What are the responsibilities and job description for the Zone Business Consultant position at Costco Auto Program?
Description
SUMMARY:
The Zone Business Consultant is responsible for assuring dealership performance in the Auto buying program(s) as administered by Affinity Development Group. As the pre-eminent industry leader in providing high quality member generated referrals, we are seeking automotive professionals for areas throughout the United States.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Establish and emphasize member and company specific requirements of participating automotive dealers with respect to pre determined vehicle pricing, program execution and member interaction
- Institute and continuously reinforce relationship between the company and the participating dealer network
- Promote the company's expansion of business avenues to increase referrals to the participating dealer network
- Provide expertise and familiarity to the industry knowledge, direction and trends.
- Absolute attainment to mutually agreed upon objectives and forecasts
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
- BA/BS or 7 years automotive sales/marketing experience
- Automotive experience in F&I or Fixed Operations required
- Demonstrated negotiation and resolution skills
- Exceptional communication (verbal, written, presentation)
- Ability to adjust to a dynamic business environment with multiple simultaneous projects emphasis
- Willing to work irregular hours
- Ability to travel up to 50% on a monthly basis
- Experience with a CRM tool
- Flexible and adaptable to change as needed
- Proficiency in Word, Excel and Outlook
- Ability to work as a part of a team and individually
- Must be self-motivated and focused
- Able to accept performance critique and make adjustments in a positive manner
- Current valid Driver’s license with no major violations
- Must have reliable vehicle to be used for business travel purposes (mileage will be compensated at current IRS rate)
Salary : $85,000 - $90,000