Used Car Manager - Capital Ford Lincoln, Winnipeg

Job summary

The Used Car Manager is responsible for developing sales strategies to maximize profitability and managing inventory levels to meet market demands. They will also lead, mentor, and support the sales team while fostering strong customer relationships.

Job details

Company: Capital Ford Lincoln (Winnipeg) Drive the Inventory. Own the Results. Capital Ford Lincoln in Winnipeg is seeking a high-performing Used Car Manager ready to take control of our pre-owned operation and elevate it to the next level. This is more than a management role. It’s an opportunity to lead with strategy, maximize profitability, and build a used vehicle department defined by smart acquisition, disciplined pricing, and exceptional customer experience. If you thrive on data, move fast in competitive markets, and know how to turn inventory into opportunity this is your moment to lead. What’s In It for You (The Capital Advantage) We're one of Canada's Best Managed Companies for a reason! Financial Stability: Competitive pay plans that are reviewed regularly. True Work/Life Balance: Paid flex time and predictable scheduling so you can actually enjoy your time off. Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical and dental benefits, Short-Term and Long-Term disability, a Health Spending Account, plus an Employee Family Assistance Program. Incredible Perks: Employee discounts on vehicle purchases, parts, and servicing, corporate cell phone plan rates, years of service recognition gifts, and more! Investment in Your Future: Optional RRSP deductions – because long-term matters, too. Career Velocity: We prioritize promoting from within. You’ll get ongoing training and opportunities to grow your career across our Western Canadian network. Family First: A maternity leave top-up program and paid bereavement time so you can prioritize what matters most. Your Role as Used Car Manager Sales Performance: Develop and execute sales strategies to maximize used vehicle sales, gross profit, and customer retention. Inventory Management: Maintain optimal inventory levels and pricing strategies to meet market demands and profitability goals. Merchandising: Ensure vehicles are displayed to the highest standards and create impactful promotional campaigns. Team Leadership: Inspire, mentor, and support the Used Car Sales team to exceed performance targets. Customer Relations: Foster lasting relationships with customers to ensure satisfaction and loyalty. Collaboration: Work hand-in-hand with other department managers to align dealership-wide objectives. Strategic Planning: Assist the General Manager in planning advertising, sales promotions, and operational strategies for the Used Vehicle Department. What You Bring to the Role Demonstrated success in vehicle sales or sales management, with a strong track record in used car sales. Proven leadership and coaching skills to build and inspire a high-performing team. Results-oriented mindset with excellent problem-solving abilities. Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills. Passion for innovation and staying ahead of market trends. Ready to take the wheel and drive results? If you’re a strategic leader with a passion for performance and pre-owned excellence, we want to hear from you. Apply today and lead the next chapter of our success. #INDHP At Capital Automotive Group, our vision is to be the most respected auto group in North America. In keeping with our mission, we strive to move customers’ lives forward with the best in automotive solutions, service and people. Through demonstrating our core values of respect, transparency, care, excellence, and innovation, we stand out from the rest and create a growth-driven organization. Capital Automotive Group, founded in 1974, has expanded and continues to grow significantly. Our team consists of service technicians, product specialists and support staff from each location. Capital Automotive Group believes in providing an inclusive workplace where all individuals have the opportunity to succeed. We are committed to doing so by providing accessible employment practices. Requests for accommodation due to a disability can be made at any stage of the recruitment process.

What you’ll do

The Used Car Manager is responsible for developing sales strategies to maximize profitability and managing inventory levels to meet market demands. They will also lead, mentor, and support the sales team while fostering strong customer relationships.

Requirements

Candidates must have a demonstrated track record of success in vehicle sales or sales management. Strong leadership, coaching, and communication skills are essential for this role.

Benefits

• Competitive pay plans • Paid flex time • Medical benefits • Dental benefits • Short-term disability • Long-term disability • Health spending account • Employee family assistance program • Employee vehicle discounts • Parts and servicing discounts • Corporate cell phone plan rates • Years of service recognition • RRSP deductions • Maternity leave top-up • Paid bereavement time

Listed skills

• Problem solving · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Data analysis · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Team Leadership · Preferred
• Inventory management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Sales management
• Inventory management
• Pricing strategy
• Team leadership
• Mentoring
• Customer relations
• Strategic planning
• Data analysis
• Problem-solving
• Communication
• Interpersonal skills
• Market trend analysis
• Sales strategy
• Customer retention
• Merchandising
• Sales Strategy
• Promotional Campaigns
• Optimal Inventory Levels
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Planning
• Advertising Sales
• Life Coaching
• Automobile Dealership
• Customer Relationship Management
• Management
• Strategic Planning
• Customer Service
• Customer Retention
• Discounts And Allowances
• Sales
• Gross Profit
• Leadership
• Innovation
• Interpersonal Communications
• Inventory Management
• Problem Solving
• Market Trend
• Pricing Strategies
• Purchasing
• Sales Management
• Team Leadership
• Scheduling
• Prioritization

Job areas

• Management & Leadership
• Sales
• Retail
• Customer Service & Support
• Used Car Manager
• Store Sales Manager
• Shop Supervisors
• First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers