Full-Time

Enterprise Sales Director

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Openlane

Openlane

51-200 employees

Online marketplace for wholesale vehicle transactions

Automotive & Transportation

Compensation Overview

$100k - $120kAnnually

Senior, Expert

Remote in USA

Candidates should reside near a major airport in the MST/PST time zones.

Category
Strategic Account Management
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
Sales

You match the following Openlane's candidate preferences

Employers are more likely to interview you if you match these preferences:

Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • 5-10 years of experience in the automotive industry.
  • Proven track record of delivering positive sales results and increasing market share.
  • Exceptional relationship-building skills and ability to craft persuasive pitch decks.
  • Willingness to Travel: Ability to travel within the US 70-80% of the time visiting Dealer Groups.
Responsibilities
  • Spearhead multi-rooftop business acquisitions, maintaining a high level of dealer satisfaction.
  • Identify and create new business opportunities to expand product and service offerings.
  • Develop persuasive pitch materials, meeting with dealers to advocate and review our offerings.
  • Execute go-to-market strategies, leveraging relationships within Major Dealer Groups to increase wallet share.
  • Address critical customer issues and implement new solutions.
Desired Qualifications
  • Extensive experience working with or within Major Dealer Groups is preferred.
  • Experience in creating and executing strategies to deliver added value and satisfaction to customers.
  • Knowledge of utilizing company assets and data analytics to solve complex business challenges.

Openlane operates an online marketplace specifically designed for car dealers in the wholesale automotive market. The platform allows dealers to buy and sell vehicles in bulk, providing access to a wide inventory that includes dealer trades, commercial vehicles, and off-lease exclusives. Openlane simplifies the buying process by offering detailed vehicle reports, which help dealers understand the condition and history of the vehicles they are purchasing, thereby reducing risk and guesswork. Unlike many competitors, Openlane focuses on transparency and ease of use, ensuring that dealers can make informed decisions. The company generates revenue through transaction fees for listings, sales facilitation, and additional services like vehicle inspections. The goal of Openlane is to enhance the efficiency and profitability of car dealers by providing them with a comprehensive and user-friendly platform.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Redwood City, California

Founded

1997

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • AI-driven tools like Code Boost IQ improve vehicle assessment accuracy and speed.
  • Migration to AWS cloud services enhances scalability and operational efficiency.
  • Recent investments indicate strong market confidence in Openlane's growth potential.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from other online marketplaces could erode Openlane's market share.
  • Reliance on AWS cloud services poses risks of outages or security breaches.
  • Shift towards electric vehicles may challenge Openlane's current inventory offerings.

What makes Openlane unique

  • Openlane offers a comprehensive online marketplace for wholesale automotive transactions.
  • Code Boost IQ enhances vehicle inspections with AI-driven OBD2 intelligence.
  • Automated Absolute Sale tool streamlines pricing and sales for US dealers.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation

Parental Leave

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Mental Health Support

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Development Budget