District Manager In Training Jobs in Alberta (NOW HIRING)

Job Description

Vacancy Status:
This posting is not for an existing vacancy within the organization and is open to new applications. (New Head Count)

AI Disclosure:
As part of the application process, Artificial Intelligence will be used in the hiring process for this role.

Work Arrangement:

This role is categorized as Hybrid/Remote. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the General Motors of Canada Calgary Regional office for the duration of their training period. Should there be a need for the successful candidate to be placed in a District, they will then transition to Remote, based on location. The successful candidate must have unrestricted mobility and the ability to relocate anywhere within Western Canada.

The Role

GM Canada - Western Region is looking to hire a self-driven, independent professional with a sales and analytical mindset to take on an exciting entry level opportunity that has career potential with one of Canada's biggest and storied automotive companies.

As a District Manager in Training (DMIT), you will develop professionally through key areas of the Field Team giving you foundational automotive industry awareness, business development training, along with sales, service and marketing knowledge, to best prepare you to take on a District Manager Sales role.

The District Manager Sales role is responsible for leading, motivating and influencing the Dealers within their assigned District to drive the retail business forward.

In conjunction with the Regional Manager Sales (to whom this role reports to) and the Regional Brand Marketing Managers, the District Manager Sales deploys initiatives towards the achievement of retail sales and market share goals, maximize revenue, in addition to building strong partnership with the Dealers by driving sales performance and improving customer experience.

Required Qualifications:

• Successful completion of a Bachelor's or Masters or MBA degree in one of the following areas: Business, Finance, Sales, Marketing, Data Analytics or equivalent

• Must be graduating between June 2025 and August 2026

• Able to work full-time, 40 hours per week

• 0-1 years of relevant work experience (including Co-op/Internship)

• Valid Driver's License in good standing

Preferred Qualifications:

• Analytical abilities combined with great decision-making skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication

• Interpersonal skills such as active listening, clear communication, teamwork, conflict resolution, adaptability and receiving constructive feedback is highly valued

• Self-starter with the ability to multitask

• Ability to work independently and in cross-functional team environments

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $60,000- $90,000 CAD per year. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.

THIS JOB IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR RELOCATIONS BENEFITS. ANY RELOCATION COSTS WOULD BE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE SELECTED CANDIDATE

Sponsorship: PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU DO NOT NEED SPONSORSHIP TO WORK IN CANADA NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. WE ARE UNABLE TO CONSIDER CANDIDATES WHO REQUIRE SPONSORSHIP.

Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities. Should you be contacted by General Motors of Canada Company, please advise if you require accommodation.
For more information about GM Canada, visit our website at www.gm.ca/careers
General Motors of Canada values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.

Benefits Overview

The goal of the General Motors of Canada total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan currently includes the following benefits, in addition to many others:

• Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and supplemental benefits for pregnancy, parental and adoption leave.

• Healthcare, dental, and vision benefits.

• Life insurance plans to cover you and your family.

• Company and matching contributions to a Defined Contribution Pension plan to help you save for retirement.

• GM Vehicle Purchase Plan for you, your family and friends.

About GM

Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.

Why Join Us

We believe we all must make a choice every day - individually and collectively - to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.
We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire.

Accommodations

General Motors offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us or call us at 1-800-865-7580. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.