Job Type
Full-time
Description
Seattle, WA | Mercedes-Benz | Sprinter Vans | Hospitality | B2B Sales | Commercial van | Fleet | Account management | Commercial vehicle sales | Pacific Northwest | Veterans encouraged to apply
IS THIS YOU?
• You're a self-starting B2B sales professional who understands commercial clients - their operational needs, their procurement processes, and the value of a long-term account relationship
• You have sales experience with commercial vans, trucks, or fleet vehicles - or strong account management experience in a commercial environment - and you're ready to bring that to the world's leading Sprinter brand
• You build client relationships that last beyond the sale and you take genuine pride in being a trusted resource for the businesses you serve
WHAT YOU'LL DO
• Drive Sprinter van sales and commercial vehicle profitability - selling new and pre-owned Sprinter vans, consistently meeting or exceeding dealership targets while conducting business ethically and with genuine care for every client
• Build and develop long-term client relationships - consulting with commercial prospects to understand their payload, upfit, and operational requirements and presenting the right vehicle solutions
• Actively prospect and develop new business - through outreach, online leads, referrals, and networking across Seattle's commercial and fleet community
• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned accounts - staying in close contact post-sale, addressing issues promptly, and ensuring long-term client satisfaction
• Manage all client activity through the CRM - maintaining detailed, accurate records of interactions, follow-ups, and account status
• Monitor the commercial vehicle market - tracking industry trends, customer needs, and competitor offerings to develop effective sales strategies and grow market share
• Collaborate with service, parts, and finance teams - ensuring seamless client experiences across the full commercial vehicle ownership lifecycle
• Maintain compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations affecting commercial vehicle sales
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
• 1+ years of sales experience - commercial van, truck, or fleet experience strongly preferred; fleet management or commercial account management backgrounds highly valued
• Demonstrates a high HQ (Hospitality Quotient) - kindness and optimism, intellectual curiosity, strong work ethic, empathy, self-awareness, and integrity
• Deep understanding of commercial client needs - payload, upfitting, fleet operations, and business purchasing processes
• Strong CRM discipline and computer literacy - you manage your pipeline and your accounts with accuracy and consistency
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills - you build genuine client relationships and follow through on every commitment
• Self-starter with high energy and strong initiative - commercial sales requires proactive outreach and you thrive in that environment
• Knowledge of automotive products, Sprinter van capabilities, and commercial vehicle industry trends a significant plus
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
WHAT WE OFFER
• Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and supplemental coverage options
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Career growth - strong commercial account managers at Swickard grow into fleet director and multi-store commercial leadership roles
• Employee vehicle purchase and service discounts
• The backing of one of the country's most recognized Mercedes-Benz dealer groups and the Sprinter brand's industry-leading commercial vehicle lineup
Mercedes-Benz of Seattle's commercial vehicle operation gives a motivated Account Manager the brand, the product, and the market to build a genuinely rewarding B2B sales career. The Sprinter is the right vehicle for a wide range of Seattle's commercial buyers - and the account manager who understands their needs, earns their trust, and follows through after the sale builds a book of business that compounds over time.
If you're a self-starting commercial sales professional ready to grow your career at the intersection of the world's leading luxury brand and the Pacific Northwest's most active commercial market - we'd like to meet you.
Salary Description
$50,000 - $150,000 per year (commission-based)
