We are currently looking for an bilingual Acquisition Specialist to join our sales team in the Greater Montreal Area. In this role you will be tasked with acquiring new auto dealerships to our current client base by utilising previous business development, sales, and web based advertising experience.What you'll do:Acquisition of automotive dealers in the Greater Montreal Area with daily prospecting, thereby having a direct impact on growing the customer base of Kijiji AutosDevelop an acquisition strategy in line with the organisations targets and then implement with speed and attention to detail.Close sales and achieve both monthly and quarterly quotasEstablish positive relationships with dealers, while promoting the Kijiji Autos brandWork collaboratively with both inside and outside sales teams, as well as sales operation and support teamsHandle the Contract/IO process and ensure all paperwork is accurately completedEvaluate, analyze and report on customer feedback (e.g. scorecards, business reviews, complaints) relative to Autos products and service levelProvide reports on all activity using Salesforce, as well as forecasts on acquisition numbersMaintain solid understanding of new and existing Kijiji product offerings as well as new products in the market, industry trends and new developments; understand current competitive conditions within the marketplaceWho you are:Consistent track record in sales, or related experience – understanding of the automotive industry is an assetPolished Sales Skills – sales pitch, negotiating/closing business, objection handlingSuccessful experience in new customer acquisition and the ability to cold call with a straightforward, positive and persistent styleResults-oriented and motivated by seeking opportunities and building relationships with new businessesBackground in web based advertising – SEO, and SEM, web search, digital media etc. is a plusExcellent verbal and written communication skills in English & French Customer service and relationship building skills.Education: Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent
