Dealer Network Area Sales Manager

The AA is embarking on an exciting growth and transformation phase and is seeking to recruit a Dealer Network Area Sales Manager to support the Business Services team in insuring best in class dealer customer experience from our approved dealer partners.This role will form part of the dynamic Business Services team and will report to the Dealer Network Channer Manager.The successful candidate will be a highly driven, adaptable and confident people person who can thrive in a rapidly changing organisation and will adopt a hands-on approach to their role.We are seeking a high calibre and talented professional with a positive mindset and that is willing to learn.Work location: The role will be based in the ROC (Rescue Operations Centre) office with a significant proportion of time travelling to potential dealer partner sites.This role will be fully eligible for the AA remote working, hybrid working and flexible working policies.Key Responsibilities:The primary responsibilities and focus areas for this role will include the following:Find and develop new AA Approved Dealer sites that can and will operate to AA Standards.Successfully on board new dealers and integrate AA Warranty & Gap productsProvide support to the business and to approved dealers as required.Dealer support on high level accountant management, training, program participation and general inquiries.The Candidate should have the following:Minimum qualifications, experience & skills2-3 years of Account Management/Business Development experience essential.Experience dealing with business customers essential.Motor trade (dealership sales / aftersales) experience is a plus.Strong level of competence with MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.)Full driving license essentialAdditional Required Key Skills & Attributes:An excellent understanding of systems and processes operated within this environment.Excellent planning and organisational skills.Excellent & demonstrable negotiating skills.Ability to engage and converse successfully with customers.A positive can-do attitude, high energy and an eagerness to excel in everything they doA strong work ethic and highly committed individual with a proven track record of delivering successfully to deadlinesHighly adaptable and flexible to needs of the role and the businessExcellent resilience and can cope with high pressure work environmentQuick-thinking problem solver who is proactive in anticipating issues or suggesting new developmentsExcellent time management skills with the ability to rapidly reprioritise according to the changing needs of the businessExceptional interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills, and ability to influence and develop relationships with individuals at all levels of the organisation.About the AAThe AA (Ireland) is Ireland's premier motoring organisation, established over 110 years ago.Best known for AA Membership and roadside rescue, our trained mechanics in the AA Patrols fix 8 out 10 breakdowns on the side of the road, 24/7, 365 days a year.In addition to our expertise on Irish roads we are also one of the country's leading insurance providers.Our track record of providing reassurance, support and innovative thinking is unrivalled, finding the cover that best suits our customers, at the best possible price.We provide AA Membership, AA Car Insurance, AA Home Insurance, AA Home Membership and AA Travel Insurance.In **** the AA was purchased by Further Global Capital Management and is on an exciting growth and transformation journey.The AA currently employs approximately 500 employees.More information on the AA is available on our website:Job Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: Up to €50,****** per yearBenefits:Company eventsCompany pensionEmployee assistance programEmployee discountSick payWork Location: Hybrid remote in New Mallow Rd, Commons, CO.Cork