Lead automotive industry relations from CADA’s Thornhill office, using strategic planning and relationship management in a hybrid full time position. Represent dealer interests with manufacturers, associations, and senior stakeholders across Canada and internationally.

As Executive Director, Industry Relations, you will guide strategies addressing evolving automotive challenges and strengthen partnerships across the sector. The role combines industry analysis, executive communication, program oversight, and leadership for CADA’s national association activities. Approximately 20% domestic and international travel is required.

Key Responsibilities:

- Monitor automotive trends, market dynamics, and emerging risks
- Build relationships with manufacturers, dealers, associations, and international organizations
- Lead committee activities, funding programs, and industry initiatives




- Oversee the CADA Summit, DSI Survey, publications, and resources
- Manage budgets, teams, consultants, suppliers, and strategic measures

Requirements:

- Minimum 15 years of relevant automotive industry experience
- Experience with automobile manufacturers and dealerships strongly preferred
- Understanding of franchised dealership operations and manufacturer-dealer relationships
- Strategic planning, analytical, leadership, and relationship management skills
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education, training, and experience

Apply automotive expertise, strategic judgment, and partnership-building skills to advance CADA’s dealer and industry relations priorities.

📌 Automotive Industry Relations Executive Director (Vaughan)
🏢 Canadian Automobile Dealers Association
📍 Vaughan