Marketing Account Executive - OpenRoad Auto

DRIVING POSSIBILITIES.

We are Hiring! 
This position is currently vacant, and we are actively hiring!

Position: Marketing Account Executive

Status: Full-Time

Dealership: NewRoads a division of OpenRoad Auto Group
Department: Marketing

We believe in doing good for our customers and for ourselves. Whether it’s launching the most anticipated model of the year or purchasing a vehicle for your next adventure, great people and relationships are at every turn with OpenRoad.

We are proud of our forward-thinking culture developed over 40 years of continuous improvement initiatives. OpenRoad is one of the largest and fastest-growing automotive retail groups in the country (representing 21 automotive brands across 41 locations) with a shared vision to become the national automotive leader in customer experience. As one of Canada’s Best Employers and Best Managed Companies, we are looking for team players who are excited to continually learn, work hard, and take ownership of their roles.

If you love the idea of joining an organization with unlimited possibilities to accelerate your career, then apply to OpenRoad and grow with us today! 

The position requires flexibility to work full-time in Newmarket Ontario , and travel regularly to client meetings in person across Ontario dealerships

A Career at OpenRoad Means You’ll Enjoy:

Opportunity to work with a variety of OEM BRANDS: Acura, Audi, BMW, Chevrolet Cadillac Buick GMC, Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, Honda, Jaguar, Land Rover, Lexus, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, MINI, Porsche, Rolls-Royce, Subaru, Toyota, Volkswagen

Amazing associate Incentives

Internal and External, Training & Development opportunities for skill development and growth

Be part of collaborative, friendly, and progressive work culture with an emphasis on transparency, innovation, relationship, and empowerment

Comprehensive Extended Health and Dental plan; tailored toward Associate wellness

Recognition and Engagement Events!

Work Scope

Part of an in-house, full-service marketing agency in automotive retail

Primary marketing advisor to dealership general managers

Marketing strategy and performance for assigned portfolio of dealerships

Marketing budgets across assigned dealerships

Dealership marketing plans aligned with OEM brand standards and program requirements

Internal authority on assigned OEM brands: campaigns, scorecards, co-op funds, ROI

End-to-end campaigns to meet monthly sales and business goals

Dealership Marketing Strategy

Translate dealership and group objectives into actionable marketing strategies and sales

Proactively deliver monthly opportunities across model lines and lifecycle campaigns

Deliver multi-channel marketing strategies across internal marketing teams

Own dealership CRM and lifecycle marketing

Incorporate local market conditions, OEM data, and market share into campaigns

Benchmark competitors

Client Relations

Be the marketing liaison for dealerships and OEM partners

Participate in OEM meetings

Communicate OEM programs and compliance

Advocate for dealership needs

Support OEM marketing reviews and brand compliance

Partnerships

Develop brand and vendor partnerships

Support community, event and supplier partnerships

Collaborate on partner negotiations, evaluations, and goal alignments

Integrate partner activities into broad marketing strategies

Ensure partner initiative compliance

Project Coordination

Prepare briefs and priorities aligned to brand, market, and performance goals

Lead cross-functional execution by marketing teams

Ensure consistent execution with approved strategies, brand standards and requirements

Collaborate with subject-matter experts from Marketing and external agencies

Reports & Performance Monitoring

Conduct concise monthly marketing performance reviews with dealer clients in person

Oversee marketing reports to align with OEMs and dealers

Monitor dealer performance against scorecards

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

3+ years marketing experience in fast-paced retail and multi-location settings

Strong strategic thinker for growth

Understanding of automotive sales cycles

Experience with multi-channel campaigns

Demonstrated ability to manage budgets

Strong presentation and stakeholder management skills

Excellent communication skills - written and verbal

Highly organized to manage multiple priorities at once

Experience in dynamic and time-sensitive environments

Strong understanding of regional variations in consumer behaviours

Passion for automotive an asset

We are an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity. We stand behind the growth of our associates to help them achieve their vision and goals.

This job posting is for an existing position within our organization, and we are actively seeking qualified candidates to fill this role. We prioritize transparency in our hiring practices and strive to provide applicants with clarity regarding each opportunity’s nature and purpose.

OpenRoad Auto is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Internal Candidates MUST apply by filling out the Internal Endorsement Form on the Intranet. Failure to complete the form will cause a delay in your application. 

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We thank all applicants in advance, however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted

JOIN US AND GROW WITH US!