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CarsAccount Executive, Majors - South and Southwest
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Salary$119k – $178k
LocationRemote - Texas; Remote - Oklahoma; Remote - New Mexico
Work moderemote · United States
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience5+ yrs
DepartmentSales
Company size25+ people
First seenSep 11, 2026 · 1mo ago
Verified live2d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
5+ years of relevant sales experience in a complex, SaaS or advertising environment
Experience in customer service and retention, with a focus on solutions-based selling
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
CRM fluency: Salesforce (preferred), HubSpot, or Microsoft Dynamics
Experience in advertising, SaaS, software solutions sales, or digital marketplace
Proven ability to identify and close sales opportunities
Consistent track record of quota attainment
Experience selling complex digital advertising, ad tech, marketing SaaS, classifieds, automotive solutions, and/or marketplaces solutions to business leaders
Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time
Experience in Google Analytics and GA4 analysis preferred
Experience in the automotive industry is a plus
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States
We are unable to sponsor employment visas at this time
Skills
Salesforce
HubSpot
Microsoft Dynamics
Google Analytics
GA4
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Home office stipend
Unlimited PTO
Be essential at Cars Commerce
At Cars Commerce, we’re fanatical about simplifying everything about car buying and selling. We do right by our customers and consumers to better connect the industry with simplified and tierless technology to enhance, measure and drive local automotive retail. Whether through our No.1 most recognized marketplace, Cars.com, our industry-leading digital experience, Dealer Inspire, our trade and appraisal technology, AccuTrade, our reputation-based digital wholesale auction marketplace, Dealerclub, or our new Cars Commerce Media Network, Cars Commerce is essential for success in the automotive industry.
No one ever travels alone here: at its core, Cars Commerce is collaboration. In fact, it’s built into the very fabric of our shared values. We like to say we Rise Together – putting people at the center of what we do, from consumer to customer to community. Life at Cars Commerce makes it easy when we share the ethos to be Open to All, encouraging open-minded communication because we know diverse thinking yields better outcomes. But critical to our success is Caring to Challenge and Taking Ownership, fueling a competitive spirit in a respectful environment where we think about tomorrow but act today. At our foundation, we have integrity, Doing the Right Thing, even when it’s hard. It’s our shared commitment to these values that makes Cars Commerce a place where growth becomes not only possible, but downright unavoidable.
But don’t take our word for it. We are proud to be named one of Built In’s 2026 Best Places to Work in Chicago and across the U.S. Ready to make your mark? Join a team that’s driving real change in the automotive industry.
About the Role:
The Account Executive (AE), Major Accounts will work closely with and provide essential support to the Enterprise Sales Executive (EAE), ensuring customer success and retention while assisting with account growth. This role is ideal for those who excel at collaboration, managing customer relationships and value the importance of in-person interaction.
This role will support accounts primarily in the South and Southwest
What You’ll Do:
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Serving as a key contact for customers, focusing on customer sales and retention success.
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Assisting in managing account portfolios and maintaining revenue targets for various business lines.
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Supporting the sales or referral of Cars Commerce products/services to current customers and new prospects.
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Collaborating closely with the Enterprise Sales Executive (EAE) to execute account strategies.
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Preparing reports and audits for assigned accounts, pulling key insights to inform decision-making.
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Identifying and assisting in upsell opportunities, working with the Enterprise Sales Executive (EAE) to close deals.
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Demonstrating strong remote sales techniques and product knowledge to retain and grow accounts.
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Traveling up to 50% for client visits.
About You:
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Experience in customer service and retention, with a focus on solutions-based selling.
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Ability to work collaboratively with the Enterprise Sales Executive (EAE), contributing to shared goals.
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Confident and proficient in utilizing technology for virtual and in-person meetings and presentations.
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Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills in a remote setting.
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Strong business acumen and ability to understand client needs and industry trends.
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Prior experience in advertising, SaaS, software solutions sales, or digital marketplace.
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Experience in the automotive industry is a plus.
What You Bring:
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Proven ability to identify and close sales opportunities.
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5+ years of relevant sales experience in a complex, SaaS or advertising environment.
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Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
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Consistent track record of quota attainment and a drive to continuously succeed.
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CRM fluency: Salesforce (preferred), HubSpot, or Microsoft Dynamics.
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Experience in Google Analytics and GA4 analysis preferred.
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Experience selling complex digital advertising, ad tech, marketing SaaS, classifieds, automotive solutions, and/or marketplaces solutions to business leaders.
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Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time to meet with clients face-to-face and further develop business relationships.
In this spirit of pay transparency, we are excited to share the compensation for this role. The range is expressed as total target compensation (base salary + variable). If you are hired at Cars Commerce, your total target compensation will be determined based on factors such as skills and/or experience. If the range is close to what you’re seeking, then we encourage you to apply and learn more about the total compensation package and benefits for this position.
Total Target Compensation Range
$118,600.00-177,900.00
Our Comprehensive Benefits Package includes:
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Medical, Dental & Vision Healthcare Plans
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New Hire Stipend for Home Office Set-Up
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Generous PTO
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Paid Holidays, Floating Holiday, Volunteer Day, Recharge Day
Learn more about our Benefits, Perks, & Culture on our LinkedIn Life Pages!
For US-based Positions: Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Please note that we are unable to sponsor employment visas at this time.
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