Sales - Business Development Manager

Company Overview

FLADCO was founded in 1995 with the mission of continually improving the profitability of new car and independent dealerships by providing access to cost savings and revenue generating vendor programs.  Our company’s success is a result of delivering professional and reliable cost-effective programs to maximize dealer profits.  We are committed to supporting our client’s strategic goals by developing successful business/vendor relationships.

Essential Information

We have a comprehensive training program available for the right candidate in our greater Tampa, Florida, market.  This training program will lead to the position of Business Development Manager.  Business Development Managers are responsible for driving growth by generating new business opportunities as well as maintaining existing relationships with dealers and vendors.  Since a key component of this job is strategic planning, a Business Development Manager must have a thorough working knowledge of the company’s goals and mission along with being familiar with competitors and the marketplace.  He or she will work closely with our vendors to identify potential new clients, craft proposals and review contracts.

Strategic planning for future development is an essential part of this job description, and it is the Business Manager’s responsibility to develop a pipeline of new business for our vendor portfolio.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Presenting revenue generating cost savings proposals
• Assisting with program implementation and vendor training
• Establishing and developing relationships with dealers and vendors to ensure unsurpassed customer service is experienced
• Developing and implementing strategies for vendor programs and services in dealerships through conducting client needs’ analyses

 Skills and Specifications

• High intellect
• Impeccable integrity
• Strong work ethic/”can do” attitude
• Effective communication skills
• Organized, flexible, coachable and willing to learn
• Five to seven years of “hunter” sales experience
• Bachelor Degree from accredited university

Reward Program

• Base compensation
• Uncapped commission
• 401(k) company match
• Health insurance
• Car allowance/program