At Kia, we’re creating award-winning products and redefining what value means in the automotive industry. It takes a special group of individuals to do what we do, and we do it together. Our culture is fast-paced, collaborative, and innovative. Our people thrive on thinking differently and challenging the status quo. We are creating something special here, a culture of learning and opportunity, where you can help Kia achieve big things and most importantly, feel passionate and connected to your work every day.
Kia provides team members with competitive benefits including premium paid medical, dental and vision coverage for you and your dependents, 401(k) plan matching of 100% up to 6% of the salary deferral, and time off starting at 14 days per year. Kia also offers company lease and purchase programs, company-wide holiday shutdown, paid volunteer hours, and premium lifestyle amenities at our corporate campus in Irvine, California.
Status
Exempt
Summary
The purpose of this position is to develop the skills and knowledge to become a successful District Sales Manager within KUS's structure.
- At the direction of the Regional Sales Manager, support all regional sales positions - Distribution, Dealer Development, and Marketing.
- Supports regional sales operations to assure KUS sales policies and procedure are understood and implmented by the dealer body.
Major Responsibilities
Priority 1st - 35% - Support Regional Sales Manager in Day to Day operations
Priority 2nd - 30% - Support District Sales Managers in their achievement of objectives and daily tasks.
Priority 3rd - 15% - Monitor retail and wholesale performance up to the regional level.
Priority 4th - 15% - Support all regional sales positional – Distribution, Dealer Development, and Marketing.
Priority 5th - 5% - Miscellaneous programs, projects and assignments as determined and requested by Regional Sales Manager.
Education/Certification
- Bachelor degree or equivalent work experience required
Overall Experience
- 0-3 years’ work or internship experience required
Directly Related Experience
- Knowledge of automotive manufacturers and/or distributors and their relationship with their dealers is a plus for Analyst assignment .
Skills
Intermediate PC skills in a windows-based environment
Well organized, with the ability to complete projects as assigned
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Must be self initiating; able to work under minimal supervision and under high pressure and stress with multiple same time deadlines.
Excellent Communication Skills Required (written And Oral)
Competencies
CHALLENGE - Solving Complex Problems
COLLABORATION - Building and Supporting Teams
CUSTOMER - Serving Customers
GLOBALITY - Showing Community and Social Responsibility
PEOPLE - Interacting with People at Different Levels
Adapting to Change
Championing Customer Needs
Communicating Effectively
Delivering High Quality Work
Entrepreneurial Thinking
Managing Resources
Pay Range
$67,211 - $76,919
Pay will be based on several variables that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to, job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, etc.
Equal Employment Opportunities
KUS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, including pregnancy and childbirth and related medical conditions, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, legally protected physical disability or mental disability, legally protected medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, protected veteran or military status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. KUS complies with applicable law governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which KUS has offices. The KUS EEO policy applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment.
Disclaimer: The above information on this job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification and for this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.