ABOUT US

CDK Global is a leading provider of cloud-based software to dealerships and Original Equipment Manufacturers (“OEMs”) across automotive and related industries. The Company’s cloud-based, software as a service (“SaaS”) platform enables dealerships to manage their end-to-end business operations including the acquisition, sale, financing, insuring, repair, and maintenance of vehicles. By automating and streamlining critical workflows, the integrated platform of modern solutions enables dealers to sell and service more vehicles by creating simple and convenient experiences for customers and improves their financial and operational performance.

POSITION SUMMARY

CDK is hiring a full-time outside Account Development Executive who enjoys bringing in new business and building new relationships .
Our Account Development Executive creates business relationships exclusively in Competitive Dealership Accounts in a specific geographical area. Grow new market share through conquest sales, selling the depth and breadth of CDK’s product portfolio. Work in conjunction with all of your channel partners to increase sales opportunities of CDK Strategic Products. Achieve annual assigned sales plan, working under guidance of Director of Sales.
Territory is Ottawa Based and covers Eastern Ontario NB, NS PEI and NF.

QUALIFICATIONS & JOB 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)

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.