Full-Time
Product Manager
New Car
Updated on 2/19/2025
Autotrader.ca
501-1,000 employees
Digital solutions for used car dealers
Junior, Mid
Toronto, ON, Canada
This is a hybrid position, which implies that the candidate will need to work in-office some days.
You match the following Autotrader.ca's candidate preferences
Employers are more likely to interview you if you match these preferences:
- Current and relevant knowledge on Agile, Scrum, or Kanban delivery technologies.
- Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills.
- Strong knowledge of the online business.
- Customer focus and ability to develop client partnerships.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Excellent presentation skills.
- Ability to work with multiple product teams to coordinate and validate cross team priorities.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and tight deadlines.
- Ability to analyze industry trends and competitor behaviour.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Degree or diploma in business administration, finance, information systems, computer science or any relevant field of study.
- 1 to 3 years related work experience.
- Proven experience with business requirements analysis.
- Solid understanding of working with consumer products on websites and mobile services.
- Analyze and validate the needs of business stakeholders.
- Coordinate between product, engineering, and architecture to build and prioritize a product roadmap in line with the New Car consumer and commercial objectives.
- Support the agile product development practice with timely and accurate documentation.
- Provide subject matter expertise to execute on product vision including how to evolve and grow the product in line with business plans.
- Direct and/or undertake appropriate research to validate business and consumer needs.
- Execute on the product vision and help to define the evolution of the AutoTrader New Car experience.
- Spot material opportunities to grow value for Consumers, Customers and AutoTrader.
- Be a thought leader, through individual effort and encouraging team contributions.
- Balance the needs of car-buyers and car-sellers when making recommendations.
- Conduct research and benchmarking techniques to optimize product strategy and performance.
- Manage initiatives that span multiple products in support of larger business objectives.
- Identify dependencies and risks that affect the various teams represented.
- Write epics, stories, and risk backlogs that are clear and complete; written at a sufficient level of detail in a format that can be easily read by anyone.
- Complete deliverables in a timely manner and socialize appropriately.
- Monitor product performance through analytics tools, along with industry/market trends, user feedback, customer needs, competitive information, and market research, to determine the right feature set for the market.
- Monitor business, community and competitive reactions to new features of products.
- Stay abreast of business and community needs and issues.
- Assist in maintaining the consumer product and UX roadmap and deep backlog, with team input, of product ideas and themes.
- Exercise sound judgment in selecting and defining opportunities for product development.
- Experience in the Automotive Industry not required but an asset.
- Experience in online classifieds or multi-sided marketplaces also a definite advantage.
Trader.ca operates in the automotive industry, focusing on the used car market by providing digital solutions for car dealers. Their products include marketplace listings, web solutions, web traffic analytics, inventory management, and conversion tools, all aimed at helping dealers improve their online presence and streamline operations. Unlike many competitors, Trader.ca emphasizes simplicity in its offerings, encouraging dealers to focus on sales without being overwhelmed by complex tools. The company operates on a subscription-based model, allowing dealers to access various services for a recurring fee, while also generating revenue through advertising and premium listings on its marketplace, autoTRADER.ca. Trader.ca's goal is to support car dealers in increasing their sales and managing their inventory effectively, backed by strong customer service and educational resources.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
Acquired
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Toronto, Canada
Founded
1975
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- AI-driven personalization can enhance user experience and increase engagement.
- AR integration allows users to visualize vehicles, improving satisfaction and reducing returns.
- Subscription-based car ownership models align with Trader.ca's service model, offering expansion opportunities.
What critics are saying
- Increased competition from AutoScout24's expanded services pressures Trader.ca to innovate.
- AutoScout24's acquisition may lead to strategic shifts disrupting Trader.ca's operations.
- Potential sale by Thoma Bravo could create uncertainty affecting morale and retention.
What makes Autotrader.ca unique
- Trader.ca offers a comprehensive suite of digital solutions for car dealers.
- The company emphasizes simplicity and effectiveness in its digital tools.
- Trader.ca provides extensive customer service and product support resources.
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Benefits
Employee and Family Assistance Program
Gym Membership
Wellness Program
Conference Attendance Budget
Professional Development Budget
401(k) Company Match
Performance Bonus
Company News
Germany-based auto marketplace AutoScout24 has completed its acquisition of Canada-based Trader Corporation from private equity firm Thoma Bravo.
AutoScout24, a leading pan-European online automotive marketplace, has signed an agreement to acquire TRADER Corporation from Thoma Bravo. Existing majority shareholder Hellman & Friedman will make an additional equity investment in AutoScout24. This acquisition extends AutoScout24's presence outside Europe and enhances its service offerings in automotive dealer software and lender solutions. TRADER Canada operates AutoTrader.ca and AutoHebdo.net, with 26 million monthly visits and 5,000 dealer partners.
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Private equity firm Thoma Bravo is looking to sell Trader.ca, the operator of AutoTrader.ca, Canada's leading automotive marketplace, according to Bloomberg. The San Francisco-based firm is working with an adviser to find a buyer.