Strategic automotive industry leadership awaits at CADA in Thornhill, combining relationship building with a hybrid schedule and approximately 20% travel.

As Executive Director, Industry Relations, you will represent dealer interests with manufacturers and industry stakeholders. You will shape strategies addressing automotive challenges while strengthening partnerships across dealerships, provincial associations, and international organizations. The role also advances CADA’s strategic priorities through programs, research, publications, events, budgets, and team leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Monitor Canadian and global automotive trends, dynamics, and emerging risks

Build relationships with manufacturers, dealers, councils, and associations

Lead committee activities and Industry Relations funding programs





Oversee the CADA Summit and Dealer Satisfaction Index Survey

Manage budgets, publications, consultants, vendors, and a small team

Requirements

Minimum 15 years of relevant automotive industry experience

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education, training, and experience

Understanding of dealership operations and manufacturer-dealer relationships

Strategic planning, analytical, leadership, and relationship management skills

Experience managing budgets, projects, teams, and external partners

Use automotive expertise, strategic judgment, and senior relationship management to advance dealer interests through CADA’s industry relations work.

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