New Business Account Development at CDK Global

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

CDK Global Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Automotive, SaaSIndustries

Requirements

  • Minimum of 5 years in an outside sales new business development role selling complex solutions to large accounts
  • 75% travel in the field, including overnight travel
  • Experience using consultative solution selling to align client’s business needs with a solution
  • Automotive industry experience
  • Demonstrated proven track record selling B2B
  • College Degree (preferred, not required)

Responsibilities

  • Aggressively acquire new business 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
  • Grow new market share through conquest sales, selling the depth and breadth of CDK’s product portfolio
  • Work in conjunction with all channel partners to increase sales opportunities of CDK Strategic Products
  • Achieve annual assigned sales plan, working under guidance of Director of Sales

Skills

Outside Sales
New Business Development
Cold Calling
Consultative Selling
Sales Forecasting
Territory Management

CDK Global

Integrated software solutions for automotive retail

About CDK Global

CDK Global provides integrated software solutions specifically designed for the automotive retail industry. Their products help auto dealerships manage various operations such as billing, customer relationship management (CRM), inventory management, and service scheduling. By using these software tools, dealerships can streamline their processes, improve customer experiences, and increase sales. Unlike many competitors, CDK Global focuses on the unique challenges of the automotive market, including the transition to electric vehicles (EVs), and tailors its solutions to meet these evolving needs. The company's goal is to enhance the efficiency and productivity of its clients through advanced technology, ultimately driving the automotive retail industry forward.

Hoffman Estates, IllinoisHeadquarters
1972Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Automotive & Transportation, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Vacation
401(k) Company Match
Tuition Reimbursement

Risks

Tekion's lawsuit could lead to significant legal expenses and reputational damage.
Antitrust lawsuit resulted in a $100 million payout, indicating potential legal vulnerabilities.
Cybersecurity breach impacted major clients, potentially leading to loss of trust and business.

Differentiation

CDK Global specializes in integrated software solutions for the automotive retail industry.
The company offers a subscription-based model for its software solutions.
CDK Global focuses on EV transition challenges, tailoring solutions for evolving industry needs.

Upsides

Increased focus on cybersecurity can enhance CDK Global's reputation and client trust.
Digital transformation in automotive industry presents opportunities for expanding software offerings.
Rise of EVs creates demand for specialized dealership software solutions by CDK Global.

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