Positively disrupting an industry that has not seen any innovation in over 50 years, Tekion has challenged the paradigm with the first and fastest cloud-native automotive platform that includes the revolutionary Automotive Retail Cloud (ARC) for retailers, Automotive Enterprise Cloud (AEC) for manufacturers and other large automotive enterprises and Automotive Partner Cloud (APC) for technology and industry partners. Tekion connects the entire spectrum of the automotive retail ecosystem through one seamless platform. The transformative platform uses cutting-edge technology, big data, machine learning, and AI to seamlessly bring together OEMs, retailers/dealers and consumers. With its highly configurable integration and greater customer engagement capabilities, Tekion is enabling the best automotive retail experiences ever. Tekion employs close to 3,000 people across North America, Asia and Europe.
Job Introduction:Lead the strategy, development, and execution of key product initiatives that drive customer value and support business objectives. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver impactful product solutions, ensuring alignment with market needs and company goals. Contribute to achieving business objectives and advancing strategic priorities for the launch of ARC in the Quebec market.
Key Roles & Responsibilities:
Serve as the product domain expert for dealership retail workflows, including vehicle sales, desking, F&I (Finance & Insurance), credit application and approval processes, lender integrations, compliance requirements, and deal funding lifecycle.
Experience working in the automotive industry and dealership management systems, with strong subject matter expertise in dealership retail operations, including desking, F&I products, finance workflows, credit bureau integrations, lender submission processes, regulatory compliance, and vehicle sales transactions.
Experience building scalable, user-facing, B2B products supporting dealership retail, vehicle sales, F&I, finance, and credit workflows for Canadian automotive dealerships.
Basic Qualifications:
6–8 years of experience in product management, including ownership of major product lines or features
Strong background in SaaS, cloud platforms, or enterprise technology products
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; advanced degree preferred
Proven success in developing and scaling products in cross-functional environments
Strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills
Experience with Agile methodologies, product lifecycle tools, and data-driven decision-making
Bilingual French and English required because the role involves regular communication with English-speaking colleagues, stakeholders and cross-functional teams located outside Quebec.
Ability to travel up to 25%
Competitive compensation and generous stock options
100% employer-paid top-of-the-line medical, dental and vision coverage
Be part of an early stage, hyper-growth start-up with the opportunity to grow and prosper
Work on the latest and coolest technologies – everything is home-grown and built ground-up
A dynamic work environment with a strong sense of community and collaboration
The open and transparent culture that encourages innovation, rewards performance and discourages hierarchy
Exciting opportunities for career growth and development
Diriger la stratégie, le développement et la mise en oeuvre des principales initiatives liées aux produits afin de créer de la valeur pour les clients et de la soutenir les objectifs d’affaires. Collaborer de façon transversale avec différentes équipes afin de livrer des solutions produit ayant un impact réel, tout en assurant leur alignement avec les besoins du marché et les objectifs de l'entreprise. Contribuer à l’atteinte des objectifs d’affaires et à la réalisation des priorités stratégiques en vue du lancement d’ARC sur le marché québécois
Responsabilités Principales:Agir en tant qu'expert(e) du domaine produit pour les processus de vente au detail en
concession, notamment la vente de véhicules, le desking, les produits F&I (Finance et
Assurance), les demandes et approbations de crêdit, les intégrations avec les prêteurs, les exigences de conformité réglementaire et le cycle de financement des transactions.
Posséder une experience dans l’industrie automobile et les systems de gestion de
concession, ainsi qu’une solide expertise des operations de vente au detail en concession, notamment en matière de desking, de produits F&I (Finance et Assurance), de processus de financement, d’intégrations avec les bureaux de credit, de processus de soumission aux prêteurs, de conformité réglementaire et de transactions de vente de véhicules.
Avoir de l'expérience dans la conception de produits B2B évolutifs et destinés aux
utilisateurs, qui soutiennent les activités de vente au détail des concessions automobiles canadiennes, notamment la vente de véhicules, les produits F&I, le financement et les processus de credit.
6 à 8 ans d'expérience en gestion de produits, incluant la responsabilité de lignes de
produits ou de fonctionnalités majeures
Solide expérience avec les produits SaaS, les plateformes infonuagiques (cloud) ou les
produits technologiques destinés aux entreprises.
Baccalauréat en administration des affaires, en informatique, en génie ou dans un domaine connexe; un diplôme de niveau supérieur est un atout
Expérience démontrées dans le développement et la mise à l’échelle de produits dans les environnements interfonctionnels.
Excellentes compétences analytiques, en leadership et en communication
Expérience avec les méthodologies Agile, des outils de gestion du cycle de vie des produits et la prise de décision fondée sur les données
Bilinguisme (français et anglais) requis — ce poste exige des communications régulières avec des collègues, des parties prenantes et des équipes transversales situées à l'extérieur du Québec et s'exprimant en anglais.
Rémunération concurrentielle et généreuses options d'achat d'actions
Couverture médicale, dentaire, et des soins de la vue haut de gamme, entièrement payée par l'employeur
Faire partie d'une jeune entreprise en démarrage à forte croissance, offrant de nombreuses possibilités d’evolution et de réussite
Travailler avec les technologies les plus récentes et les plus innovantes — tout est conçu et développé à l'interne, depuis les fondations
Un environnement de travail dynamique, empreint d'un fort esprit de communauté et de collaboration
Une culture ouverte et transparente qui favorise l'innovation, reconnaît la performance et limite les structures hiérarchiques.
Excellentes possibilités de développement et d’avencement professionnel
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Skills Required
- 6–8 years of product management experience, including ownership of major product lines or features
- Experience with SaaS, cloud platforms, or enterprise technology products
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
- Experience developing and scaling products in cross-functional environments
- Strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills
- Experience with Agile methodologies, product lifecycle tools, and data-driven decision-making
- Bilingual French and English proficiency
- Experience in the automotive industry and dealership management systems
- Subject matter expertise in dealership retail operations, desking, F&I, finance, credit, lender submissions, regulatory compliance, and vehicle sales transactions
- Experience building scalable, user-facing B2B products for Canadian automotive dealerships
- Advanced degree
Tekion Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage includes 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision for many U.S. roles, often extending to families. Additional options like HSA/FSA and pet insurance are cited as part of a robust health offering.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Perks such as free meals/snacks, wellness resources, and on-site amenities are highlighted. Flexible or remote options are available for some roles, adding convenience and flexibility.
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What We Do
At Tekion, we believe that business applications don’t have to be boring. In fact, they should be simple, fun and cool! They should be as delightful to use as your favorite social or consumer application, yet powerful enough to seamlessly and efficiently run global businesses that provide unparalleled consumer experience without compromise. Founded by visionary entrepreneur and innovator Jay Vijayan, we are building the world’s best business applications on the cloud starting with the automotive retail industry. We inherently use cutting-edge technologies like big data, machine learning/AI, and human computer interaction (voice, touch, vision, sensors and IoT). We are inventing new technology along the way to overcome barriers and solve big problems, all while having a blast doing it! Our flagship product offering, Automotive Retail Cloud ™- an industry-first cloud-native retail platform, including all functionalities of a Dealer Management System (DMS) launched recently.








