Cars Commerce

Sales Director, Prairies

Alberta, Canada

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Automotive, E-commerce, Digital MarketplaceIndustries

Sales Director

Employment Type: Full-time Location Type: Remote - Ontario, Canada Salary: Not Specified

Position Overview

Cars Commerce is seeking a dynamic Sales Director to join our team in Canada. At Cars Commerce, we are dedicated to simplifying the car buying and selling experience through innovative technology. We connect the automotive industry with simplified, tierless solutions to enhance, measure, and drive local automotive retail. Our portfolio includes the No.1 recognized marketplace, Cars.com, industry-leading digital experiences like Dealer Inspire & D2C Media, trade and appraisal technology AccuTrade, our new Cars Commerce Media Network, and sales optimization services such as CRM and VBDC (Virtual Business Development Center). Cars Commerce is essential for success in the automotive industry.

We foster a collaborative environment where we "Rise Together," prioritizing people from consumers to customers to the community. Our values include being "Open to All" for diverse thinking, "Caring to Challenge" and "Taking Ownership" for a competitive yet respectful spirit, and "Doing the Right Thing" with integrity.

Cars Commerce is recognized as a U.S. News & World Report Best Company to Work For in 2024 and awarded the 2024 Best Places to Work by Built In. We are committed to the employee experience, excelling in critical factors like quality of pay, benefits, and work-life balance.

Ideal Candidate Location: Calgary or Edmonton

Responsibilities

  • Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute comprehensive sales strategies to meet or exceed sales targets and revenue goals.
  • Demonstrate Value and Retain Customers: Master and train dealers and the sales team on the digital car dealership ecosystem.

Company Information

At Cars Commerce, we are 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. Our offerings include:

  • Cars.com (No.1 most recognized marketplace)
  • Dealer Inspire & D2C Media (industry-leading digital experience)
  • AccuTrade (trade and appraisal technology)
  • Cars Commerce Media Network
  • Sales optimization services (CRM and VBDC)

We believe in collaboration and have built our culture around shared values: Rise Together, Open to All, Caring to Challenge, Taking Ownership, and Doing the Right Thing.

Skills

Automotive Industry Knowledge
Sales Leadership
Strategic Planning
Team Management
Customer Relationship Management

Cars Commerce

Online marketplace for buying and selling cars

About Cars Commerce

Cars Commerce operates as a digital marketplace in the automotive industry, connecting consumers who want to buy or sell cars with automotive businesses like dealerships and manufacturers. The platform provides consumers with essential information about vehicles, including product details, pricing, and seller locations, helping them make informed purchasing decisions. For automotive businesses, Cars Commerce offers insights and data on market trends and consumer behavior, which can enhance their sales strategies. The company generates revenue through advertising and subscription fees from these businesses for services like listings and access to consumer analytics. By utilizing technology and data, Cars Commerce aims to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the car buying and selling process for both consumers and businesses.

Chicago, IllinoisHeadquarters
1998Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, Automotive & TransportationIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Risks

Increased competition from platforms like Cars24 threatens Cars.com's market share.
Cars24's vehicle scrappage scheme may attract environmentally conscious consumers away from Cars.com.
Continuous innovation is required to maintain user engagement against competitors' superior alternatives.

Differentiation

Cars.com offers a comprehensive platform for both car buyers and sellers.
The platform provides valuable insights and data to automotive businesses.
Cars.com is recognized for its extensive EV-related content and services.

Upsides

Increased consumer interest in EVs boosts demand for Cars.com's listings and reviews.
AI-driven personalization enhances user experience and engagement on Cars.com.
The shift towards subscription-based car ownership creates new service opportunities for Cars.com.

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