Automotive Acquisition Specialist - Closed on Sundays

Mboffredericksburg; Fredericksburg (VA); Hybrid; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive dealership is seeking an Automotive Acquisition Specialist to join their team. This hybrid role focuses on acquiring inventory by engaging with customers both in-store and from home. Responsibilities include inspecting vehicles, making offers, and collaborating with management to meet inventory needs. Ideal candidates are self-motivated, possess strong communication skills, and have experience in customer service.

Benefits

401k

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Maternity benefits

Competitive compensation

Qualifications

• Extremely self-motivated.
• Ability to set and achieve targeted goals.
• Experience with technology and a desire to work with it.

Responsibilities

• Review vehicle condition reports.
• Inspect and accept vehicles arriving onsite.
• Create and execute reconditioning plans to prepare vehicles for sale.
• Develop skills to make offers and close sales.

Skills

Customer experience

Communication

Prospecting

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Follow-up skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Mercedes-Benz of Fredericksburg is looking for an Automotive Acquisition Specialist. This is a Hybrid position!

The Acquisition Specialist In-Store and at-home Associate will be focused and specifically trained to acquire additional inventory for our dealerships by actively prospecting both outside and within our customer network. The Acquisition Specialist will utilize all available prospecting resources to identify and engage private parties looking to sell their vehicles. Resources include third-party websites, lead sources, service drive traffic, and other means. This role involves consistent interaction with customers throughout the day, both in person and over the phone. The primary contact targets are prospects with vehicles listed online, walk-ins, and customers in the service lane.

Responsibilities

1. Review vehicle condition reports.
2. Inspect and accept vehicles arriving onsite.
3. Create and execute reconditioning plans to prepare vehicles for sale.
4. Develop skills to make offers and close sales.
5. Drive incremental business through high engagement with customers.
6. Turn prospective sellers over to the sales team for further sales opportunities.
7. Collaborate with management to identify current inventory needs.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Extremely self-motivated.
• Ability to set and achieve targeted goals.
• Ability to deliver an exceptional customer experience.
• Strong communication, prospecting, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organization and follow-up skills.
• Experience with technology and a desire to work with it.
• Valid Driver's License and a good driving record.

Benefits and Perks

Enjoy competitive compensation, 401k, health, dental, vision insurance, and maternity benefits. The position offers an hourly wage plus commission, starting at $12 per hour, with potential earnings of $50k-$75k based on commissions.