Area Sales Manager

Are you ready to take the wheel and drive success? SIXT is looking for an Area Sales Manager in the Chicago area to be responsible for the acquisition of corporate customers. They will identify, analyze, and develop potential customers to increase SIXT's portfolio. They will manage the SIXT business portal by contacting and responding to all leads generated through it. Apply now!

YOUR ROLE AT SIXT 

• Identify, convert and negotiate agreements with new local partners
• Oversee the strategic planning of sales activities and regularly monitor and push revenue development & growth
• Proactively and independently complete customer-centric activities that include but are not limited to lead generation, customer acquisition and follow-up calls, customer visits and any other events or meetings that strengthen the customer relationship
• Cooperate, educate and inspire branch team members in the lead generation process and maintain good working relationships with branch managers from the sales region
• Help oversee customer-specific solution implementations for your corporate clients
• Alongside our partners carry out trainings, sales calls, workshops, and other marketing activities, including representing Sixt at industry events or trade fairs

YOUR SKILLS MATTER 

• Experience You have 3+ years of work experience in B2B sales within the travel industry, mobility services sector, automotive industry, or related
• Education You have a bachelor's degree preferably in Business Administration, Hospitality, or related fields and are authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
• Technical Proficiency You are experienced with computer systems including Microsoft Office, Salesforce, and other CRM's
• Soft Skills You demonstrate strong organizational skills, can multi-task effectively, and excel in professional communication
• Commitment to Excellence You have a demonstrated passion and skill for sales, and have a proven ability to recognize complex customer needs and match those with suitable offers
• Travel You are flexible and willing to travel within the designated territory 
• Availability You are committed to working full time to meet business needs

WHAT WE OFFER

• Comprehensive Health & Insurance Access healthcare coverage (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, pet insurance, and a 401k retirement plan
• Paid Time Off & Sick Leave Enjoy PTO, sick leave, floating paid holidays and a healthy work-life balance 
• Lucrative Bonus Plan Take advantage of competitive performance-based incentives with uncapped commission structures
• Company Car Enjoy riding in the newest fleet available on the market 
• Exclusive Employee Rentals Leverage special rental discounts exclusive to employees, offering great savings for you, friends, and family

About the department:
SIXT stands for premium quality not only in regards to vehicles, but also in sales. The Customer is the King. As one of the most innovative, fastest-growing and profitable mobility providers in the world, the customer is always the focus for SIXT. Our sales department, as the most important bridge to our customers, enables us to further expand our market leadership in Germany and to intensively support SIXT in its international expansion. Sales at SIXT stands for a dynamic working atmosphere, innovative products, and excellent service quality. 

About us:
We are a leading global mobility service provider with sales of €3.07 billion and around 9,000 employees worldwide. Our mobility platform ONE combines our products SIXT rent (car rental), SIXT share (car sharing), SIXT ride (cab, driver and chauffeur services), SIXT+ (car subscription) and gives our customers access to our fleet of 222,000 vehicles, the services of 1,500 cooperation partners and around 1.5 million drivers worldwide. Together with our franchise partners, we are present in more than 110 countries at 2,098 rental stations. At SIXT, a first-class customer experience and outstanding customer service are our top priorities. We focus on true entrepreneurship and long-term stability and align our corporate strategy with foresight. Want to take off with us and revolutionize the world of mobility? Apply now!