Full-Time

Director – Major Accounts Service

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TrueCar

TrueCar

201-500 employees

Online platform for transparent car buying

Automotive & Transportation
Fintech

Compensation Overview

$195k - $225kAnnually

Senior, Expert

Remote in USA

Category
Strategic Account Management
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
Salesforce
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • Proven ability to grow and nurture lasting relationships with key clients and generate significant revenue growth.
  • Collaborative management style, empowering and inspiring teams to achieve exceptional results.
  • Strategic mindset with a knack for developing and implementing innovative account strategies.
  • Expertise in leveraging CRM tools like Salesforce to optimize client interactions.
  • Passionate about delivering exceptional client experiences and exceeding expectations.
  • Thrives in dynamic environments, adapting seamlessly to change and embracing challenges.
  • Results-oriented problem solver with a data-first approach to decision-making.
  • Ability to travel domestically by airplane or car including overnight trips over 85% of the time.
Responsibilities
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Service Leaders and Dealer Performance Managers.
  • Set performance goals, provide regular feedback, and conduct performance evaluations.
  • Foster a high-performance team culture with effective collaboration.
  • Build and maintain deep long-term relationships with key clients at the corporate and dealership level.
  • Act as a direct point of contact for complex Major Accounts, addressing their needs and resolving issues promptly.
  • Conduct regular business reviews with clients to ensure their goals are met and identify opportunities for further engagement.
  • Develop and implement account strategies in parallel with the Sales team to grow and retain strategic accounts.
  • Identify opportunities for upselling and cross-selling company products and services.
  • Create and execute account plans, setting clear objectives and milestones.
  • Track and analyze account performance using data and KPIs.
  • Prepare and present regular reports on account status, performance, and strategic initiatives to senior leadership.
  • Collaborate with sales, marketing, product development, operations, and other departments to align strategies and ensure a unified approach to account management.
  • Coordinate with the product and service teams to promptly address client needs and customize solutions.
  • Manage complex contract negotiations and renewals with major clients ensuring favorable contract terms meeting client and company expectations.
  • Stay informed about industry trends, market conditions, and competitive landscape and utilize this knowledge to advise clients and make strategic recommendations.

TrueCar simplifies the car-buying process by offering an online platform where consumers can easily compare prices and view specifications for new and used vehicles. The platform connects individual buyers with a network of certified dealerships, allowing for transparent pricing without the need for haggling. TrueCar generates revenue by charging dealers subscription fees to list their vehicles and earning commissions on sales made through its site. Additionally, it provides advertising services to automotive manufacturers. A recent feature includes a pre-qualification experience for financing, enhancing the shopping experience. The goal of TrueCar is to make car buying more transparent and less stressful for consumers.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$303.7M

Headquarters

Santa Monica, California

Founded

2005

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

-3%

2 year growth

-15%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • TrueCar+ capitalizes on the shift towards digital car-buying platforms.
  • Rising demand for EVs presents expansion opportunities for TrueCar's platform.
  • AI integration can enhance TrueCar's personalized user experiences and engagement.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from platforms like Vroom and Carvana is intensifying.
  • Semiconductor shortages reduce vehicle inventories, affecting TrueCar's offerings.
  • Direct-to-consumer sales models may bypass TrueCar's dealership network.

What makes TrueCar unique

  • TrueCar offers transparent pricing, simplifying the car-buying process for consumers.
  • TrueCar+ allows complete online purchase of new, used, and certified pre-owned cars.
  • TrueCar partners with certified dealers, providing a trusted network for car buyers.

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