Used Vehicle Acquisitions Specialist - Calgary, AB

Hyatt Infiniti; Calgary; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Employee Purchase & Service Plans

Employee and Family Assistance

Professional development

Job summary

AutoCanada Calgary is looking for a Used Vehicle Acquisitions Specialist to source quality pre-owned vehicles from the public and outside the dealer network, and to work with the used car team to recondition them for resale.

The ideal candidate will have 2+ years in automotive sales or management, plus experience with acquisitions/auctions and strong negotiation skills to drive profitable purchases while maintaining customer focus.

Qualifications

• Experience with vehicle acquisitions and auctions.
• 2+ years in the automotive industry.
• Must be 18 years of age or older to meet insurance requirements for operating a motor vehicle.
• Valid Alberta driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Source used vehicle inventory from direct contacts, leads, and public listings.
• Appraise vehicles and negotiate prices for profitable purchases.
• Coordinate with the used car department to recondition vehicles for resale.
• Set up appointments and manage the purchase process to ensure customer satisfaction.

Skills

Vehicle acquisitions

Auction processes

Automotive sales experience

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Job description

Used Vehicle Acquisitions Specialist - Calgary, AB

Full Time Calgary, AB, CA

5 days ago Requisition ID: 17411

Join the ride!

Location:Calgary, AB
Position:Vehicle Acquisition Specialist
Classification:Full Time, Onsite, Immediate Vacancy

AutoCanada is the largest Canadian owned and publicly traded automotive dealer group operating in Canada and the US. We are innovative, data-driven and our commitment to our Team Members, customers and operational excellence fuels our success.

Our dealership Team Members are at the heart of our success, building long-lasting, trust-based relationships with customers across Canada. Our national network provides opportunities and support to build the career that’s right for you. Working here is fast-paced, non-stop, and a little unpredictable—and we love it.

Your area of focus.

The Vehicle Acquisition Specialistwill interact with potential sellers and buyers over the phone, online and in-person as we look to purchase quality, pre-owned vehicles each month from prospective private parties outside of the AutoCanada customer network. The ideal candidate for this role will be responsible for sourcing quality vehicles from the public and working alongside our used car department to quickly recondition these vehicles for resale. We are looking for someone with a driven and competitive spirit, who is hungry to make money, easily connects with people, and has previous experience working in an automotive sales or sales management role where consistency was the key component to their success.

What drives your day to day?

• Responsible for all facets of acquiring a used vehicle inventory using direct contacts, generated leads, resale listing sites, private dealers, internet inquiries from customers or any other available avenues
• Appraise vehicles, understand vehicle conditions, negotiate prices, make financially sound purchasing decisions, and insure the timely processing of all purchases
• Cold call prospects who have their vehicle advertised for sale online or in local publications, also working with warm leads who reach out to and visit the store for a quote
• Set appointments with potential customers to would like to visit the dealership for an in-person appraisal and potential purchase, converting sales inquiries at a high rate while maintaining profitability
• Deliver a premium internal and external customer experience by responding to inquiries in a prompt, professional, accurate and courteous manner
• Tracks customer interest in vehicles not in stock (lost sales)
• Keeps abreast of current market and current valuation of used vehicles
• Appraises vehicle trades along with the sales manager

What are the must haves?

• Experience with vehicle acquisitions and auction processes, preferably in a dealership environment
• 2+ years of experience in the automotive industry
• Must be 18 years of age or older to meet insurance requirements for operating a motor vehicle
• Valid Alberta driver's license
• Must submit to and adequately pass a pre-employment background prior to employment
• Open availability to work days, evenings, weekends, and some holidays knowing that employees are required to stay until the customer’s purchase is complete and their satisfaction ensured
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to construct emails and messages in a professional and inviting manner
• Valid AMVIC license

The Perks.

• Competitive Compensation andBenefitsPackage
• Employee Vehicle Purchase & Service Plans
• Employee and Family Assistance Programs
• Professional development and the opportunity to grow your career

And those are just the basics. We strive every day to create a workplace culture that embraces diversity and inclusivity, ensures fairness and equal opportunities, and fosters a sense of belonging for all Team Members. As an equal opportunity employer, we actively support everyone in expressing themselves and reaching their full potential.

Can you picture yourself here already?

We hope so. It’s equally as important that you choose us as we choose you. Take a sneak peek at what we think makes this one of the best workplaces around.

Our commitment extends to reaching out to individuals from various backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate based on gender identity, race, national origin, ethnicity, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital or family status, or mental/physical disabilities. AutoCanada is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.