Account Development Manager - Automotive

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Full Time Regular Non-Manager FIELD SALES NON-MNGR Las Vegas, NV, US

4 days ago Requisition

Safe-Guard Product International serves Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), top retailers, and independent agents in the automotive finance and insurance industry with the leading Protection Products Platform. Our platform delivers innovative protection products and solutions that protect consumers from the perils of ownership, while providing Finance & Insurance professionals the tools to ignite scalable and sustainable business growth.
Safe-Guard’s success is driven by over 850 employees, who serve more than 12,000 dealers and support contract holders across the U.S. and Canada.

For 30 years and counting, our team continues to transform the motor vehicle space, earning a stellar reputation from our partners and peers by providing:
1) the highest quality protection products in the industry,
2) a broad platform of branded product, technology, marketing, and training solutions, and
3) an unwavering commitment to uncomplicated care and customer service.

The Account Development Manager is responsible for managing and nurturing relationships with existing dealer groups, ensuring their satisfaction, by aligning Safe-Guard with their mission and goals, and driving product adoption and usage. In this role, you will provide or facilitate training support, address client needs, and identify growth opportunities within current accounts. Additionally, you will generate and provide qualified leads for new business opportunities to the National Sales Manager.

• Account Management:
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned client accounts, building and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders.
  • Proactively address client needs, resolving issues promptly in collaboration with internal teams to deliver an exceptional customer experience.
  • Conduct regular account reviews to identify opportunities for enhanced product adoption, increased penetration, and improved client satisfaction.
  • Work closely with internal teams, such as Product Development, Marketing, and Operations, to deliver tailored solutions that meet client goals.
  • Collaborate with the regular sales team to communicate account-specific expectations, agreements, and guidelines, ensuring consistency across all dealership interactions.
  • Maintain comprehensive knowledge of client-specific agreements and ensure compliance in all interactions with associated dealerships.
• Training Support:
  • Facilitate or coordinate training sessions for client teams, ensuring they fully understand and can effectively utilize Safe-Guard’s product offerings.
  • Promote client participation in Safe-Guard’s F&I certification and training programs to drive knowledge and product proficiency.
  • Serve as a resource for client inquiries related to training and operational best practices.
• Lead Generation:
  • Identify and document opportunities for new business growth within existing accounts, including cross-selling and upselling opportunities.
  • Proactively generate and qualify leads for prospective new clients and provide these to the National Sales Manager to drive business expansion.
  • Partner with the National Sales Manager to support the strategic growth of Safe-Guard’s footprint.
• Performance Reporting:
  • Maintain detailed records of client interactions, training activities, and account performance in the company CRM.
  • Regularly report on account performance metrics, lead generation…