Account Executive, Majors - South and Southwest

Cars Open · verified Sep 14, 2026

3 Locations Full-time Mid-level Account Executive

Mid-level Account Executive role at Cars. 3 Locations · full-time · $118,600–$177,900 base.

On-target earningsStated by Cars

$118,600 – $177,900

On-target earnings for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting. Base plus commission; the split is in the posting.

Role brief

Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

You'll serve as a primary customer contact, supporting sales and retention outcomes
You'll manage account portfolios and revenue goals across multiple business lines
You'll work with the Enterprise Sales Executive to carry out account plans and close expansions
You'll prepare account reports and audits, using insights to guide decisions
You'll apply remote selling and product expertise while traveling up to fifty percent for client visits

What you bring

At least five years of sales experience in a complex SaaS or advertising setting
A bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, with a consistent record of meeting quota
The ability to find and close sales opportunities
Working knowledge of Salesforce, HubSpot, or Microsoft Dynamics; Google Analytics and GA4 are preferred
Experience selling digital advertising, ad tech, marketing SaaS, classifieds, automotive solutions, or marketplace offerings to business leaders

Who this fits

You'll suit a collaborative seller who can build customer relationships remotely and in person, understand client needs, and support an Enterprise Sales Executive. The accounts are mainly in the South and Southwest, with travel of up to fifty percent for face-to-face client work. You must be authorized to work in the United States, and employment visa sponsorship is unavailable.

From the employer

Be essential at Cars Commerce

At Cars Commerce, we’re fanatical about simplifying everything about car buying and selling. We do right by our customers and consumers to better connect the industry with simplified and tierless technology to enhance, measure and drive local automotive retail. Whether through our No.1 most recognized marketplace, Cars.com, our industry-leading digital experience, Dealer Inspire, our trade and appraisal technology, AccuTrade, our reputation-based digital wholesale auction marketplace, Dealerclub, or our new Cars Commerce Media Network, Cars Commerce is essential for success in the automotive industry.

No one ever travels alone here: at its core, Cars Commerce is collaboration. In fact, it’s built into the very fabric of our shared values. We like to say we Rise Together – putting people at the center of what we do, from consumer to customer to community. Life at Cars Commerce makes it easy when we share the ethos to be Open to All, encouraging open-minded communication because we know diverse thinking yields better outcomes. But critical to our success is Caring to Challenge and Taking Ownership, fueling a competitive spirit in a respectful environment where we think about tomorrow but act today. At our foundation, we have integrity, Doing the Right Thing, even when it’s hard. It’s our shared commitment to these values that makes Cars Commerce a place where growth becomes not only possible, but downright unavoidable.

But don't take our word for it. We are proud to be named one of Built In's 2026 Best Places to Work in Chicago and across the U.S. Ready to make your mark? Join a team that's driving real change in the automotive industry.

About the Role:

The Account Executive (AE), Major Accounts will work closely with and provide essential support to the Enterprise Sales Executive (EAE), ensuring customer success and retention while assisting with account growth. This role is ideal for those who excel at collaboration, managing customer relationships and value the importance of in-person interaction.
This role will support accounts primarily in the South and Southwest

What You'll Do:

Serving as a key contact for customers, focusing on customer sales and retention success.
Assisting in managing account portfolios and maintaining revenue targets for various business lines.
Supporting the sales or referral of Cars Commerce products/services to current customers and new prospects.
Collaborating closely with the Enterprise Sales Executive (EAE) to execute account strategies.
Preparing reports and audits for assigned accounts, pulling key insights to inform decision-making.
Identifying and assisting in upsell opportunities, working with the Enterprise Sales Executive (EAE) to close deals.
Demonstrating strong remote sales techniques and product knowledge to retain and grow accounts.
Traveling up to 50% for client visits.

About You:

Experience in customer service and retention, with a focus on solutions-based selling.
Ability to work collaboratively with the Enterprise Sales Executive (EAE), contributing to shared goals.
Confident and proficient in utilizing technology for virtual and in-person meetings and presentations.
Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills in a remote setting.
Strong business acumen and ability to understand client needs and industry trends.
Prior experience in advertising, SaaS, software solutions sales, or digital marketplace.
Experience in the automotive industry is a plus.

What You Bring:

Proven ability to identify and close sales opportunities.
5+ years of relevant sales experience in a complex, SaaS or advertising environment.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
Consistent track record of quota attainment and a drive to continuously succeed.
CRM fluency: Salesforce (preferred), HubSpot, or Microsoft Dynamics.
Experience in Google Analytics and GA4 analysis preferred.
Experience selling complex digital advertising, ad tech, marketing SaaS, classifieds, automotive solutions, and/or marketplaces solutions to business leaders.
Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time to meet with clients face-to-face and further develop business relationships.

In this spirit of pay transparency, we are excited to share the compensation for this role. The range is expressed as total target compensation (base salary + variable). If you are hired at Cars Commerce, your total target compensation will be determined based on factors such as skills and/or experience. If the range is close to what you're seeking, then we encourage you to apply and learn more about the total compensation package and benefits for this position.

Total Target Compensation Range

$118,600.00-177,900.00

Our Comprehensive Benefits Package includes:

Medical, Dental & Vision Healthcare Plans
New Hire Stipend for Home Office Set-Up
Generous PTO
Paid Holidays, Floating Holiday, Volunteer Day, Recharge Day

Learn more about our Benefits, Perks, & Culture on our LinkedIn Life Pages!

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