Automotive Buyer — Data-Driven Vehicle Sourcing (Orlando)

Sonic Automotive, Inc.; Orlando (FL); 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 is looking to hire an Automotive Buyer at our brand new dealership in Orlando, FL opening in December 2026. This role suits a self-sufficient, analytical person who thrives in a consumer-facing setting.

As an Automotive Buyer on the Consumer Acquisition Team, you will ensure timely valuation and processing of used-vehicle inventory, work in a fast-paced environment, and communicate effectively with colleagues and guests to support profitable purchasing decisions.

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.
• Web-based search applications and tablet technology experience.
• 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 process knowledge

Analytical and valuation skills

Purchasing experience

Communication and customer service

Web-based search tools and tablet tech

Clean driving/criminal background

Job description

EchoPark Automotive is looking to hire an Automotive Buyer at our brand new dealership in Orlando, FL opening in December 2026. This role suits a self-sufficient, analytical person who thrives in a consumer-facing setting.

As an Automotive Buyer on the Consumer Acquisition Team, you will ensure timely valuation and processing of used-vehicle inventory, work in a fast-paced environment, and communicate effectively with colleagues and guests to support profitable purchasing decisions.