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Dealership Account Manager - Columbia, SC

Role overview

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 2 years experience in account management, sales, or business development ideally within automotive lending, finance, or a related field.
  • Strong communicator and negotiator with proven ability to build trusted relationships and deliver results.
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Finance, or a related field preferred.
  • Familiarity with CRM tools such as Salesforce or HubSpot.

Responsibilities

  • Identify and engage new dealership partners to expand our network and drive growth.
  • Provide exceptional service and consultative support to dealer partners through on-site visits.
  • Analyze market trends and competitive insights to identify opportunities.
  • Enhance brand visibility and reputation through targeted outreach and effective communication.

Key facts

Other skills

  • Sales
  • Customer Service
  • Negotiation
  • Relationship Management
  • Communication
  • Problem Solving
  • Adaptability

About the company

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Lendbuzz

Financial Services

Lendbuzz is an AI-based auto finance platform that helps consumers obtain fair access to credit when purchasing a car. Powered by alternative data and machine-learning algorithms, Lendbuzz can assess the creditworthiness of consumers whose credit scores range from good to non-existent—a group totalling some 100 million people—yet despite their massive numbers are underserved by traditional loan processes. Lendbuzz supports the success of their dealership partners through consumer loans that help those dealers reach a more diversified client base, together with competitive floorplanning options that help them grow their businesses. Lendbuzz is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts and was founded in 2015.

Company details

Company typeScaleup
IndustryFinancial Services
Company size201 - 500

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Job description

Fuel your career with innovation and opportunity! We’re looking for a results-driven Dealership Account Manager in Columbia, SC to join our growing field sales team. In this role, you’ll help expand our market reach and build trusted partnerships with dealerships across the region. As a field-based position, you’ll be on-site, visiting dealerships daily—connecting with partners, driving growth, and making an impact where it matters most. The role typically follows a six-day work week, offering hands-on engagement and the chance to truly own your territory. Bring your passion for auto finance, your drive to succeed, and your commitment to delivering exceptional results.
 
***Residence within or near the assigned geographic territory is required.***

Key Responsibilities
  • Prospecting and Business Development: Identify and engage new dealership partners to expand our network, drive growth, and strengthen market presence in the automotive finance sector.
  • Dealer Support and Relationship Management: Provide exceptional service and consultative support to dealer partners through on-site visits to ensure satisfaction, loyalty, and long-term success.
  • Market Analysis: Analyze market trends and competitive insights to identify opportunities and guide strategic business decisions.
  • Brand Promotion: Enhance brand visibility and reputation through targeted outreach, effective communication, and consistent representation of our values and offerings.

  • Qualifications
  • Minimum of 2 years experience in account management, sales, or business development — ideally within automotive lending, finance, or a related field.
  • A consistent record of professional growth, including at least 2 years in your most recent role.
  • Hands-on experience in auto finance or dealership account management; special finance experience is highly valued.
  • Willingness and ability to maintain a six-day work week with daily in-person visits to dealership partners throughout the territory.
  • Strong communicator and negotiator with a proven ability to build trusted relationships and deliver results.
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to spot market opportunities and pivot strategies for success.
  • Proactive problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment.
  • Familiarity with CRM tools such as Salesforce or HubSpot.
  • Collaborative, adaptable, and equally confident working independently.
  • Must hold a valid driver’s license, maintain a clean driving record, and carry full coverage insurance.
  • Customer-focused, organized, and committed to excellence in every interaction.
  • Must reside within or near the assigned geographic territory.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Finance, or a related field preferred.
  • Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and/or Portuguese is a plus.
  • A Note on Recruiting Outreach
    We’ve been made aware of individuals falsely claiming to represent Lendbuzz using lookalike email addresses (eg @lendbuzzcareers.com). Please note that all legitimate emails from our team come from @lendbuzz.com. We will never ask for sensitive information or conduct interviews via messaging apps.

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