Dealer Relations Manager - Edmonton, AB

Build real relationships. Own your territory. Drive dealer growth across Alberta.

If you thrive on the road, excel at building trust with dealership partners, and are energized by the challenge of growing a territory from the ground up, this is the opportunity you have been looking for.

Optiom is hiring a Dealer Relations Manager to drive product adoption across Alberta's automotive dealership network. You will be on the front lines of our national sales team: identifying, onboarding, and developing dealer relationships that deliver lasting results, and reporting directly on territory performance.

Compensation: $60,000+ base salary, plus performance commission and an $800/month vehicle allowance.

WHO YOU ARE

You don't need to have worked in insurance before. But you will thrive here if you bring the right combination of sales drive, relationship instincts, and automotive industry know-how.

You Bring

• 1+ years of experience in automotive sales, warranty products, or B2B business development
• Strong relationship-building and negotiation skills, with a deep understanding of automotive dealership operations and service department dynamics
• Proven ability to deliver compelling presentations and conduct effective training sessions for diverse audiences
• Familiarity with CRM tools and pipeline management to ensure efficient tracking and execution of sales strategies
• Reliable vehicle with a valid driver's license and comfort with frequent in-territory travel across Alberta

Bonus Points For

• Prior experience selling F&I products, extended warranties, or embedded insurance solutions
• Established relationships within Alberta's automotive dealership community
• Experience supporting dealer onboarding and co-op marketing programs
• Background in training dealership staff across F&I and service departments
• Familiarity with provincial regulatory requirements affecting dealership operations

WHO WE ARE

Optiom is a specialty MGA and a wholly owned subsidiary of Aviva Canada, one of the country's largest property and casualty insurers. We design and distribute specialty insurance products through a national network of broker and dealer partners, embedded at the point of vehicle financing and leasing.

We are a team of specialists who take pride in what we build and how we deliver results. Our products protect Canadians in moments that matter, and our people are the reason our partners trust us. Joining Optiom means joining a business with strong backing, a clear purpose, and real room to grow.

Optiom uses AI tools to assist with initial candidate screening. All final hiring decisions are made by our human hiring team.

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