Dealer Network & Programs Manager
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About the Role
The Dealer Network & Programs Manager is a key member of the Dealer Sales organization responsible for building, documenting, executing and continuously improving the operating system behind the EcoWater dealer network. This manager owns the end-to-end dealer lifecycle, from onboarding through ongoing support, program participation, dealer health tracking, transitions and terminations. This role is both a strategic program builder and a hands-on process owner. The successful candidate will create scalable dealer programs, clear documentation, repeatable workflows and measurable reporting that improve dealer experience, reduce friction for Business Development Managers, and support long-term growth across the dealer channel. This position also serves as a strategic business partner across Dealer Sales, Marketing, Finance, Product Management, Customer Experience, and Operations, balancing program strategy with hands-on execution.
Build a best-in-class dealer operating model that ensures every dealer-facing process is clear, documented, measurable, compliant and consistently executed across the organization.
Responsibilities
- Manage the full dealer lifecycle, including onboarding, setup, maintenance, transitions, and terminations.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure accurate dealer setup, program enrollment, and operational readiness.
- Maintain dealer records, territory assignments, account access, and lifecycle status tracking.
- Lead the development, administration, and continuous improvement of dealer programs, including rebates, MDF, recognition, and support initiatives.
- Establish program structures, eligibility requirements, communications, reporting, and governance processes.
- Monitor program performance, budgets, participation, and ROI while driving dealer adoption and engagement.
- Own and continuously enhance the EcoWater Dealer Playbook and all dealer-facing documentation.
- Develop and maintain SOPs, process documentation, templates, guides, FAQs, and communication standards.
- Ensure documentation remains accurate, user-friendly, compliant, and aligned with business needs through regular reviews.
- Serve as the primary coordinator for dealer experience improvements by identifying and resolving process challenges.
- Gather and analyze dealer feedback to drive network support enhancements and operational improvements.
- Support consistent dealer communications, business reviews, and performance discussions.
- Develop and maintain dashboards, scorecards, and reporting tools to monitor dealer performance and program engagement.
- Track key dealer metrics, including onboarding progress, program participation, training, territory coverage, and issue resolution.
- Deliver actionable insights and recommendations to leadership to improve dealer health, processes, and strategic decision-making.
- Lead cross-functional initiatives related to dealer programs, onboarding, communications, process improvements, and system enhancements.
- Drive project execution through clear plans, timelines, accountability, and stakeholder alignment.
- Identify and escalate risks, remove roadblocks, and ensure timely delivery while balancing dealer and business needs.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Sales, Business Analytics, Communications, or a related field preferred.
- 5-10 years of progressive experience in channel marketing, dealer/distributor program management, sales operations, trade marketing, customer program management, business analytics, sales enablement, partner marketing, or dealer network operations.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills; strong Microsoft Word skills for professional documentation and communications.
- Experience with CRM, Power BI, Tableau, Salesforce, HubSpot, or similar analytics/reporting tools preferred.
- Excellent communication, project management, organization, prioritization, follow-through, and cross-functional influencing skills.
- Self-motivated, detail-oriented, resourceful, and comfortable balancing strategic program work with hands-on execution in a fast-paced environment.
Pay
$64,000.00 - $96,000.00
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, 401k matching, and more.