***Internally this position is titled Business Solutions Specialist

Please note this role requires 85% travel 

 

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and facilitate dealership user training and support through the implementation lifecycle 
• Provide CRM training to dealership staff in all departments and have fun while doing it 
• Guide and direct additional implementation specialists assigned to the project to ensure high execution 
• Obtain critical milestone signoffs from key dealership contacts 
• Proactively identify implementation risks and mitigate them effectively and efficiently 
• Manage training and setup items in an organized manner, keeping detailed notes, and completing all checklist items in our implementation runbook 
• Must successfully complete an 8-10 week certification/training program and display a strong grasp of product and process knowledge retention 
• Demonstrated history of sustaining a positive attitude during high-stress situations with both dealer partners (DP) and internal teams 
• Fast-learner, and passionate ability to remain in-touch with fast-changing SaaS solutions 
• In-depth knowledge of the retail automotive industry, including common terminology and dealership process flows 
• Deep understanding of Tekion products, including end-user workflows and configurations 
• Knowledge and understanding of implementation processes, including adjacent internal teams role & responsibility with the project  
• Represent Tekion in a positive and professional way in all dealership interactions  
• Work closely with the Implementation manager to set and manage dealership expectations  
• Foster relationship with all dealership personnel and stakeholders  

Skills and Experience

• 2+ years of CRM experience in the automotive industry 
• Proven experience implementing SaaS solutions in large and small auto dealerships 
• Experience working in an early-stage startup environment is a plus 
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, interacting with all levels of stakeholders 
• Established ability to articulate technical jargon into consumable levels of understanding for adult learners 
• Ability to take customer suggestions or insights and translate them into technical deliverables for Tekion Product & Support teams 
• 3+ years in Project Management or Project Lead role is preferred 
• Travel (flying) is less than 85%  
• Normally receives little instruction on day-to-day work, general instructions on new assignments.  

Perks and Benefits

• Competitive compensation and generous stock options   
• 100% employer-paid top-of-the-line medical, dental and vision coverage  
• Great benefits including unlimited PTO, parental leave and free snacks and beverages  
• The opportunity to work with some of the brightest minds from Silicon Valley’s most dominant and successful companies   
• Be part of an early stage, hyper-growth start-up with the opportunity to grow and prosper    
• Work on the latest and coolest technologies – everything is home-grown and built ground-up   
• A dynamic work environment with a strong sense of community and collaboration   
• The open and transparent culture that encourages innovation, rewards performance and discourages hierarchy   
• Exciting opportunities for career growth and development   

The salary range for this position is $61,000 to $104,000.  The salary range describes the minimum to maximum base salary range for this position across applicable US locations. This position is also eligible for a bonus whereby total compensation may exceed base salary depending on individual performance. The actual compensation offered may vary from the posted hiring range based on geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process. In addition to the compensation listed, this position is eligible for equity compensation.

Current Tekion Employees – Please apply via Greenhouse Internal Job Board