Area Sales Manager

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Western Funding, a dynamic and fast‑growing auto finance company, believes in PEOPLE with PURPOSE and PASSION to assist our dealer partners throughout North America. As a subsidiary of Westlake Financial Services, we provide automobile financing to borrowers who have limited access to traditional credit.

Location:

Knoxville, TN | Remote

Our Area Sales Manager is the face of Western Funding to our number one customer – our dealers. The focus of this role is to increase the number of funded deals by partnering with dealers who are a good fit. The role enables growth by identifying, onboarding, and managing growth with dealers in their respective local region. The program requires a consultative sales and management approach, establishing strong relationships with dealers to help their businesses grow.

• Present and communicate company products and services to all levels of management within independent and franchise dealerships live in person.
• Identify sales prospects and contact these and other accounts assigned to you.
• Follow‑up on new leads and referrals resulting from telephone calls for independent and franchise dealers.
• Develop, maintain, and grow current and potential dealer partners within the independent and franchise dealer communities.
• Provide constant and effective communication, via phone calls or in person, with dealer partners on current programs.
• Train dealers in Western Funding including proper documentation needed for fast funding of contracts.

• Working knowledge of MS Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• High school diploma or equivalent (required).
• College degree or equivalent work experience (preferred).
• Strong knowledge of automotive, finance and sales.
• Previous experience in the financial services sector or within a car dealership.
• 1–2 years of previous experience in a challenging sales role with a proven track record of success.
• Clear and effective presentation skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge of warm calling, appointment setting, and sales techniques.
• Strong computer skills and adaptability to new technology.
• Results orientation: getting things done in alignment with company objectives.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Bilingual (Spanish) a plus.
• Comfortable travelling up to 75% of the time due to visiting auto dealers.

• First‑year salary range: $60,000 – $125,000 per year (base salary + performance commissions).
• Average rep earning after 1 year: $79,000.
• Average earning of top 10 reps: $125,000.
• Commission potential: no cap (unlimited earning potential).
• Monthly mileage reimbursement: average of $450/month.
• The exact starting compensation will be determined at the time of selection and will depend on factors such as location, skill set, experience, education, credentials, and licensure when applicable.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.
• Life insurance and long‑term disability plans.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• 401(k) matching.
• Employee stock ownership program with company matching.
• Wellness programs.
• Metro tap card and Metro‑link reimbursement (for Los Angeles, CA employees only).
• Career path opportunities.
• Discounts on parks, museums, movie tickets, and attractions.
• Annual flu shot.
• Paid vacation days.
• Paid sick days.
• Paid holidays.
• HGym available in Los Angeles, CA & Dallas, TX offices.
• Rental car discounts, Dell member purchase program.
• UKG wallet.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. We are an equal‑opportunity employer and do not unlawfully discriminate in employment. No question on this application is used for the purpose of limiting or excluding any applicant from consideration for employment on a basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.

Equal access to employment, services, and programs is available to all persons. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative.

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