**Please note this is a hybrid role out of Markham**
SCOPE OF POSITION:
The Lead, Remarketing and Digital is responsible for overseeing remarketing operations to maximize asset returns, manage vendor performance, and ensure efficient inventory flow across the portfolio. The role provides hands-on leadership of pricing, auction, and digital remarketing activities while supporting the development of internal capability within the team. The position plays a critical role in driving financial performance, managing risk across a large asset base, and ensuring a stable, scalable, and well-governed remarketing operation. Success is measured by portfolio performance, vendor effectiveness, pricing accuracy, and the ability to maintain operational stability while building internal expertise.
PRINCIPAL FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide oversight and direction on daily pricing, inventory management, and auction execution to ensure vehicles are appropriately positioned and optimized for return.
Manage vendor relationships, including Openlane and other remarketing partners, through KPI tracking, performance reviews, and issue resolution.
Leverage market intelligence sources (e.g., Canadian Black Book) to validate pricing strategies and inform decision-making.
Ensure accuracy and effectiveness of data feeds, digital platforms, and D2C remarketing channels.
Provide coaching, guidance, and support to remarketing specialists to build internal capability and reduce operational risk.
Establish consistent reporting, controls, and processes to support a scalable and well-governed remarketing function.
Monitor inventory performance and market conditions to proactively adjust strategy and reduce loss severity.
POSITION PROFILE AND QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum College Diploma required; University degree in Business or a related field preferred.
5+ years of experience in automotive remarketing, auction operations, or related areas.
Strong understanding of vehicle lifecycle management, pricing strategy, and auction market dynamics.
Experience working with remarketing platforms (e.g., Openlane) and pricing tools considered an asset.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
Strong analytical skills and ability to translate data into actionable business insights.
Strong vendor management and stakeholder engagement skills.
Ability to operate independently with sound judgment in a fast-paced environment.
RELATIONSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES
Collaborates with brand teams to provide market insights and support program alignment.
Works closely with field operations to provide dealer-level insights and support execution.
Partners with Risk, Accounting, and Corporate Planning for forecasting, budgeting, and performance management.
Maintains strong relationships with external vendors, auction partners, and market intelligence providers.
Supports internal team development by mentoring and guiding remarketing specialists.
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS
Working Conditions
Normal
Physical Effort
Normal
Mental Stress
Normal
HIRING PRACTICES
The salary range for this position is $94,750–$112,516 CAD annually. Individual salaries within this range are determined by a variety of job-related factors, including education, experience, knowledge, and skill set.
On-Site Occasional Work-from-Home: This is an on-site with occasional work-from-home position that requires employees to work on-site four days per week with the opportunity to work-from-home one day per week (with a dedicated workspace at the assigned company office).
This posting is for an existing vacancy that Honda Canada Inc. is actively seeking to fill.
Honda Canada Inc. does not use artificial intelligence (AI) in its recruitment or candidate selection processes.
Honda Canada Inc. is committed to providing accommodations during the recruitment process for applicants with disabilities, upon request. Accommodations will take into account the applicant’s accessibility needs. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please email Human Resources at [email protected] or call (905) 888-4331.
