Performance Manager – Inside | Cars.com | Remote (United States)

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<h3><strong>Be essential at Cars Commerce</strong></h3> <p>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, <strong>Cars.com</strong>, our industry-leading digital experience, <strong>Dealer Inspire</strong>, our trade and appraisal technology, <strong>AccuTrade</strong>, or our new <strong>Cars Commerce Media Network</strong>, Cars Commerce is essential for success in the automotive industry.</p> <p>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 <strong>Rise Together </strong>– 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 <strong>Open to All</strong>, encouraging open-minded communication because we know diverse thinking yields better outcomes. But critical to our success is <strong>Caring to Challenge</strong> and <strong>Taking Ownership</strong>, fueling a competitive spirit in a respectful environment where we think about tomorrow but act today. At our foundation, we have integrity, <strong>Doing the Right Thing</strong>, 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.</p> <p>But don’t take our word for it. As a U.S. News & World Report <strong>Best Company to Work For in 2024, we’re obsessive about the employee experience</strong>. We are among the top 20% being declared “Best” of our industry based on six critical factors that are important to employee wellbeing, like quality of pay, benefits, work life balance and more.</p> <h3><strong>About the Role:</strong></h3> <p>The following will be just a few of the responsibilities you will be assigned:</p> <ul> <li>Meeting preparation & presentation (web conferencing included)</li> <li>Performance updates with clients</li> <li>Develop, present & discuss client strategy</li> <li>Create and execute unique marketing ideas/strategy for a wide range of clientele</li> <li>Establish, record and manage SEO strategies</li> <li>Staying on top of industry trends</li> <li>Work seamlessly with a wide range of different departments.</li> </ul> <h3>Desired Skills & Experience</h3> <p>A successful performance manager requires excellent communication and analytics skills, marketing savvy and the ability to enjoy working in a fast-paced environment.</p> <h3>Required Skills:</h3> <ul> <li>Previous account management / project management</li> <li>Excellent customer service skills</li> <li>Strong, real world experience in SEO, SEM and Analytics</li> <li>Outstanding presentation & communication. MUST possess the ability to project over the phone.</li> <li>Must be very organized, punctual, and detail oriented</li> <li>Fast learner & interested in new technologies</li> <li>The ability to remain cool under pressure</li> </ul> <h3>Strong knowledge of:</h3> <ul> <li>SEO Fundamentals and Principles</li> <li>Paid search</li> <li>Content Marketing</li> <li>Google Analytics</li> <li>Social Media</li> <li>Website Design Best Practices</li> </ul> <p><em>In this spirit of pay transparency, we are excited to share the compensation for this role. The range is expressed as <strong>total target compensation (base salary + variable)</strong>. 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.</em></p> <p>Total Target Compensation Range$56,700—$68,050 USD</p> <h3>Our Comprehensive Benefits Package includes:</h3> <ul> <li>Medical, Dental & Vision Healthcare Plans</li> <li>401(k) with Company Match + Immediate Vesting</li> <li>New Hire Stipend for Home Office Set-Up</li> <li>Employee Stock Purchase Program</li> <li>Generous PTO</li> <li>Refuel – a service based recognition program where employees receive additional paid time away to learn grow and reset</li> <li>Paid Holidays, Floating Holiday, Volunteer Day, Recharge Day</li> <li>Learn more about our Benefits, Perks, & Culture on our <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/cars-com/life/deib/?viewAsMember=true" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">LinkedIn Life Pages</a>!</li> </ul> <p><em>We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. California Applicants: Click <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1k01iNneRFY6B7xou-PDiOSelUO7VHkrI/view?usp=sharing" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">here</a> to review our California Privacy Policy for Applicants. For current employees, please click <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Fd9A4ze7kETteDH76HJePP64LgAE1Rvv/view?usp=sharing" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">here</a> to review our California Privacy Policy for Employees.</em></p>

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