Strategic Account Director (Automotive)

TL;DR

Strategic Account Director (Automotive): Developing and growing strategic relationships with automotive Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) with an accent on aligning marketing technology, CRM, and data-driven solutions with OEM business objectives. Focus on driving measurable results across dealer networks, managing executive-level stakeholder relationships, and expanding program footprints.

Location: Remote (US) or Hybrid (must be based in the US given benefits and market focus)

Company

hirify.global is the largest provider of end-to-end, data-driven marketing and software solutions exclusively focused on the automotive customer lifecycle.

What you will do

• Develop and execute comprehensive strategic account plans for assigned automotive OEM partners.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with senior-level stakeholders across OEM corporate, regional, and field organizations.
• Identify and develop opportunities to expand hirify.global's marketing technology, CRM, and digital capabilities across OEM programs.
• Lead executive-level solution presentations, strategic planning sessions, and Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs).
• Collaborate with Product, Marketing, and Analytics teams to translate client objectives into internal requirements and action plans.
• Monitor account revenue, performance metrics, and retention risks to achieve growth objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or equivalent professional experience.
• 10+ years of professional experience working directly with automotive OEMs.
• Proven experience developing and managing senior and executive-level OEM relationships.
• Deep understanding of OEM corporate, regional/zone, and dealer network structures.
• Ability to travel approximately 30–50%.
• Strong expertise in automotive retail, digital marketing, CRM, and performance measurement.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with Shift Digital or J.D. Power automotive data and analytics platforms.
• Experience with Salesforce or similar enterprise CRM platforms.
• Background in SaaS, marketing technology, or data-driven marketing solutions.

Culture & Benefits

• "Work from Here" program allowing a choice between remote work and on-campus collaboration.
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan effective from day one.
• Generous paid time off (PTO).
• Inclusive work environment committed to diversity, equality, and mutual respect.