What are the responsibilities and job description for the Commercial Dealer Development Manager / Central Region position at FCA?
The Commercial Dealer Development Manager is responsible for the expansion and strengthening of the Stellantis dealer network by developing “fleet-minded” dealers and optimizing dealer engagement strategies. You will have direct interaction with various dealer personnel as well as regional and corporate contacts. The ideal candidate must enjoy working with our dealerships, have detailed knowledge on the commercial fleet business, have a passion for the car business and live in the assigned territory in the Central part of the country.
Job duties include:
Identify, train, and develop "fleet-minded" dealers to enhance their commercial sales capabilities and improve fleet expertise.
Collaborate with Commercial Area Managers (CAMs) and internal teams to align dealer incentives, sales strategies, and fleet business objectives.
Utilize data analytics and performance insights to coach dealers, drive commercial sales growth, and support conquest and retention efforts.
Responsible for coordinating and performing the tactical day-to-day activities necessary to ensure optimum performance of the commercial vehicle business plan including, attaining monthly, quarterly and annual commercial sales and dealer participation objectives within his/her territory
Properly plan weekly routes and appointments to maximize effectiveness of dealer visits and track success
Conduct in-dealership consultation focused on optimizing the dealership’s overall commercial operations
Promote, monitor, and enforce dealer compliance with Stellantis Commercial policies and procedures
Work closely with MOPAR and the dealer service department to ensure quick turnaround and priority of customer fleet units
Develop and share dealer best practices among dealerships to improve used vehicle profitability
Monitor dealer inventory and promote out of stock sales through customers and Fleet Management Companies
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree
5 years of experience in business-to-business sales or dealer sales
Must reside or be willing to relocate to Central part of the US
Commercial vehicle product knowledge
Experience working in the automotive or fleet environment
Maintains a selling mindset
Excel in building positive working relationships
Self-motivated with demonstrated ability to achieve goals under minimal supervision
Willing and able to travel up to 60-80% of the time
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge or experience with dealership commercial sales processes
OEM field sales experience related to commercial market segment and products
Automotive background in a fleet management environment
Experience/relationship/understanding of Bailment Pool and/or commercial equipment Upfitters
Strong negotiating skills
Our benefits reflects the FCA commitment to helping you reach your personal and professional goals. In addition to an environment that promotes career development, we offer benefits for a healthy lifestyle and a rewarding future, designed to take care of you and your family, in various stages of life.
As a global company, our employee packages will vary by country, customary norms and the legal entity into which you are hired.
Job duties include:
Identify, train, and develop "fleet-minded" dealers to enhance their commercial sales capabilities and improve fleet expertise.
Collaborate with Commercial Area Managers (CAMs) and internal teams to align dealer incentives, sales strategies, and fleet business objectives.
Utilize data analytics and performance insights to coach dealers, drive commercial sales growth, and support conquest and retention efforts.
Responsible for coordinating and performing the tactical day-to-day activities necessary to ensure optimum performance of the commercial vehicle business plan including, attaining monthly, quarterly and annual commercial sales and dealer participation objectives within his/her territory
Properly plan weekly routes and appointments to maximize effectiveness of dealer visits and track success
Conduct in-dealership consultation focused on optimizing the dealership’s overall commercial operations
Promote, monitor, and enforce dealer compliance with Stellantis Commercial policies and procedures
Work closely with MOPAR and the dealer service department to ensure quick turnaround and priority of customer fleet units
Develop and share dealer best practices among dealerships to improve used vehicle profitability
Monitor dealer inventory and promote out of stock sales through customers and Fleet Management Companies
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree
5 years of experience in business-to-business sales or dealer sales
Must reside or be willing to relocate to Central part of the US
Commercial vehicle product knowledge
Experience working in the automotive or fleet environment
Maintains a selling mindset
Excel in building positive working relationships
Self-motivated with demonstrated ability to achieve goals under minimal supervision
Willing and able to travel up to 60-80% of the time
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge or experience with dealership commercial sales processes
OEM field sales experience related to commercial market segment and products
Automotive background in a fleet management environment
Experience/relationship/understanding of Bailment Pool and/or commercial equipment Upfitters
Strong negotiating skills
Our benefits reflects the FCA commitment to helping you reach your personal and professional goals. In addition to an environment that promotes career development, we offer benefits for a healthy lifestyle and a rewarding future, designed to take care of you and your family, in various stages of life.
As a global company, our employee packages will vary by country, customary norms and the legal entity into which you are hired.
