Sales Executive -Trailer

<div class="content-intro"><p><strong>Company Overview:</strong></p> <p></p> <div class="x_elementToProof" data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Lightspeed is the leading provider of cloud-based software for dealerships, serving the Powersport, Marine, RV, Trailer, and Golf Car industries adding hundreds of dealerships to the Lightspeed community each year.</div> <div class="x_elementToProof"> </div> <div class="x_elementToProof">Lightspeed’s Dealer Management Solution (DMS) enables dealerships to optimize their end-to-end business operations, including Sales, Parts, Service, Rentals, Payments, Accounting, and Customer Relationship Management (CRM). When implemented into their daily operations, Lightspeed helps dealers increase their profitability by selling more units, service, and parts, all while creating a more streamlined experience for customers.</div> <div class="x_elementToProof"> </div> <div class="x_elementToProof">Lightspeed is the most complete and integrated DMS in the industry with over 500 integrations with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), aftermarket parts and accessory distributors and dozens of other software tools that a dealership may use to run their business. Uniquely designed by dealers for dealers, and refined over the past 4 decades, Lightspeed empowers over 4,500+ dealers across North America with the tools and technology they need to manage their dealerships.</div> <p></p></div><p>We are seeking a results-driven professional to focus on generating new business opportunities within the <strong data-stringify-type="bold">Recreation Dealership sector</strong>, specifically targeting the<strong data-stringify-type="bold"> Trailer industries</strong>. This role is centered on <strong data-stringify-type="bold">identifying, pursuing, and securing new customers</strong>, with a strategic focus on relationship-building, customer engagement, and closing sales.</p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>What you’ll do:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li>Develop and execute territory-specific plans to expand Lightspeeds customer base. This includes a deep understanding of customer needs, our suite of offerings and effectively closing deals. </li> <li>Generate leads and guide prospects through the sales funnel to further qualify the prospects' needs and determine a good fit with Lightspeed’s solutions. Engage with new customers through a variety of channels including inbound leads, networking and social media.</li> <li>Collaborate with internal teams such as Customer Success and Marketing to ensure a cohesive customer experience.</li> <li>Maintain a deep understanding of our Products, competitive advantages, industry trends, market activities, and competitors to identify opportunities and foresee challenges.</li> <li>Maintain and report sales metrics to leadership, ensuring that data within our Sales Automation and Customer Relationship Management tool, Salesforce, is current and accurate.</li> <li>Proven ability to blend strong sales talents and process discipline, relationship-building abilities, and technical knowledge to achieve sales targets and expand market share.</li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>What you’ll have:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li>5+ years’ experience in B2B sales, preferably selling SaaS based solutions in the field.</li> <li>Experience with new customer, new logo acquisition.</li> <li>Proven sales record in quota carrying roles managing a pipeline as an individual contributor and exceeding sales quotas</li> <li>Proficiency using sales enablement/automation tools (for example, Zoominfo, Enablix, Salesforce)</li> <li>Strong relationship-building skills with an ability to engage with key stakeholders across the prospect/customer and executive decision makers.</li> <li>Skilled in navigating complex sales cycles and overcoming objections.</li> <li>Proven experience with SPIN™ and Solution Selling™ techniques, including the ability to effectively identify and address customer needs.</li> <li>Knowledge of Powersports, RV, Marine, Golf or Trailer industries a significant advantage</li> <li>Knowledge of finance/insurance, retail and technology industries a plus</li> </ul><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p>In today’s competitive job market, transparency and trust are more important than ever. At Lightspeed, we believe in fostering an open and honest work environment, starting with our job postings. Pay transparency is a key component of this commitment, ensuring that potential candidates have a clear understanding of the compensation they can expect.</p></div><div class="title">Remote</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$85,000</span><span class="divider">—</span><span>$95,000 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p> </p> <p><strong>Inclusion and Diversity at Lightspeed:</strong></p> <p>At Lightspeed, we celebrate the uniqueness of every individual and encourage diverse perspectives. We believe that inclusion drives innovation and fosters meaningful connections. We are committed to building an environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to make an impact.</p> <p><strong>Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:</strong></p> <p>Lightspeed is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category.</p> <p><strong>Important Note:</strong></p> <p>Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.</p> <p><strong>Ready to apply?</strong></p> <p>Take the next step in your career—apply today and join a team where your skills will make an impact!</p> <p> </p></div>

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