Automotive Buyer

Sonic Automotive; Roseville (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical / Pharmacy

Vision

Flexible Spending Account

5 day work week

401K

Job summary

EchoPark Automotive is seeking an Automotive Buyer for our store in Sacramento, CA. You will manage the valuation and processing of used vehicle inventory, work in a fast-paced environment, and communicate effectively with customers and internal teams.

The role requires strong analytical skills, purchasing experience, and knowledge of retail/wholesale auto sales. A clean background is expected and a competitive compensation plan is offered.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Clean motor vehicle and criminal background records.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Automotive sales knowledge

Analytical & valuation skills

Purchasing experience

Communication skills

Background check clean

Tools

Web-based search apps

Tablet technology

Job description

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 ishiring an Automotive Buyer for our store in Sacramento, CA!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 being an effective communicator.

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 :

• Competitive salary plus tiered bonus structure. Total Compensation $70k-$90k
• 5 day work week
• Medical / Pharmacy
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401K

Additional Information

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

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