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About the Role:
Seeking a dynamic, confident leader who is well versed in software technology and digital marketing and excels at developing and managing client partnerships and team members. This individual is essential to the growth and expansion of our Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) relationships and the management and compliance of their performance. The ideal candidate will possess the skills and ability to be both an effective individual contributor and a strong team leader that can effectively coach and develop their team members in client service and performance management while successfully managing a few key clients of their own.
If you are comfortable operating in a high growth industry, fast paced environment, embracing emerging technologies and managing clients you will thrive in our environment. We provide you the ability to advance your skills, showcase your talents, contribute with visible value and enjoy your work environment and team members. Our culture is entrepreneurial, our resources are solid, our philosophy is teamwork oriented and we thrive on grit.
Job Description:
The Manager, OEM Programs will lead a team of Program managers for both the US and Canada, operating existing programs and fostering growth and performance improvements. This individual will lead the coordination of our OEM program and communications across Dealer Inspire and implement new processes to achieve greater program performance. This leader will balance the needs of the clients while driving performance results and effectively manage the deployment of program requirements.
Responsibilities for the Manager, OEM Programs role will include working across various departments; Client Services, Support, Training, Technology, Digital Media, Analytics, Connected Marketing to ensure the best service for our clients.
Functions of the Role:
Create, propose, and build out digital marketing strategies for clients
Stay current on industry trends to continually grow knowledge of new strategies and success metrics
Provide management level presence in meetings with clients when necessary
Provide ongoing training with Client Services, Sales, and Support Team specific to OEM programs
Maintain detailed knowledge of all new software products and digital offerings
Coach and develop team members to expand their skill sets, grow their professional capabilities and advance their performance
Identify and attract talent to Dealer Inspire to foster firm growth and advancement.
Identify opportunities for improvement and implement recommendations.
Build and strengthen client relationship and provide insight/guidance related to digital services (and beyond)
Required Skills:
Prior Business to Business Experience with OEMs or Large Dealer Groups
Experience managing teams and leading through influence of others
Excellent customer service skills and ability to understand client needs
Strong skills in process orientation
Outstanding presentation, communication and delivery skills to engage clients and team members. Must possess the ability to present over the phone
Exceptional organizational skills
Fast learner and interested in new technologies
The ability to remain cool under pressure
Willingness to embrace the ever-changing digital marketing landscape
Strong performance and ability to execute a roadmap and plan.
Strong Knowledge of:
Website infrastructure and technology
Google Analytics
SEO principles and fundamentals
Paid Search
Content Marketing
Social Media
Required Certifications:
Google Analytics
Google Adwords
*Google Analytics certification within 30 days of hire and Adwords certifications desired within 90 days of hire.
No salary data published by company so we estimated salary based on similar jobs related to Education, Sales, Accounting, Finance, Senior, Design, Scrum, Mobile, Junior, Engineer, Illustrator, Digital Nomad, SaaS and Marketing jobs that are similar:
$62,500 — $115,000/year
Location
Chicago, Illinois, United States