Acquisition Specialist

Group 1 Automotive, Inc.; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Group 1 Automotive BMW Arlington seeks an Acquisition Specialist to join our pre-owned operations team. You will value vehicles using data tools and market insights to support dealership valuations and quick turn of units.

Ideal candidates have knowledge of automotive retail/wholesale, strong communication skills, and proficiency with MS Office (Excel/Word). You’ll work with a collaborative team in a fast-paced environment, including rotating shifts.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year automotive retail / wholesale / remarketing 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.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Excel

Word

MS Office

Job description

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.