About this opportunity
Trio Capital lists this Director of Strategic Accounts opportunity in fellowship, New Jersey. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Description
We are seeking a driven and accomplished National Strategic Account Executive to lead the development and acquisition of high-value major accounts within the small-ticket dealer and manufacturer equipment finance market. This senior-level sales professional will be responsible for identifying, qualifying, and onboarding manufacturer and large dealer programs that sell directly or indirectly to businesses.
In this role, you will build and nurture executive-level relationships, particularly at the C-suite level, and craft strategic partnerships that align with each client’s long-term goals. This is a high-impact, high-visibility role ideal for a polished business development professional who thrives in complex sales environments and has a proven track record of securing large-scale dealer partnerships.
Key Tasks
Identify and engage national manufacturers selling capital equipment across primary verticals
Develop and execute strategic account acquisition plans targeting high-potential, high-value partners
Navigate complex sales cycles and cultivate relationships at the C-level and VP-level within target organizations
Generate new business though prospecting, networking, referrals, industry events, and strategic outreach
Maintain an active pipeline of qualified opportunities and accurately forecast future production
Collaborate with senior leadership and underwriting to structure finance solutions that meet customer needs while achieving targeted risk-adjusted returns
Deliver high-impact presentations and solution-based proposals (face-to-face and virtually) tailored to each client’s sales and financial goals
Present Trio’s financing programs, technology tools, and value-added services to prospective partners
Lead contract negotiations and onboarding process for new accounts including signing dealer program agreements and negotiating program pricing
Lead the onboarding process to effectively roll out the program, including program kick off meetings (internally and externally)
Effectively use the CRM to document activities and manage opportunities
Collaborate with internal teams (finance, marketing, credit, operations) to ensure seamless execution and ongoing success of each relationship
Maintain a deep understanding of client business models, industry dynamics, and emerging trends
Drive product initiatives to expand the growth and success of the national account relationships
Work with internal colleagues to ensure products and systems meet our partner’s needs and execute campaigns and product rollouts
Collaborate with marketing and sales leadership to design new creative products, programs and marketing materials and assess them for effectiveness
Use program reports to track sales activities, penetration rates, and KPI’s
Conduct quarterly account reviews with each partner to assess feedback and iterate program
Key Performance Indicators
Number of new programs landed and established
Finance volume generates by program and within the quota of the role
Overall portfolio performance and risk-adjusted returns by programs
Dealer and customer satisfaction and retention
Cross-selling of Trio products and programs
Requirements
Skills and Specifications
Initiative-taking, collaborative, problem solving and eager to be part of a rapidly growing business.
Strong understanding of national account sales cycle, selling into large accounts in the small to mid-ticket (up to $500,000) markets
Strong understanding of the equipment finance market and ability to provide finance advice, recommendations, program proposals and operational guidance to equipment sellers
Experience qualifying and closing national accounts and formally responding to Request for Proposals (RFP)
Understanding of manufacturer-based programs in the equipment finance industry
Solid understanding of multiple markets and industries across the equipment finance industry
Proficiency with CRM (Salesforce.com), Power Point and Excel
Expert in qualification, relationship initiation, building and management; superior communications and people skills.
All aspects of Program Management with large national accounts
Enthusiastic, coachable, and accountable with a powerful sense of urgency
Understanding of financial pricing applications (T-Value, Super Trump, HP)
Education and Qualifications
7+ years’ selling experience in the equipment finance industry
Demonstrated history of closing C-level program agreements
Ability to bring a book of business or key major account contacts a plus
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education and experience preferred
Able to travel domestically up to 60% of the time
Company Summary
Trio is a proven equipment finance and working capital partner, dedicated to helping small businesses succeed by making access to finance solutions simple and dependable. As an independent, American-owned and operated organization, Trio is passionate about building lasting relationships and serving as a knowledgeable, trusted partner.
With experienced teams across credit, underwriting, and funding, Trio provides fast, reliable turnaround and a relationship-first approach that positions it as an extension of its partners’ businesses, helping them close more deals, deepen loyalty, and drive long-term growth.
Trio empowers and trains team members at all levels to make quick decisions in service to our relationships and ensure the flexibility and nimbleness required to compete in today’s marketplace. Trio is the perfect workplace for those who are motivated and have a desire to be part of a growing, agile, and diverse organization where you can make a difference every day.
The company offers a flexible work environment and encourages innovation and team member development. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision plans with HSA and FSA options; life insurance and disability plans; along with a generous PTO policy and employer-match company 401K plan.
Trio is a subsidiary of Channel, a leading provider of equipment finance and working capital financing solutions. The company operates five office locations in four states, repeatedly listing among Top Workplaces and ranked among the 500/5000 fastest-growing private companies in the U.S. by Inc. Magazine for more than 10 years consecutively.
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