[Hiring] Account Executive @Solera

Role Description

We are seeking a motivated and results-driven Account Executive to join our sales team. In this role, you will be responsible for selling our premier dealership management and relationship software, specifically focusing on CRM and iDMS. These solutions are designed to streamline the sales and repair process, improve customer retention, and increase profitability for automotive independent dealers. As an Account Executive, you will play a pivotal role in driving Solera’s growth by identifying, engaging, and closing new business opportunities.

What You’ll Do

• Prospecting and Lead Generation:
  • Identify and target potential clients within the independent dealer industry.
  • Develop and maintain a robust pipeline of qualified leads through cold calling, networking, and other sales strategies.
• Client Engagement:
  • Conduct in-depth needs assessments to understand the specific challenges and goals of prospective clients.
  • Present tailored solutions that demonstrate the value of our CRM and iDMS platforms in meeting those needs.
• Product Demonstrations:
  • Deliver compelling presentations and live demonstrations of CRM and iDMS software, highlighting key features, integrations, customer journey tracking, and ROI to decision-makers.
• Sales Negotiation and Closing:
  • Lead the negotiation process, addressing client concerns and objections, and working to close deals that align with company goals.
  • Secure long-term contracts and partnerships with new clients.
• Relationship Management:
  • Build and nurture strong relationships with clients to ensure customer satisfaction and long-term success.
  • Act as a trusted advisor, providing ongoing support to help clients maximize the value of the Solera platform.
• Collaboration:
  • Work closely with the marketing, product development, and customer success teams to align sales efforts with overall business objectives.
• Reporting & CRM Hygiene:
  • Maintain flawless records of sales activities, client interactions, and pipeline status in Salesforce and Outreach.
  • Provide regular, data-driven updates and reports to the sales leadership team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Account Executive, Sales Representative, or similar role, preferably within the automotive or software-as-a-service (SaaS) industry.
• Strong understanding of the automotive industry and the challenges faced by independent dealers in managing customer relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to achieve and exceed sales targets in a B2B environment.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to quickly understand and communicate complex technical information, particularly regarding software integrations and data flow.
• Self-motivated, results-oriented, and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Proficiency in CRM software (Salesforce) and sales engagement tools (Outreach).
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field (preferred).

Benefits

• Competitive salary and commission structure.
• Opportunity to work with a leading software product in the automotive repair industry.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

SOLERA HOLDINGS, INC., AND ITS US SUBSIDIARIES (TOGETHER, SOLERA) IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. THE FIRM'S POLICY IS NOT TO DISCRIMINATE AGAINST ANY APPLICANT OR EMPLOYEE BASED ON RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, GENDER, AGE, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, MARITAL STATUS, MENTAL OR PHYSICAL DISABILITY, AND GENETIC INFORMATION, OR ANY OTHER BASIS PROTECTED BY APPLICABLE LAW. THE FIRM ALSO PROHIBITS HARASSMENT OF APPLICANTS OR EMPLOYEES BASED ON ANY OF THESE PROTECTED CATEGORIES.