and strategic planning
  • People management, including mentoring, performance reviews, hiring, improvement plans, promotions, terminations, etc
  • Communicate and support our company and departmental goals and values.
  • Facilitate employee growth and development through weekly team meetings, regular individual employee meetings, coaching, training, and other learning opportunities
  • Collaborate and strategize across the marketing and product teams to manage workflows and timelines to ensure the timely delivery of design solutions that meet quality and production requirements.
  • Handle cross-departmental process challenges, showcasing a leadership style that fosters seamless collaboration and drives innovative solutions
  • Execute and implement compelling automotive-driven design while managing and maintaining the brand voice of all internal products, our retailers, and OEM partners

Cars Commerce operates as a digital marketplace in the automotive industry, connecting consumers who want to buy or sell cars with automotive businesses like dealerships and manufacturers. The platform provides consumers with essential information about cars, including product details, pricing, and seller locations, helping them make informed purchasing decisions. For automotive businesses, Cars Commerce offers insights and data on market trends and consumer behavior, which can enhance their sales strategies. The company generates revenue through advertising and subscription fees from these businesses for services like listings and access to consumer analytics. By utilizing technology and data, Cars Commerce aims to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the car buying and selling process for both consumers and businesses.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Chicago, Illinois

Founded

1998

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Cars.com's top ranking as the best place to sell cars online highlights its strong market position and consumer trust.
  • The introduction of a 'one-stop hub' for tracking vehicle value demonstrates Cars.com's commitment to continuous innovation and added consumer value.
  • The company's comprehensive Affordability Report provides valuable insights for cost-conscious car shoppers, potentially increasing user engagement and platform loyalty.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive nature of the online automotive marketplace requires Cars.com to continuously innovate to maintain its market position.
  • Dependence on advertising and subscription fees from automotive businesses could be vulnerable to economic downturns affecting the auto industry.

What makes Cars Commerce unique

  • Cars.com operates as a two-sided digital marketplace, uniquely serving both consumers and automotive businesses, unlike many competitors who focus on just one side of the market.
  • The platform's comprehensive data analytics and market insights provide automotive businesses with valuable information to drive sales and understand consumer behavior, setting it apart from simpler listing services.
  • Cars.com's focus on consumer empowerment through detailed product information, pricing, and seller transparency enhances the car buying experience, making it more informed and efficient.

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