Full-Time

Dealer Relations Coordinator

Posted on 11/28/2024

Openlane

Openlane

51-200 employees

Online marketplace for wholesale vehicle transactions

Automotive & Transportation

Compensation Overview

$19 - $24Hourly

Entry, Junior

Richmond, BC, Canada

Category
Customer Success Management
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
Inventory Management
Customer Service
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • High School Diploma and or equivalent experience.
  • A minimum of (1) year of customer service experience is an asset.
  • Previous re-marketing experience or automotive background is preferred.
  • Developed and professional verbal, written communication and listening skills.
  • Prior experience with sales and sales management tracking databases with emphasis on accurate documentation is essential.
  • Effective customer relations, communication, enthusiastic, persuasive and interpersonal skills required.
  • Ability to work in a team environment.
  • Multi-tasking skills along with the ability to adapt to changing work environments.
  • Demonstrated ability to learn, retain and articulate product related information and provide unscripted responses on appropriate subject matters.
Responsibilities
  • Drive superior customer experience to ensure satisfaction and build client retention.
  • Support growth of the customer base and act as a liaison between all Vehicle Logistics Center (VLC) departments, including sales representatives, consignment partners and site personnel.
  • Perform key functions such as supporting OPENLANE initiatives, organizing and resolving customer concerns effectively.
  • Perform clerical and numerical activities including selecting, compiling, verifying, and processing data.
  • Ensure ancillary services such as transport and shop services have been scheduled and completed.
  • Ensure all reserve prices and declarations are present and accurate.
  • Utilize market conditions to effectively qualify reserve prices.
  • Escalate customer service issues to senior team members.
  • Understand the customer-facing system, OPENLANE.com, and effectively educate and resolve issues for internal and external customers.
  • Assist with VLC lane placement, flagging vehicles and booking Simulcast auction run numbers.
  • Collaborate with the VLC team to ensure proper marketing of sale inventory to maximize vehicle exposure.
  • Support services and programs outside of the core VLC workflow as needed to meet site objectives.
  • Perform sale day duties such as customer service and post-sale reporting.
  • Monitor all on-ground inventory and provide recommendations and insights on how to market and sell inventory.
  • Perform all required tasks related to sale day run lists.
  • Educate customers on the best ways to utilize our systems and services.
  • Utilize OPENLANE’s inventory management system to run pre- and post-sale reports.
  • Other duties as required.

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 and sales, as well as additional services like vehicle inspections. The main 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 condition assessments.
  • Automated Absolute Sale increases transaction speed and optimizes buyer demand.
  • Migration to AWS cloud-native services enhances platform scalability and reliability.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from other online automotive marketplaces could erode market share.
  • Reliance on AWS may pose risks if service disruptions occur.
  • Economic downturns could reduce demand for wholesale vehicles, affecting transaction volumes.

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 optimizes transaction velocity and buyer demand.

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