Market Development Manager

Join ESKA Finance as a Market Development Manager for France. Lead the charge in expanding our innovative, AI-driven financing solutions for microbusinesses. Use your deep knowledge of Automotive Finance and strong dealer network to drive growth, establish partnerships, and transform the market. Thrive in a collaborative environment where diversity, compassion, and simplicity are at the core of our mission. About ESKA Finance: Hi, we’re ESKA Finance. We revolutionize how microbusinesses purchase cars and commercial vehicles by providing them with nearly instant, simple and hassle-free financing solutions. With a unique blend of expertise in both finance and vehicles, we truly understand our customers’ needs and gear our products accordingly. We were done with traditional banks ignoring the needs of micro-entrepreneurs, so we decided to do things differently. Entrepreneurs and rebels ourselves, we created ESKA to empower small businesses with big dreams. Where banks see problems - we see opportunities. Where they generate inefficiencies and paperwork - we innovate and introduce AI-driven solutions. What takes them weeks, we do in minutes. All of that to fuel our customers’ growth and help them turn their dreams into reality. We develop innovative technologies that provide underbanked and overlooked borrowers with better access to credit. From our employees to our dealers, partners, and borrowers, we are building a company and a culture around a belief in the power of diversity. We closely collaborate with our dealership partners to drive growth and expand the audiences they serve. Like what you’re hearing? Gear up and join us on this exciting ride to a revolution in SME lending. About You and ESKA Finance: We are searching for a Market Development Manager for France to join our growing sales team. This position will lead the charge as we work to develop a market presence in France. The ideal candidate will utilize their deep understanding of Automotive Finance and extensive network of Dealer contacts to quickly establish partnerships and increase contract volume while gaining market share. Reporting directly to the CEO, they will partner with Senior Leadership to identify high potential sub-markets and determine the right number of sales managers necessary to maximize growth potential. Are you passionate about driving success in the automotive industry and / or FinTech through collaboration and diversity? Why Join ESKA: Innovative Environment: Work at the forefront of AI-driven finance technology, disrupting the status quo in SME financing. Impactful Work: Empower businesses, transforming aspirations into realities of car ownership and financial independence. Collaborative Culture: Thrive in a supportive team environment where your ideas are valued, and your contributions make a direct impact on our growth and success. Responsibilities Utilize strong interpersonal skills and a proven sales aptitude to sign up new dealerships to our network Ensure success of these relationships by training dealers how to effectively utilize the ESKA Finance platform and maximize profit through deal structuring Partner with our underwriting and sales teams in order to provide a first class customer experience to our dealers and consumers Consistently analyze and review business trends to identify gaps to plan and execute. Identify, understand and analyze dealer’s opportunities and needs as well as promote growth. Build high quality relationships at all levels Build partnership programs with manufacturers / importers / dealers Use data to determine the market share potential for ESKA Finance in France, and identify the need for additional team members in the area Establish specific, time-sensitive goals for new dealer enrollments and contract volume Experience / Abilities Minimum of 5 years experience working in Automotive Finance / Insurance / Lending or Auto dealerships Bilingual fluency in French and English An existing network of dealer contacts in the defined territory A valid driver’s license Ready to travel - minimum travel of 80% in the market Experience with CRM tools Requirements Exceptional customer service, communication, and organizational skills. Demonstrated ability to self-organize. Strong team orientation with the ability to excel independently. Positive, proactive attitude with a strong willingness to learn and adapt. Fluency in French and English. Experience with CRM tools preferred. Prior sales experience is essential; familiarity with the automotive industry is beneficial. We believe: Diversity is a competitive advantage. We celebrate our differences, and are better when we have a variety of experiences, viewpoints, and backgrounds. That is why we finance immigrants. Compassion is a strength. We care about our customers and our dealers and look to build long-term relationships with them. Simplicity is a key feature. We work hard to make our forms and processes as painless and intuitive as possible. Financial opportunity belongs to everyone. We work every day to improve lives by extending this opportunity. How to applyReady to join our team? Apply now by submitting your resume and a brief cover letter explaining why you're the perfect fit for the Product Manager position at ESKA Finance. First name * Last name * Country * City * Email * Phone * Select a resume/portfolio or drag and drop them here* #J-18808-Ljbffr