Automotive Buyer

Sonic Automotive, Inc.; Birmingham (AL); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical / Pharmacy

Vision

Flexible Spending Account

401K

5 day work week

Job summary

EchoPark Automotive in Birmingham, AL is seeking an Automotive Buyer to join the Consumer Acquisition Team. You will ensure timely valuation and processing of used vehicle inventory brought into the dealership, thriving in a fast-paced, consumer-facing environment.

The role demands strong analytical and negotiation skills, with understanding of retail and wholesale auto processes, and the ability to make sound purchasing decisions that balance profitability.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and valuation skills with ability to assess used-vehicle potential.
• Experience in consumer-facing inventories and purchasing processes preferred.
• Excellent communication and customer-service orientation required.

Responsibilities

• Obtain used-car inventory through consumer purchasing process.
• Set and negotiate pricing for vehicles.
• Understand reconditioning costs to inform purchasing decisions.
• Convert inquiries at a high rate while maintaining profitability.
• Provide excellent internal and external customer service.

Skills

Analytical

Valuation skills

Negotiation

Communication

Customer service

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Web-based search apps

Tablet technology

Job description

Automotive Buyer in Birmingham, AL at EchoPark Automotive

Location: 2001 Tom Williams Way
Birmingham, AL 35210

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!

Job Description

EchoPark Automotive is looking to hire an Automotive Buyer at our dealership in Birmingham, AL.If you’re a self-sufficient, independent, analytical person who enjoys working in a consumer-facing environment, this may be your position.

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 :

• Salary range of $60- 84k
• 5 day work week
• Medical / Pharmacy
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401K

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