Area Manager

1 month ago

Shreveport, United States Westlake Services Full time
Area ManagerShreveport, LA| Remote

About Westlake Financial

Westlake Financial Services is the largest privately held auto finance company in the Nation. We are committed to growing and strengthening our organization by hiring the people that make Westlake World (our culture) what it is.

Westlake inventory financing was established in 2013 as a division of Westlake Financial Services - the leading lender for independent and franchise dealerships. Founded as a way to provide both independent and franchise dealers inventory financing plan lines of credit; Westlake strives to suit any business's needs. Westlake has financed over 190,000 vehicles for more than 3,000 dealerships in over 46 states. Our cutting-edge technology, customer service, unique partnerships, and flexible terms makes us the most dealer friendly inventory financing provider in the United States.

What's the role?

This position will be responsible to oversee all sales activities and account development within the assigned region. The ideal candidate has to manage quality and consistency of product and service delivery.

What is it like being part of our Sales team?

Our Sales team is the face of the company to our customers. They are our growth enablers whose focus is not only to increase the number of deals but also to create lasting partnerships. Being part of our sales team means you are a go-getter who's hungry to keep getting better in your craft, has relentless excitement in meeting and fostering relationships.

What you'll do as our Area Manager?

  • The primary responsibilities include building and maintaining relationships with customers, increasing the customers use of the line of credit, identifying and mitigating account risk and collections pre and post default.
  • The initial primary responsibilities are growing the portfolio by collection new dealer applications, including timely follow up on new leads and referrals.
  • Achieve goals and performance targets as set by the company by daily production and activities with calls and visits to customers, collaborating with internal partners to drive revenue and maximize profitability through prudent account management, controlled growth and risk mitigation.
  • Educate customers on desired account and audit performance, self-service options, and best practices and coach them to ensure compliance with company policies and expectations.
  • Collect and analyze customer financial information and various internal reports, scorecards, and dashboards to assess add monitor dealer performance and address with the dealer as appropriate to drive growth and manage risk.
  • Support the Risk department with post and pre-default risk mitigation.
  • Serve as a fiduciary for the company including identifying and reporting to the company any material information or internal non-compliance with company policies, attempted or actual fraud upon the company or any other circumstance that may require identification and reporting to protect the company.
  • Document notes and all activities and client interactions through various company CRSs as required by the company.
  • Create synergies throughout all Hankey Group companies.
  • Perform all other duties as assigned.
The above statements are intended only to describe the general nature of the job and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of position responsibilities.

Qualities we look for in our Area Manager
  • Bilingual (English, Spanish)
  • Knowledge of the automotive industry (various sectors)
  • Strong financial acumen with working knowledge of key financial tools and terminology
  • Strong presentation, verbal, and written communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills with ability to interact with clients, collaborate with internal team members. and external partners at various levels within the organization
  • Strong time management skills with ability to manage deadlines
  • Strong negotiation and collection skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work independently and in a remote environment
  • Proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams
  • BA/BS in related field and 3 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
  • 2+ years related experience in finance, sales, account management and/ or collections required
  • Travel: Greater than 25% with some overnight travel required
  • Ability to travel, fly, drive
  • Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time
  • Valid driver's license required for this position
What benefits do we offer?
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
  • Life Insurance and Long-term disability plans
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • 401K matching
  • Employee Stock Ownership Program in a $18.2 Billion Company, plus company matching
  • Wellness Programs
  • Metro Tap Card and Metro-link Reimbursement (for Los Angeles, CA employees only)
  • Career Path Opportunities
  • Discounts on Parks, Museums, Movie Tickets, and Attractions
  • Annual Flu Shot
  • Paid Vacations Days
  • Paid Sick days
  • Paid holidays
  • HGym (available in our Los Angeles, CA & Dallas, TX office)
  • Rental Car Discounts, Dell Member Purchase Program
  • UKG Wallet


Acknowledgement

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not unlawfully discriminate in employment. No question on this application is used for the purpose of limiting or excluding any applicant from consideration for employment on a basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. Equal access to employment, services, and programs is available to all persons. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the organization.

  • Area Manager

    1 month ago

    Shreveport, United States Westlake Financial Services Full time

    Area Manager Shreveport, LA| Remote About Westlake Financial Westlake Financial Services is the largest privately held auto finance company in the Nation. We are committed to growing and strengthening our organization by hiring the people that make Westlake World (our culture) what it is. Westlake inventory financing was established in 2013 as a...

  • Area Manager

    4 weeks ago

    Shreveport, United States Westlake Financial Services Full time

    Area Manager Shreveport, LA| Remote About Westlake Financial Westlake Financial Services is the largest privately held auto finance company in the Nation. We are committed to growing and strengthening our organization by hiring the people that make Westlake World (our culture) what it is. Westlake inventory financing was established in 2013 as a...

  • Area Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Shreveport, United States Westlake Financial Services Full time

    Area Manager Shreveport, LA| Remote About Westlake Financial Westlake Financial Services is the largest privately held auto finance company in the Nation. We are committed to growing and strengthening our organization by hiring the people that make Westlake World (our culture) what it is. Westlake inventory financing was established in 2013 as a...

  • Area Sales Manager

    1 month ago

    Shreveport, United States Westlake Financial Services Full time

    Area Sales Manager Shreveport, LA | Remote  About Western Funding Inc. Western Funding, a dynamic and fast-growing auto finance company, believes in PEOPLE with the PURPOSE and PASSION to assist our dealer partners throughout North America. Western Funding is a fast growing, specialized consumer finance company and subsidiary of Westlake Financial...

  • Area Sales Manager

    4 weeks ago

    Shreveport, United States Westlake Financial Services Full time

    Area Sales Manager Shreveport, LA | Remote  About Western Funding Inc. Western Funding, a dynamic and fast-growing auto finance company, believes in PEOPLE with the PURPOSE and PASSION to assist our dealer partners throughout North America. Western Funding is a fast growing, specialized consumer finance company and subsidiary of Westlake Financial...

  • Food Services Area Manager

    1 week ago

    Shreveport, United States Yona Ozark Full time

    Come rise above with Yona! Our employees are instrumental in maintaining a happy, healthy, and clean environment for the residents. We depend on our team members to be highly motivated, committed, and compassionate individuals who share our vision and work together to attain it. Our work environment encourages responsibility for personal growth and promotes...

  • Area Maintenance Manager

    2 months ago

    Shreveport, United States Amazon.com, Inc. Full time

    Reliability, Maintenance, and Engineering (RME) is hiring for Area Maintenance Managers! At Amazon we believe that Every Day is still Day One! Were working to be the most customer-centric company on earth. To get there, we need exceptionally talente Maintenance Manager, Manager, Maintenance, Property Management, Electrical

  • Area Manager- Must Have Industrial Experience

    3 weeks ago

    Shreveport, United States EnviroVac, The Clean Company Full time

    Manage the operations and client-facing functions, and, the financial success of a market area and customer base. Responsible for the efficient and safe work activities of all employees; responsible for providing appropriate support to managers, supe Area Manager, Manager, Industrial, Experience, Operations, Financial, Business Services

  • Cafe Manager

    3 weeks ago

    Shreveport, United States SLA Management Full time

    Caf Manager - Floater The Caf Manager (Float) is responsible for ensuring and maintaining regular daily operations of the designated area. This is a full-time position (generally 8 hours daily, Monday-Friday). ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Complete other duties or administrative request requests as assigned by the Leaders of SLA. 2. Ensuring that...

  • Area Coach

    2 months ago

    Shreveport, United States Pizza Hut Full time

    Description: We are currently seeking an experienced multi-unit manager to join our team who will provide leadership and deliver an outstanding customer experience while ensuring we are running profitable restaurants. As a District Manager/Area Coach you would be expected to: * Lead the daily operations of 6-8 restaurants * Train, develop and supervise 5-8...

  • Area Supervisor>

    4 weeks ago

    Shreveport, United States DDS DISCOUNTS Full time

    dd's Discounts - 9074 Mansfield Road [Store Supervisor / Department Manager] As an Area Supervisor at dd's Discounts, you'll: Understand that safety is the number one priority and practices safe behaviors in everything they do; Maintain a high level of awareness on the sales floor to create a safe and secure shopping environment for everyone; Treat all...

  • Area Manager- Must Have Industrial Experience

    3 weeks ago

    Shreveport, United States Envirovac Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionEnviroVac is a company that brings fresh ideas and solutions to the business of a clean environment.  It is our people who make the difference and leave the world a cleaner, more beautiful place. We are proud to provide cost-effective and environmentally-sound solutions for Industrial Cleaning.  POSITION SUMMARY: Manage the...

  • Transatlantic Area Manager

    3 weeks ago

    Shreveport, United States Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits Full time

    What You Need To Know Open your future to incredible career potential. Work for an industry-leader who invests in their people. Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits is North America's preeminent wine and spirits distributor, as well as a family-owned, privately held company with a 50+ year legacy of success. We were named by Newsweek as a Most Loved Workplace...

  • Senior Therapeutic Area Specialist, Neuro Psych

    4 weeks ago

    Shreveport, United States Bristol Myers Squibb Full time

    Working with Us Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those aren't words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely interesting work happens every day, in every department. From optimizing a production line to the latest breakthroughs in cell therapy, this is work that transforms the...

  • Hospitality Manager

    1 month ago

    Shreveport, United States The Glen Retirement System Full time

    Benefits: Paid holidays on hire 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Training & development Vision insurance We are seeking a Hospitality Manager to work with our dining team to help us better shape a stronger hospitality-focused atmosphere for residents, families and employees. THE...

  • Maintenance Manager

    1 month ago

    Shreveport, United States Clear Investment Group Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionIn this position, you will perform various corrective and preventive maintenance duties as well as special projects necessary to maintain and enhance the community, including, but not limited to, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, janitorial and grounds duties, etc. This individual may work alone or with others on a large...

  • Maintenance Manager

    4 weeks ago

    Shreveport, United States Clear Investment Group Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionIn this position, you will perform various corrective and preventive maintenance duties as well as special projects necessary to maintain and enhance the community, including, but not limited to, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, janitorial and grounds duties, etc. This individual may work alone or with others on a large...

  • Hospitality Manager

    1 month ago

    Shreveport, United States The Glen Retirement System Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionBenefits:Paid holidays on hire401(k)Dental insuranceHealth insurancePaid time offTraining & developmentVision insurance We are seeking a Hospitality Manager to work with our dining team to help us better shape a stronger hospitality-focused atmosphere for residents, families and employees.THE OPPORTUNITY:Hospitality Manager,...

  • Hospitality Manager

    4 weeks ago

    Shreveport, United States The Glen Retirement System Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionBenefits:Paid holidays on hire401(k)Dental insuranceHealth insurancePaid time offTraining & developmentVision insurance We are seeking a Hospitality Manager to work with our dining team to help us better shape a stronger hospitality-focused atmosphere for residents, families and employees.THE OPPORTUNITY:Hospitality Manager,...

  • Assistant Property Manager

    2 months ago

    Shreveport, United States UL Coleman Companies Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionAssistant Property Manager Summary ● Established Property Management firm seeks a dynamic Multifamily/Apartment Assistant Manager with a real go-getter personality. A high school diploma and customer service or retail experience is required. Sales and property management experience a plus.Assistant Property Manager...