Acquisition Specialist

Group 1 Automotive; Arlington (TX); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Group 1 Automotive BMW Arlington is seeking an Acquisition Specialist to value units flowing into the system using data tools and market data. This role supports dealerships by valuing vehicles and preparing accurate descriptions.

The ideal candidate has 1+ year in automotive retail/wholesale/remarketing, with the ability to work a rotating schedule including nights and weekends. Strong communication and MS Office skills are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year Automotive retail / wholesale / re-marketing experience.
• Two years of experience in a dealership position is a plus.
• Tech-industry or software experience is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills, including customer service and customer care.
• Proficiency in MS Office, specifically Excel and Word functions

Responsibilities

• Assessing vehicle condition from information contained in an electronic Condition Report
• Reviewing vehicle history and market value data from multiple sources
• Communicating directly with dealership personnel to confirm accuracy and add to description
• Partnering with other team members to determine valuation
• Tendering an appraisal amount to dealership within specified time frame
• Ability to work a rotating retail schedule, including nights, weekends and some holidays, is required

Skills

Automotive retail experience

Dealership experience

Software/tech experience

Communication skills

MS Excel

MS Word

Tools

MS Office

Job description

About Us

Group 1 Automotive, Inc. (NYSE: GPI) is a Fortune 250 leader in global automotive retail, operating more than 250 dealerships and collision centers across the United States and United Kingdom. As the 4th largest dealership group in the U.S., Group 1 delivers a fully integrated automotive experience, including vehicle sales, financing, aftersales service, and digital retail solutions. As the automotive industry continues to evolve, Group 1 is investing in the people, technology, and operational excellence needed to shape what comes next. Our work is grounded in a simple belief, that a better experience for customers starts with an exemplary experience for employees. At Group 1, our commitment is to keep finding smarter ways to serve our customers and support one another. We believe great careers are built in environments where people are trusted, challenged, and given room to grow. If you share our core values of integrity, transparency, professionalism, teamwork, and respect, you can get more with Group 1. More opportunity. More support. More ways to build a career that moves you forward.

Overview

Group 1 Automotive BMW Arlington is looking for a skilled individual to join our pre-owned operations team. As an Acquisition Specialist, you will use your knowledge and the data tools available of the retail and wholesale used car market to help us quickly value units flowing into our system. This role assists dealerships in valuations of vehicles acquired at the dealership.

Responsibilities

• Assessing vehicle condition from information contained in an electronic Condition Report
• Reviewing vehicle history and market value data from multiple sources
• Communicating directly with dealership personnel to confirm accuracy and add to description
• Partnering with other team members to determine valuation
• Tendering an appraisal amount to dealership within specified time frame

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year Automotive retail / wholesale / re-marketing experience
• Two years of experience in a dealership position is a plus.
• Tech-industry or software experience is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills, including customer service and customer care.
• Proficiency in MS Office, specifically Excel and Word functions

The ideal Appraiser candidate will have 1+ years of automotive retail / wholesale / remarketing experience. . Ability to work a rotating retail schedule, including nights, weekends and some holidays, is required

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. Employment is contingent upon successfully completing all applicable pre-employment requirements in accordance with federal, state, and local law.