District Sales Manager

About the Role

MMNA is seeking a District Sales Manager to join our North Regional Sales team. As a DSM, you will work in a business consultant capacity, assisting MMNA dealers to profitably sell Mitsubishi vehicles and accessories, while providing their customers with an excellent buying experience. This position supports 10 dealers in Michigan and Ohio. The ideal candidate must be located in Detroit, MI.

Responsibilities

• Attain district wholesale and retail sales objectives.
• Contact dealerships, and coordinate wholesale, retail vehicle, and P.O.E. accessory sales activities with dealer principal, general manager and/or department managers.
• Develop and maintain an effective, professional long-term relationship with dealers within the assigned district.
• Communicate with dealerships and provide consistent direction of policies, procedures, etc.
• Monitor dealer’s adherence with policies and procedures, and participation in sales, marketing, and advertising programs.
• Advise Region management of non-compliance situations and recommend solutions.
• Analyze individual dealership sales, market penetration, and vehicle inventory.
• Develop and recommend marketing/promotional strategies to assist dealership in maximizing wholesale/retail sales volume, profitability, and customer satisfaction.
• Educate Dealers on the constant changes in marketing; the use of social media, electronic marketing tools, “customer” Dealer rating (e.g., “Reputation”, Google Star, Cars.com).
• Enroll Dealers in the latest marketing Programs and Services.
• Work with Dealers on Mitsubishi logo and website compliance.
• Work with Dealers and their sales staff to assure they are properly trained using Mitsubishi’s Academy and MiShowroom and MiDelivery.
• Work with Dealers to research and resolve outstanding incentive payments.
• Work with Dealers in the utilization and claiming of their RDA and Co-op Funds.
• Coordinate, plan, and implement sales strategy with knowledge and cooperation of district counterparts.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in automotive sales, dealer relations, field operations, or OEM/distributor roles.
• Direct experience working with franchised automotive dealerships, preferably in a district or regional capacity.
• Strong understanding of retail automotive sales processes, vehicle inventory management, and dealer profitability drivers.
• Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and negotiation skills with the ability to influence dealer principals, general managers, and department leaders.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Comfortable working independently in a field-based role while collaborating closely with regional and district counterparts.
• Comfortable with extensive travel.
• Must maintain a valid unconditional driver’s license and a MMNA approved driving record.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience (preferred).
• Experience representing an OEM or distributor (DSM / FOM / Territory Manager role) is a differentiator.

Pay

The base salary for this position ranges between $90,000 to $100,000. The base salary will be based on a number of factors including the role offered, the individual's job-related knowledge, skills, and qualifications.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Discounted Employee Lease Car program, covering insurance, maintenance, and registration fees, with no down payment or credit check required.
• Assigned vehicle for this position, contingent upon a satisfactory driving record.
• 401(k) with Company match and annual contributions based on years of service.
• Professional development opportunities, including training, tuition reimbursement, and employee resource groups.
• Up to 30 days of paid time off, including holidays, vacation, and other leave options.