Senior Dealer Success Manager

About Upstart Upstart is a leading AI lending marketplace partnering with banks and credit unions to expand access to affordable credit. By leveraging Upstart's AI marketplace, Upstart-powered banks and credit unions can have higher approval rates and lower loss rates across races, ages, and genders, while simultaneously delivering the exceptional digital-first lending experience their customers... demand. More than two-thirds of Upstart loans are approved instantly and are fully automated. Upstart is a digital-first company, which means that most Upstarters live and work anywhere in the United States. However, we also have offices in San Mateo, California; Columbus, Ohio; and Austin, Texas. Most Upstarters join us because they connect with our mission of enabling access to effortless credit based on true risk. If you are energized by the impact you can make at Upstart, we’d love to hear from you! The Team Our Auto Retail, Dealer Success Management team fills a critical role in our company voicing the needs and suggestions of our customers in our product development. They build long-lasting, mutually beneficial relationships with their contacts, always striving to find the products which best fit the individual needs of the client. Role description: As a Digital First Dealer Success Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the success and growth of our Dealer Partners. Your proven experience in scaling business in a start-up environment through the strategic implementation of digital solutions will be instrumental in driving growth and maximizing the potential of our dealer network. You will be responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with our Dealer Network, driving adoption of products and services, and overseeing their overall satisfaction. Through proactive communication, strategic planning, and effective problem-solving, you will help our Dealership clients achieve their business objectives while upholding Upstarts mission and standards of excellence. You will be responsible to manage relationships with corporate contacts along with key stakeholders at individual rooftops. This role will require cross functional collaboration with internal teams through proper escalation channels as needed. [Position location] Remote [Time zone requirements] The team operates on the East/West coast time zones. [Travel requirements] Travel requirements can be up to 10%. This team has regular onsite collaboration sessions. These occur 2 days per Quarter at the San Mateo, CA, Austin, TX, or Columbus, OH, office. If you need to travel to make these meetups, Upstart will cover all travel related expenses. How you’ll make an impact: • Communicate with clients to understand their needs and explain product value. • Build relationships with clients based on trust and respect. • Collaborate with internal departments to facilitate client need fulfillment. • Keep impeccable account notes and records in Salesforce. • Maintain updated knowledge of company products and services. • Act as a liaison between the customer and our product, engineering and support teams. • Identify industry trends. • Act as a client advocate with a focus on improving the buyer experience. What we’re looking for: • Minimum qualifications: • 5+ years of Automotive Dealership Client Facing relationship management experience. • Demonstrated ability to quickly learn and understand new technologies. • Strong ability to analyze data for your customers and communicate trends. • Proficient in dealership tech stacks, encompassing CRM, DMS, Inventory Management Systems, and Digital Retailing tools. • Adaptability and strong problem-solving skills. • Proficiency and Demonstrated Understanding of consumer behaviors and industry trends in Automotive. • Preferred qualifications: • Prior Experience working with Dealership Owners, GM’s, GSM’s, Finance Directors, etc. • Start-up experience a plus • Bachelor’s degree in sales, communications, or related field preferred • Familiarity with automotive dealership tools like CRM’s, DMS systems, (etc). • Performance Monitoring and Reporting What you'll love: • Competitive Compensation (base + bonus & equity) • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with Health Savings Account contributions from Upstart • 401(k) with 100% company match up to $4,500 and immediate vesting and after-tax savings • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) • Life and disability insurance • Generous holiday, vacation, sick and safety leave • Supportive parental, family care, and military leave programs • Annual wellness, technology & ergonomic reimbursement programs • Social activities including team events and onsites, all-company updates, employee resource groups (ERGs), and other interest groups such as book clubs, fitness, investing, and volunteering • Catered lunches + snacks & drinks when working in offices #LI-REMOTE #LI-MidSenior At Upstart, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. The anticipated base salary for this position is expected to be within the below range. Your actual base pay will depend on your geographic location–with our “digital first” philosophy, Upstart uses compensation regions that vary depending on location. Individual pay is also determined by job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. In addition, Upstart provides employees with target bonuses, equity compensation, and generous benefits packages (including medical, dental, vision, and 401k). United States | Remote - Anticipated Base Salary Range $99,000—$138,000 USD Upstart is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to ensuring that underrepresented classes receive better access to affordable credit, and are just as committed to embracing diversity and inclusion in our hiring practices. We celebrate all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, and know that we can only become better together. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing an application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please email candidate_accommodations@upstart.com https://www.upstart.com/candidate_privacy_policy