Representative, Dealer Operations (Remote)Austin, United States of AmericaThe Dealer Collections Representative is responsible for inbound/outbound communications with dealers related to receivable balances, reconciling billing discrepancies, payment and refund validations, ancillary product cancellations, missing equipment claims, participation chargebacks, and unwinds/flat cancels. The representative supports and monitors our dealer partners, builds a solid understanding of dealership culture, positions, and business practices, maintains a cooperative relationship with the sales team and other internal partners, and ensures practices are compliant with external regulations and internal policies.Essential Functions:
Execute and receive communications with Dealers, via phone, mail, chat, or e-mail, regarding statements, payment instructions, cancellation requests, missing equipment claims, participation chargebacks, unwinds, inquiries, and any other related items
Maintain a clear understanding of other departments processes including Payments, Dealer Management, and Titles teams.
Supporting our dealer partners with customized solutions including the negotiating of settlements, payment plans and/or other arrangements.
Provide exceptional service while handling complaints, inquires, and requests via incoming Dealer e-mails, phone calls, and chat.
Effectively handle difficult dealer conversations by utilizing conflict resolution techniques and word tracks.
Properly escalate complaints and issues from dealers and internal partners.
Analyze data and partner with administrators to insure customer deficiency balances and refunds are properly collected and distributed to mitigate negative customer impact.
Build relationships with Dealerships and work closely with sales to support new business.
Work cohesively with Payment Services, Sales Partners, Dealer Management, Titles and other Santander teams to provide best in class service for our dealer customers, remain compliant and to mitigate potential customer harm.
Perform other tasks related to the SC receivables, including analyzing data on reports and spreadsheets, data entry or correction, and collaboration with other departments.
Properly document communication activity within the system of record.
Perform required functional processes in a timely manner, ensuring deadlines are met.
Other Functions:
Special projects as assigned
Other duties as assigned
Requirements:Education:
High school diploma or GED required.
Bachelor's Degree: Business, Finance, or equivalent degree, is preferred.
or equivalent work experience.
Experience:
1-3 years’ experience in the Auto Finance field is preferred.
1-3 years’ experience in Auto Dealer Services is preferred.
Previous Collections, Call Center, or Auto Dealership experience is preferred.
Skills & Abilities:
Proficient in basic PC applications, including Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook).
Intermediate to advanced typing and data entry processing skills.
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external customers.
Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Excellent organizational and time management skills with strong attention to detail.
Ability to educate customer on a service or product solution.
Ability to respond to internal and external requests as needed.
Ability to adhere to policies, procedures, and instructions of management.
Demonstrates ability to cope with ambiguous and changing environments and remains calm under pressure.
Takes initiative to present problems, concerns, questions and ideas.
Ability to effectively work within a team and/or individually effectively, ensuring deadlines are achieved.
Diversity & EEO Statements:At Santander, we value and respect differences in our workforce and strive to increase the diversity of our teams. We actively encourage everyone to apply.Santander is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.Working Conditions:Frequent Minimal physical effort such as sitting, standing and walking. Occasional moving and lifting equipment and furniture is required to support onsite and offsite meeting setup and teardown. Physically capable of lifting up to fifty pounds, able to bend, kneel, climb ladders.Employer Rights:This job description does not list all of the job duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You may be evaluated in part based upon your performance of the tasks listed in this job description. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description is not a contract for employment and either you or the employer may terminate at any time for any reason.Primary Location: Austin, TX, AustinOther Locations: Texas-AustinOrganization: Santander Consumer USA Inc.AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/F/Vet/Disabled/SO
