What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vocational Vehicle Consultant position at Driverge Vehicle Innovations?
U.S. Upfitters a division of Driverge Vehicle Innovations is the premier light duty commercial truck and van equipment upfitters in the country. From our four locations in Illinois, Maryland, Wisconsin and Colorado we service fleet managers, fleet management companies, dealerships, utilities, government agencies, and contractors from all vocations. We have earned an excellent reputation within the commercial vehicle services industry and our customers have come to expect and appreciate the professionalism and integrity that define the quality of our service.
U.S. Upfitters is seeking a Vocational Vehicle Consultant. We provide a great work life balance with regular business hours so you can be home spending time with family or doing what you love most! If you love the auto industry and working with cars this job is for you!
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.
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.