Cars Commerce

Account Executive, Field - Indianapolis, IN

Indiana, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Entry Level & New GradExperience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Automotive, E-commerce, Digital MarketplaceIndustries

Job Description

Employment Type

Full time

Location Type

Not specified

Salary

Not specified

Position Overview

This role serves as the primary point of contact for Cars Commerce customers, with a strong focus on ensuring ongoing customer success, retention, and growth. The position involves selling products and services to existing customers and maintaining relationships through regular visits to assigned customers within the defined sales territory.

Territory

The assigned territory for this role covers Indianapolis, IN. Candidates are required to reside within this territory.

Responsibilities

  • Act as the primary point of contact for Cars Commerce customers.
  • Focus on ongoing customer success, retention, and growth.
  • Sell products and services to existing customers.
  • Maintain customer relationships by visiting assigned customers within the sales territory.

About Cars Commerce

At Cars Commerce, we are dedicated to simplifying the entire process of car buying and selling. We strive to connect the automotive industry with simplified and tierless technology to enhance, measure, and drive local automotive retail. Our offerings include the No. 1 most recognized marketplace, Cars.com, industry-leading digital experience, Dealer Inspire, trade and appraisal technology, AccuTrade, and the new Cars Commerce Media Network. Cars Commerce is essential for success in the automotive industry.

Our Values:

Cars Commerce is built on collaboration, encapsulated in our core values:

  • Rise Together: We prioritize people, from consumers to customers to the community.
  • Open to All: We encourage open-minded communication and believe diverse thinking leads to better outcomes.
  • Caring to Challenge & Taking Ownership: We foster a competitive spirit in a respectful environment, focusing on future actions with present execution.
  • Doing the Right Thing: Integrity is at our foundation, guiding us to do what's right, even when it's difficult.

Our commitment to these values creates an environment where growth is not only possible but inevitable.

Recognition:

Cars Commerce was recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a Best Company to Work For in 2024. We are committed to the employee experience and are among the top 20% of companies in our industry, recognized for critical factors important to employee wellbeing, including quality of pay, benefits, and work-life balance.

Skills

Automotive Industry Knowledge
Sales
Customer Relationship Management
Communication
Negotiation

Cars Commerce

Online marketplace for buying and selling cars

About Cars Commerce

Cars Commerce operates as a digital marketplace in the automotive industry, connecting consumers who want to buy or sell cars with automotive businesses like dealerships and manufacturers. The platform provides consumers with essential information about vehicles, including product details, pricing, and seller locations, helping them make informed purchasing decisions. For automotive businesses, Cars Commerce offers insights and data on market trends and consumer behavior, which can enhance their sales strategies. The company generates revenue through advertising and subscription fees from these businesses for services like listings and access to consumer analytics. By utilizing technology and data, Cars Commerce aims to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the car buying and selling process for both consumers and businesses.

Chicago, IllinoisHeadquarters
1998Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, Automotive & TransportationIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Risks

Increased competition from platforms like Cars24 threatens Cars.com's market share.
Cars24's vehicle scrappage scheme may attract environmentally conscious consumers away from Cars.com.
Continuous innovation is required to maintain user engagement against competitors' superior alternatives.

Differentiation

Cars.com offers a comprehensive platform for both car buyers and sellers.
The platform provides valuable insights and data to automotive businesses.
Cars.com is recognized for its extensive EV-related content and services.

Upsides

Increased consumer interest in EVs boosts demand for Cars.com's listings and reviews.
AI-driven personalization enhances user experience and engagement on Cars.com.
The shift towards subscription-based car ownership creates new service opportunities for Cars.com.

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