Area Sales Manager, Direct Auto

Lendmark Financial Services

. Manage the operational and direct auto purchase sales processes of a specific metropolitan region .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeRemote • Colorado • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $74,000 - $85,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong capabilities in managing auto purchase sales processes and dealer relationships, with a focus on effective negotiation, dealer servicing, and retention. Proven ability to train personnel and update leadership on industry trends.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Outside Sales ExperienceDealer Relationship ManagementProduct/Service PresentationNegotiation SkillsDealer Servicing and Retention

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Hard Skills

Sales Process ManagementVendor AcquisitionRisk ManagementTraining and DevelopmentService Issue Resolution

Soft Skills

Self-StarterEffective PrioritizationLimited Supervision

Certifications & Qualifications

HS Diploma or GED

Industry Keywords

Auto Purchase SalesDealer NetworkLendmark Financial ServicesMetropolitan Region

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage the operational and direct auto purchase sales processes of a specific metropolitan region
Actively seek new vendors to join Lendmark Financial Services dealer network
Inquire, sign, and set up new direct auto dealers
Manage and maintain dealer relationships
Train dealer personnel
Update senior leaders on industry trends
Address dealer service issues
Manage risk relative to position
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

HS diploma or GED from accredited institution
3 to 5 years of outside sales experience or related field
Ability to be effective in product / service presentation, negotiation and final closings
Ability to prioritize and work with limited supervision
Self-starter
Ability to be effective in dealer servicing and retention

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
Paid time off
Paid holidays
401(k)
Life insurance
Long-term disability
Tuition assistance
Employee assistance program
Optional critical care insurance
Optional auto insurance
Optional home insurance
Optional pet insurance
Other ancillary insurance options
Monthly incentive compensation based on individual and company performance guidelines