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Agora Data, Inc. · 1 day ago

Area Sales Manager - DC/VA/Maryland

Agora Data, Inc. is seeking an Area Sales Manager responsible for engaging and developing dealer loan originator participation in their platform. The role involves building a dealer pipeline, providing support to dealers, and collaborating with corporate teams to meet performance metrics.

AnalyticsAutomotiveFinanceFinancial ServicesFinTech

Responsibilities

Create and maintain a prospect account database for originators: Continuously build and manage a robust dealer pipeline, targeting both independent and franchise dealerships
Assist and reply to existing dealer queries: Be responsive to dealer questions through all forms of communication and provide timely support
Collaborate to meet corporate goals: Work with Account Managers and other departments to meet or exceed corporate targets
Drive performance through targeted dealer engagement: Plan weekly dealer interactions with clear objectives, whether it’s advancing surveys, securing MRAs, or getting commitments from decision-makers
Call First Approach: Prioritize calling dealers to introduce our program and set appointments for in-person meetings. Dedicate a couple of days each week to setting appointments, and when no appointments are scheduled, make a minimum of 30 calls per day to maintain engagement
Survey and MRA Execution: Complete 3-4 surveys per week (minimum of 2), and secure 4 executed Master Receivables Agreements (MRAs) monthly
Onboarding and Post-Launch Support: Provide onsite support during dealer onboarding and follow up within 5 business days of dealer launch
Document interactions: Log all dealer communications and outcomes in Zoho CRM

Qualification

Automotive finance experienceSales to dealership ownersMicrosoft Office SuiteZoho CRMConsultative sales approachInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsNegotiation skillsPresentation skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) in a relevant field
Minimum 5 years of automotive finance experience, with a focus on selling to dealership owners and top decision-makers
Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities while meeting deadlines
Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite and Zoho CRM
Ability to travel up to 25% of the time, possibly with short notice

Preferred

Ability to work independently and collaboratively with team members
Strong process discipline to consistently meet or exceed performance goals related to signed stores and loan volume
Consultative sales approach with strong persuasion, presentation, and phone communication abilities
Outstanding interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills to build relationships with dealers effectively

Benefits

Health Insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
401(k) Retirement Plan
Performance Commissions
Incentive Stock Options
Unaccrued PTO to support work-life balance

Company

Agora Data, Inc.

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Agora Data, Inc. is a leading consumer fintech company revolutionizing financing for the subprime and non-prime markets.

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$672M
Key Investors
Waterfall Asset ManagementPhoenix Merchant Partners
2025-06-10Debt Financing· $112M
2024-09-10Debt Financing· $100M
2024-03-19Debt Financing· $200M

Leadership Team

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Steve Burke
Chief Executive Officer
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Wendy Pratt
Vice President, Sales Strategy
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