Job description

Position Summary: The Vocational Vehicle Consultant will be responsible for identifying, developing, and maintaining business growth through the following market segments: franchised OEM dealerships, governmental agencies (local/state), fleets (local/regional), and others as identified. In addition, build relationships with other internal departments to successfully drive the business in a harmonized manner.

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Essential Job Functions and Duties:

Drive relationships & business opportunities within a 150-mile radius of branch location
Analyze client needs, opportunities, current & future market trends to drive responsible opportunities/business/growth for the company.
Develop & maintain a working knowledge/understanding of competitors (incumbents/others)
Represent the company at events/meetings within the 150-mile radius of branch location.
Identify opportunities to be involved with clients & vendors at events/meetings.

Collaborate with internal departments to find solutions that will meet/exceed the clients requirement.
Maintain all related contact & opportunity information within CRM system.
Always comply with Driverge’ s Core Values (LOVE IT).
Other duties as required.

Position Qualifications and Entrance Requirements:

High School Diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred
Five (5) years plus experience in business development environments and their related areas is preferred

Strong knowledge of vehicles platforms (van/lite truck/suv) & understanding of upfitting
Ability to analyze and develop accurate conclusions to support business opportunities based on key data.

Skills/Abilities:

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Strong customer FIRST mentality.
Solid verbal, written, interpersonal communication skills are required.
Ability to complete multiple tasks simultaneously.
Able to work independently as well as with a team and collaborate with internal and external customers.
Friendly demeanor with good energy and a positive attitude.
Maintain a valid driver’s license.
Candidates must successfully complete criminal and motor vehicle background check

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

Able to function capably in an office environment using standard equipment (telephones, fax machines, computers, copiers, etc.)
Must be able to complete office-related physical activities (walking, standing, talking, hearing, pushing, reaching, seeing, stooping/crouching) as needed.
Experience working remotely and independently.
Ability to travel as needed, expected “in-front of client” time is 3-4 days per week.
Participate in required company safety programs, trainings, and PPE guidelines.

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