Sales Manager – Automotive - SaaS Fleet Management

Gables Search Group

Detroit, MI

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automation, Automotive Management, Automotive Sales, Automotive Technology, Best Practices, Business Skills, Business-to-Business (B2B), Channel Support, Communication Skills, Competitive Analysis/Strategy, Competitive Research, Contract Negotiation, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Systems, Customer Support/Service, Direct Sales, Enterprise Sales, Fleet Management, Forecasting, Health Maintenance, Marketing Plan, Needs Assessment, Partner Sales, Performance Reviews, Product Demonstration, Purchasing/Procurement, Reseller Channel, Revenue Planning, Sales, Sales Cycle, Sales Management, Sales Pipeline, Sales Prospecting, Sales Strategy, Salesforce.com, Software as a Service (SaaS), Technical Leadership, Technical Presentation, Technology Sales, Territory Development, Trade Shows, Truck Driver, Vehicle Fleets, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Detroit, MI
POSTED
4 days ago

Position:  Sales Manager – Automotive - SaaS Fleet Management

Location: Open

 

Well established company selling AI technology for Fleet Management is expanding rapidly across North America and seeking a high-impact sales professional to drive adoption of their full-stack SaaS automotive technology platform.

 

This role blends direct enterprise sales with strategic channel support, ensuring the company’s reseller partners are equipped and motivated to grow.

 

The individual will own a regional revenue target, manage the full sales cycle, and act as a trusted advisor to the company’s reseller network.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

  • Direct Sales Execution: Develop territory plans to grow adoption across fleets, dealerships, and commercial operators while managing the full sales cycle from prospecting to contract negotiation.
  • Reseller Channel Support: Serve as the primary contact for assigned partners, providing sales enablement, product training, deal strategy guidance, and support during customer demos.
  • Partner Growth: Develop partner-specific growth plans involving joint marketing, lead-sharing, and performance reviews.
  • Product Expertise: Maintain a deep understanding of the company’s products; telematics, workflow automation, and analytics—to articulate value to multiple buyer personas.
  • Pipeline Management: Utilize CRM best practices to maintain a healthy pipeline and provide accurate, consistent forecasting.
  • Market Insight: Gather competitive intelligence and identify emerging customer needs to advocate for platform enhancements.
  • Industry Presence: Represent the company at trade shows, industry events, and partner summits.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

 

  • Experience: 5+ years of B2B sales experience, ideally in automotive technology, SaaS, telematics, or fleet management.
  • Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with fleet operations, heavy-duty/commercial vehicles, and the operational needs of fleet managers or dealerships.
  • Sales Track Record: Proven success managing full sales cycles with mid-market and enterprise customers.
  • Channel Background: Previous experience working with reseller or channel partners is strongly preferred.
  • Communication: Strong ability to simplify complex technology for non-technical buyers and present comfortably to executives.
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in CRM tools such as Salesforce, Hubspot, or Zoho.
  • Travel: Ability to travel across North America as needed (25–40%).
  • Core Competencies: Must demonstrate technical curiosity, commercial acumen, relationship-driven trust-building, and operational discipline.

About the Company

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Gables Search Group

Gables Search Group headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio has been a leader in search and placement nationwide since 2002.  Our company specializes in both direct and contract (temporary) staffing in all industries and disciplines.

At Gables Search Group, we connect exceptional professionals with outstanding organizations.  Our commitment to integrity, excellence, partnership, innovation, and respect sets us apart. With a personalized approach to recruitment, we ensure the perfect match between candidates and employers.

Whether you are a talented professional seeking new opportunities or an organization looking to build a high-performing team, Gables Search Group is here to guide you through the journey. Our success is built on the success of our clients and candidates, and we are dedicated to making a positive impact on the careers and businesses we serve.

COMPANY SIZE
50 to 99 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
2002
WEBSITE
https://www.gablessearch.com/