Apprentice Automotive Buyer

Sonic Automotive; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 54,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Apprentice Automotive Buyer to join their dynamic team in Houston. This role involves valuing and processing used vehicle inventory while ensuring excellent customer service. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of automobile sales processes, and the ability to negotiate effectively. The company offers a competitive salary and a tiered bonus structure, along with comprehensive benefits, making this an excellent opportunity for growth in the automotive sector. If you're passionate about the automotive industry and ready to make a significant impact, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Tiered Bonus Structure

Medical / Pharmacy

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

401K Plan

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of retail and wholesale automobile sales processes.
• Excellent analytical and valuation skills with strong process orientation.

Responsibilities

• Obtain used-car inventory through consumer purchasing process.
• Set and negotiate pricing while ensuring profitability.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Service Skills

Negotiation Skills

Process Orientation

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree

Tools

Web-based Search Applications

Tablet Technology

Job description

Apprentice Automotive Buyer in Houston, TX at EchoPark Automotive

Location: North Freeway 8477
Houston, TX 77088

Job Type: Other

Experience: Associate

About

EchoPark Automotive is one of the fastest growing brands within the automotive industry. We are building a business based on doing things the right way. From the way we treat our guests, take pride in our work and share opportunities for our employees to grow as we grow. We are proud of what we're doing here and would love to tell you about our opportunities! More information about EchoPark Automotive can be found at www.echopark.com.

Job Description

EchoPark Automotive is looking for an Automotive Buyer at our dealership in Houston, Texas. If you’re a self-sufficient, independent, analytical person who enjoys working in a consumer-facing environment, this may be the position for you.

As an Automotive Buyer on the Consumer Acquisition Team, you will ensure the timely valuation and processing of used vehicle consumer inventory brought into the dealership. This position requires working well in a fast-paced environment and effectively communicating.

What You Will Do:

• Obtain used-car inventory through our consumer purchasing process
• Set and negotiate pricing
• Understand reconditioning costs
• Make financially sound purchasing decisions for the company
• Convert inquiries at a high rate while maintaining profitability
• Provide excellent internal and external customer service

What We Are Looking For:

• Solid understanding of the retail and wholesale automobile sales processes
• Excellent analytical and valuation skills, with a strong process orientation
• Management or prior purchasing experience preferred
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Web-based search applications and tablet technology experience
• Clean motor vehicle and criminal background records

What We Offer You:

• Typical Compensation: $54,000-84,000
• Competitive salary plus tiered bonus structure
• 5 day work week
• Medical / Pharmacy
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401K

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.