Apprentice Automotive Buyer

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

Job summary

Join a rapidly growing company in the automotive sector as an Automotive Buyer. This role is perfect for analytical individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy consumer interaction. You will be responsible for valuing and processing used vehicle inventory, making sound purchasing decisions, and negotiating pricing. This innovative firm offers a competitive salary and a tiered bonus structure, along with opportunities for personal and professional growth. If you are passionate about the automotive industry and possess strong analytical skills, this could be the ideal position for you.

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 providing excellent customer service.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Service

Negotiation Skills

Valuation Skills

Education

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