Automotive Acquisitions & Buying Center Lead

Germain Honda of Ann Arbor; Naples (FL); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with match

Paid vacation

Competitive wages

Professional development

Employee discounts

Company outings

Job summary

Germain BMW of Naples South Campus is seeking an Automotive Acquisitions/Buying Center Manager to oversee the vehicle acquisition process and buy center operations, sourcing quality inventory and negotiating with sellers to meet customer expectations.

The role requires strong negotiation, market analysis, and coordination with sales, finance, and inventory teams, with opportunities for professional development and advancement within the Germain network.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in automotive acquisitions or inventory management.
• Strong negotiation and vehicle-valuation knowledge.
• Ability to analyze market trends and adjust purchase strategies.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities.
• Familiarity with dealership software and inventory systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the vehicle acquisition process to maximize profitability and inventory quality.
• Negotiate purchase prices with sellers while adhering to budget guidelines.
• Coordinate with sales, finance, and inventory teams to align acquisitions with demand.
• Build and maintain relationships with auctions, wholesalers, and private sellers.
• Monitor market trends and competitor inventory to inform purchasing decisions.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements related to vehicle acquisition.

Skills

Automotive acquisitions

Inventory management

Negotiation

Market analysis

Communication

Organization

Tools

Dealership software

Job description

Germain BMW of Naples South Campus is seeking an Automotive Acquisitions/Buying Center Manager to oversee the vehicle acquisition process and buy center operations, sourcing quality inventory and negotiating with sellers to meet customer expectations.

The role requires strong negotiation, market analysis, and coordination with sales, finance, and inventory teams, with opportunities for professional development and advancement within the Germain network.