New Business Account Executive - Automotive Software

Position Summar

CDK is hiring a full-time outside  Account Development Executive  who enjoys bringing in new business and building new relationships in a field sales role.

Our  Account Development Executive  creates business relationships exclusively in Competitive Dealership Accounts in a specific geographical area. Grow new market share through conquest sales, selling the depth and breadth of CDK’s product portfolio. Work in conjunction with all of your channel partners to increase sales opportunities of CDK Strategic Products. Achieve annual assigned sales plan, working under guidance of Director of Sales.

Territory includes NY CT  -  must live in one of these states to be considered.

Position Responsibilities & Essential functions

Acquire new business by strengthening and influencing key automotive dealer relationships. Create activity by cold calling into competitive accounts daily. Identify and define growth opportunities in the market for the business. Develop an overall sales plan and forecast sales results for both the short and long term.

Qualifications & Job Requirements

Minimum of 5-7 years in an outside new business development sales role, selling complex solutions to large automotive dealerships

Minimum of 5-7 years in an outside sales new business development role selling complex solutions to large accounts plus automotive dealership experience, preferably in sales or management.

75% travel in the field, including overnight travel

Experience using consultative solution selling to align client’s business needs with a solution

Demonstrated proven track record selling B2B

College Degree  (preferred, not required)

Salary : $100,000 + Uncapped Commissions

CDK Global is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Compensation packages are based on several factors, including but not limited to skills, experience, certifications, and work location.  The total compensation package for this position may also include annual performance bonus, benefits and / or other applicable incentive compensation plans.We offer Medical, dental, and vision benefits in addition to :

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401K Matching Program

Tuition Reimbursement