
Vladyslav Kononenko
Automotive sales and dealer network professional
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Automotive sales and dealer network professional with 15+ years of experience across OEM, distributor and dealership environments, including Renault and Honda. Proven track record managing dealer performance, developing and expanding dealer networks, implementing sales and operational standards, and driving customer satisfaction and commercial growth. Experienced in working with dealer principals, general managers, sales teams and ownership groups, translating corporate objectives into dealer-level targets, KPIs and action plans.
Experience
Business Development Centre (BDC) Representative at Porsche Centre North Toronto (2026-01 – Present)
- Coordinate customer engagement and appointment activity within the Porsche After Sales operation, supporting efficient customer flow and dealership performance.
- Manage inbound and outbound customer communication, appointment scheduling, follow-ups and CRM/DMS updates.
- Coordinate with Service Advisors and After Sales teams to resolve customer requirements and maintain a high level of customer experience.
- Manage seasonal tire appointment coordination and related customer communication.
Sales Consultant at Toronto Honda (2025-01 – 2026-01)
- Managed customer relationships throughout the vehicle sales process, from lead generation and prospecting through negotiation and delivery.
- Conducted outbound prospecting and follow-up activities to generate new business and support monthly sales objectives.
- Used CRM systems to manage leads, customer activity and sales opportunities.
- Supported dealership marketing and social media initiatives to generate customer engagement and sales leads.
Sales Manager at Wheels For Less (2023-01 – 2024-01)
- Managed day-to-day retail sales operations in a high-volume automotive aftermarket environment.
- Led sales activities, customer negotiations, product quotations and lead-generation initiatives.
- Trained and supported sales team members while improving sales processes and operational efficiency.
- Managed inventory-related sales records and coordinated customer requirements through the sales process.
Dealer Network & Business Development Manager at Renault Ukraine (2020-01 – 2023-01)
- Managed performance of the Renault dealer network, establishing targets, monitoring KPIs, providing dealer guidance and implementing performance-improvement initiatives.
- Developed and implemented a nationwide dealer network strategy, including establishment of 4 new dealerships, 1 merger and 2 dealership relocations.
- Worked directly with dealer management to identify performance gaps and develop corrective action plans.
- Achieved approximately 95% Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI) across the national dealer network.
- Maintained approximately 85% compliance with Renault network standards, supporting consistent brand representation and operational excellence.
- Led a team of 3 and coordinated cross-functional activities supporting dealer operations and network development.
- Developed dealer performance tools and reporting processes to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Supported business development and market expansion initiatives across the national territory.
- Provided dealer and market feedback to support commercial decision-making and network strategy.
Auto / MC / PE Dealer Network Development & Standards Compliance Supervisor at Honda Ukraine LLC (2007-01 – 2015-01)
- Led development and implementation of the countrywide Honda dealer network strategy.
- Supported expansion of the network by establishing 35 Honda dealerships and 4 Acura dealerships.
- Managed dealer standards implementation, audits and compliance programs across the network.
- Worked directly with dealership management on operational standards, performance improvement and network development.
- Managed dealership development projects involving architectural solutions, M&A activities and dealership relocations.
- Played a key role in Acura dealer development, including creation of the dealer appointment guidebook and follow-up of dealership construction projects.
- Coordinated dealers, management, contractors and internal Honda functions across multiple development initiatives.
- Supported customer-lead development initiatives, including phone-system improvements that contributed to a 20% increase in leads.
Project Manager at Heidelberg Cement Group AG (2004-01 – 2007-01)
- Managed CAPEX projects involving cement terminals, transportation infrastructure and logistics development.
- Coordinated suppliers, contractors and internal stakeholders throughout project planning and execution.
- Supported site selection, negotiations, cost calculations and project coordination.
- Led development of logistics solutions and participated in implementation of the first river transportation of cement in Ukraine.
- Optimized transportation and logistics processes, contributing to approximately 20% cost reduction.
Education
Master's Degree in Economics, International Economics & Management – Kyiv National Economic University
BA (Hons) in International Finance & Accounting – Northumbria University
