Portfolio Retention Manager

Pfaff Automotive Partners • Vaughan, ON

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Accelerate your career and lead a high-performing team to success at Honda of Thornhill. We're in search of a Portfolio Retention Manager to take the wheel and steer our dealership to new heights. Now in partnership with North America’s largest automotive retailer, Lithia and Driveway, it’s your chance to work for a Fortune 500 company and grow with us! This position will be focused on business development through the client database, to promote and sell cash, lease, and finance renewals. They will be responsible for establishing client retention processes and actively selling through portfolio management databases. They will educate clients on various dealer options while promoting an overall positive customer focused retail environment. At Pfaff, people are the heart of our organization, and providing a great workplace is an essential part of fueling our success. We have a 60-plus year history in Canada, with a reputation built on a passion for performance, a love of cars and the car business, and exceptional customer care. Now, as part of Lithia & Driveway, the largest publicly traded dealership group in North America, Pfaff is part of a network of over 300 stores in Canada, the U.S., and the United Kingdom. Our network offers high performing individuals nearly unlimited opportunities for advancement. With guidance from our mission, Growth Powered by People, we have created a workplace where employees can learn, grow, and succeed. Our experienced teams and innovative ideas drive our success, and we’re looking for more talent to join us on the open road of achievement.

Requirements

• 2-5 years of experience in similar capacity and/or automotive lease administration is required.
• Valid OMVIC License
• Valid Ontario Driver's License and clean driver's abstract
• Proficient with the following computer environments: Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Internet Explorer and Outlook.
• Ability to work cohesively with employees and managers as part of a team.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication (verbal & written English) and customer service skills.
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively under pressure with simultaneous deadlines.
• A calm but professional demeanor for dealing with customers regarding their accounts balanced with, a perseverance to maintain pressure for payment with difficult accounts.
• Detail oriented and excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of pertinent data.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with One-Eighty and CDK is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provides customers with a thorough explanation of aftermarket products and extended warranties.
• Describes all optional equipment available for customer purchase.
• Reviews sales agreement with the customer to ensure vehicle, options and price are correct.
• Completes credit application with the customer and discusses payment terms.
• Completes paperwork necessary for vehicle sales and leases in a timely and efficient manner.
• Provides customers with a complete explanation of manufacturer and dealership service procedures and policies.
• Calls and coordinates with customers to explain leasing services and renewals.
• Monitors and organizes appointments and customer account information in One Eighty.
• Maintains customer and company confidence by keeping information confidential and secure.
• Keeps abreast of new products, features, accessories, etc., and their benefits to customers.
• Maintains a positive working relationship with team members and management in a team environment.

Benefits

• Total Compensation - Competitive package ranging from $150,000 to $200,000 (commission and performance-based bonuses).
• Health Benefits – full-time employees have access to health, dental, long-term disability and life insurance.
• Growth Potential – we want to support your success! We provide access to opportunities for growth in both Canada and the U.S.
• Stock Purchase Program - employees can purchase the Lithia & Drive stock (NYSE: LAD) at a discount.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees