Consultant, Dealer Changeover (18- Month Contract)

Canadian Tire Financial Services; Canada; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Canadian Tire Financial Services seeks a Consultant, Dealer Changeover for an 18‑month contract to support Dealer Mobility across Canada, with extensive travel to Canadian Tire Retail stores. The role ensures accurate, fair changeovers and guides asset and inventory transitions between outgoing and incoming dealers.

You will plan, facilitate, and coach dealers and staff through the changeover process, develop store-specific critical paths, and prepare asset-related financial documentation to

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in business, accounting, or a related field is an asset.
• 3+ years of retail management experience preferred.
• Bilingual in French and English is an asset not required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, facilitate, and support Associate Dealers and store staff in the Changeover process.
• Develop a store-specific critical path for all changeover activities.
• Prepare financial documentation related to assets for the transaction.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy.

Skills

Travel readiness

Critical thinking

Curiosity

Influencing

Conflict resolution

Attention to detail

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Post-secondary education in business or accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

SharePoint

Job description

## Consultant, Dealer Changeover (18- Month Contract)Apply: Mobile Location Ontario [F009]: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 29, 2026 (13 days left to apply): JR166873**What you’ll do** \"Dealer Mobility\" is one of the key concepts in our organization as it provides each Owner/Operator (“Associate Dealer”) of our Canadian Tire Retail Stores, the opportunity to progress into different stores across the country according to their ability and desires. This is accomplished via the Dealer Changeover process. This process provides for the orderly and equitable sale of a Canadian Tire Store's inventory and assets, along with the transfer of the business operations, from the outgoing Associate Dealer to the incoming Associate Dealer. Ensuring consistency, accuracy, and impartiality is the cornerstone of the Changeover process throughout our network of stores.The Dealer Changeover Consultant is responsible for planning and consulting on matters of the policy and procedures, ensuring that the entire Changeover process meets the highest standards of accuracy and fairness. The role ensures that all parties understand and accept their respective responsibilities. We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our field team, requiring extensive travel to support the Changeover process in our Canadian Tire Retail Stores across the country. * Plan, facilitate, and support the Associate Dealers and their store staff in preparation for the Changeover process, to maximize the level of accuracy and efficiency in the evaluation of inventory and fixed assets.* Demonstrate a strong understanding of asset management and the ability to validate and ascertain the appropriate depreciation category.* Ensure the integrity of the inventory count by providing guidance to the store staff using procedures designed to produce the highest level of accuracy possible.* Provide coaching to ensure that both the Incoming Associate Dealer and Outgoing Associate Dealer, store staff, and designated third parties comply with the processes and practices as outlined in the Changeover Policy.* Develop a store-specific critical path (e.g., actions, people and timeline) for all aspects of the changeover process and work with others to actively problem solve.* Prepare financial documentation related to assets to inform the transaction and finalization process.* Work collaboratively to continuously identify and implement process improvements required to increase efficiency, consistency, accuracy, and quality of work.**What you bring** * Ability to travel throughout the country on a weekly/bi-weekly basis, for a maximum of 40 weeks per year.* Post-secondary education in business, accounting, or a related field of study is an asset.* Strong preference for candidates with 3+ years of retail management experience. Canadian Tire store experience is an asset.* Bilingual in French and English (spoken and written) is an asset not required.* Demonstrated critical thinking, curiosity, influencing, and conflict resolution skills.* Strong attention to detail and the ability to organize both time and information.* Effective communication skills with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally.* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint.* Ability to work autonomously and as part of a field team.* A valid driver's license is required.* Ability to work remotely when required. We’re always looking for great talent! In addition to competitive pay, we offer: * Career growth opportunities and product discounts**Broadband Salary Range:** $33.00 - $54.00 CAD hourlyOur typical hiring range is between $33.00 and $43.00 CAD hourly. Hourly decisions are also dependent on other factors such as your experience, industry benchmarks, internal equity and other role-specific requirements. We're committed to attracting top talent. For critical roles, the compensation offering will be reviewed to ensure alignment with market rate and conditions and the unique value you bring to the role.