Trevor Dowd
Director, Western Region Operations at Kia Motors America
- Role
- Director, Western Region Operations at Kia America
- Location
- Irvine, CA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Trevor Dowd
Performance driven OEM sales professional with a strong track record of building effective dealer relationships leading to sustainable improvements in sales performance, high quality brand representation, and market leadership.
Experience
Director, Western Region Operations
Sep 2025 — Present · Irvine, CA, US
Lead all operational strategies across the Western Region to drive sales performance, customer satisfaction, and dealer profitability, supporting over 125 Kia dealerships.• Translate national corporate goals into actionable regional strategies that support sustainable growth and market share expansion.• Partner with regional sales, service, and marketing teams to optimize performance, streamline processes, and meet KPIs across vehicle sales, parts, and service.• Serve as the primary liaison between Kia HQ and regional dealer networks, ensuring consistent communication, brand alignment, and compliance with corporate standards.• Develop and implement market-specific initiatives to address regional opportunities and challenges, including inventory management, pricing strategy, and customer engagement.• Coach and develop a high-performing regional team, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and operational excellence.• Analyze regional performance metrics, market trends, and competitive intelligence to guide strategic decision-making and continuous improvement.• Collaborate cross-functionally with National Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Product Planning teams to support vehicle launches and brand initiatives within the region.• Ensure regulatory compliance and uphold brand integrity across all operational touchpoints within the Western Region.• Represent Kia at regional industry events, dealer meetings, and internal leadership forums, promoting the brand\'s vision and values.
Education
Northwood University
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Automotive Aftermarket, Markeing, Business Management
2000 — 2004
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