About the Role
Secor Subaru seeks an experienced, driven, and customer-focused Finance & Insurance Manager to lead the Sales Department's growth. This role focuses on delivering exceptional customer experiences, maximizing profitability through ethical product sales, and maintaining high compliance and integrity standards. It offers a proven automotive finance professional an opportunity to join a respected dealership with strong leadership, a loyal customer base, and significant earning potential.
Responsibilities
- Manage all aspects of the Finance & Insurance process from deal structure through funding
- Present financing options and protection products professionally and transparently
- Secure financing through approved lending institutions
- Submit credit applications and negotiate approvals with lenders
- Present vehicle service contracts, GAP coverage, maintenance plans, and other protection products
- Ensure all documentation is accurate, complete, and compliant
- Monitor contract funding and promptly resolve lender stipulations
- Maintain strong relationships with lending institutions and product providers
- Collaborate closely with Sales Managers and Sales Consultants to maximize customer satisfaction and dealership profitability
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations
- Maintain high Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI) scores
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of Automotive F&I experience
- Proven record of achieving finance and product sales goals
- Strong understanding of automotive lending and dealership operations
- Excellent communication, presentation, and closing skills
- Strong organizational and time-management abilities
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced dealership environment
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
- CDK experience
- Dealertrack experience
- Knowledge of Connecticut title and registration processes
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent automotive retail experience
Skills
- Automotive Finance
- F&I Compliance
- Deal Structuring
- Lender Relations
- Customer Service
- Product Presentation
- Contract Preparation
- Negotiation and Closing
- Automotive Retail Operations
Location
- New London, CT
Work Type
- Full-Time
- 5-Day Work Week
- Evenings & Saturdays Required
- Closed Sundays
Experience Level
- Minimum 2 years of Automotive F&I experience
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent automotive retail experience
Salary/Compensations
- Competitive base salary plus performance-based commission
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with employer contribution
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Employee discounts on vehicles, parts, and service
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Career advancement opportunities within Secor Auto Group
- Positive, team-oriented work environment
- Closed Sundays
About the Company
- Secor Subaru is a respected dealership within the Secor Auto Group, known for strong leadership and a loyal customer base, currently undergoing an exciting new chapter of growth.
Equal Opportunity
- Secor Subaru is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in the workplace
