Automotive Buyer & Inspector

AutoSavvy; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

HSA match

Pharmacy discounts

Life insurance

Pet insurance

EAP

Mental health support

Retirement matching

Gym discount

Paid holidays

Vehicle purchase

Job summary

AutoSavvy in Portland, OR is hiring an Automotive Buyer/Inspector to purchase vehicles at auctions, rebuilders, and supplier networks while performing multi-point inspections for proper repairs.

The role requires 3–5 years of automotive buying experience, strong mechanical knowledge, and excellent negotiation and communication skills. Travel to out-of-market rebuilders is required 50–75% of the time; a valid driver’s license and clean driving record are required.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of automotive buying experience
• Strong mechanical knowledge
• Familiarity with V-Auto platform
• Excellent negotiator with strong communication skills
• Able to work independently and manage time effectively
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record and ability to pass background check

Responsibilities

• Perform multi-point inspections and identify necessary repairs
• Purchase vehicles at auctions and from rebuilders/suppliers
• Create parts and labor estimates based on inspection findings
• Maintain relationships with salvage titles, rebuilders, auctions, and suppliers
• Coordinate vehicle movement from staging to dealerships
• Travel 50–75% to out-of-market rebuilders and suppliers
• Document supplier visits and maintain records for reporting

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Mechanical knowledge

Independent working

Tools

V-Auto

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Portland, OR 97220 Position Type: Full Time Travel Percentage: Road Warrior AutoSavvy

AutoSavvy is one of the largest and fastest growing automotive dealers in the country, and we are looking for talented individuals who can help us accomplish our lofty goals. We currently have 20 stores located in 11 different states and we are just getting started. AutoSavvy truly has a unique and distinct advantage in delivering value and savings for our customers, really, we are not just saying that. Join our team and assist in ensuring inventory and company expansion!

Automotive Buyer/Inspector Job Description

We are currently seeking an experienced Reconditioned and Salvage Vehicle (Car) Buyer or Body and Frame Inspector to join our Purchasing Team. The position will be responsible for purchasing vehicles at various auctions, rebuilder shops, trade networks and inspector vehicles.

Ask yourself why you go to work?

• Do you believe in innovating to re-define the Retail Automotive Industry?


• Do you believe in giving maximum effort to achieve career paths with opportunities to learn vital roles and skills?


• Are you striving for meaningful work in a high-growth, promote-from-within organization?


• Do you seek internal satisfaction by serving others?


• Do you enjoy being in an achievement-oriented position?

Buyer/Inspector Job Duties and Responsibilities

In this role you will be responsible for, but not limited to the following job duties:

• Inspection
  
  
  
  • Complete a multi-point inspection to identify all other repairs needed, only recommending repairs needed.
  
  
  • Diagnose and identify root cause concerns as discussed with the customer.
  
  
  • Test drive to verify concerns with the vehicle as necessary.
  
  
  • Work with Suppliers and AutoSavvy personnel to correctly identify mechanical repairs needed as well as items found on the multi-point inspection to create parts and labor estimates for repair.
  
  
  • Test drive and inspect repaired vehicle to ensure that the problem(s) have been completely fixed.
  
  
  • Perform a complete post-repair inspection for quality, safety and reliability.
  
  
  • Communicate any failed items during quality control inspections.
  
  
  
  


• Inspector Management
  
  
  
  • Maintain the shop and service area for cleanliness.
  
  
  • Daily Stand-up Scrum Meeting with the Team.
  
  
  • Weekly Sprint Review.
  
  
  • Monthly personal development reviews with staff.
  
  
  
  


• Relationship Management
  
  
  
  • Sources, establishes, and maintains relationships with salvage title, vehicle rebuilders/suppliers, auctions, and various sources for the purpose of purchasing vehicles that meet AutoSavvy requirements.
  
  
  • Cold calling.
  
  
  • Direct shop visits.
  
  
  • Proper documentation of supplier visits.
  
  
  • Engaging suppliers in professional relationship.
  
  
  • Demonstrate financial benefits.
  
  
  • Resolving concerns with suppliers.
  
  
  
  


• Purchasing Cars
  
  
  
  • Monitors used automobile market for trends in vehicle values.
  
  
  • Maintains ongoing customer relations with Suppliers and Auction Personnel.
  
  
  • Meet with Suppliers and attend auctions to buy cars that meet AutoSavvy requirements.
  
  
  • Move cars from the designated customer drop off into and out of the staging area safely for transport to our retail dealership locations.
  
  
  • Recording/reporting of key information
    
    
    
    • Throughput
      
      
      
      • Specific Vehicles
      
      
      • Volume
      
      
      
      
    
    
    • Rates
    
    
    • Errors
    
    
    • Top Performers
    
    
    • Bottom Performers
    
    
    • Improvement plans
    
    
    
    
  
  
  
  


• Travel to out of market Rebuilders is required from 50% - 75% of the time.


• Additional duties as assigned.

To be successful in this role you should have held similar titles

• Floor Manager


• Service Advisor


• Appraisal Manager


• Insurance Estimator


• Frame Inspector


• Other similar roles

Requirements and Knowledge Needed

• Prior automotive industry experience required with 3-5 years of previous buying experience either as a buyer or a used car manager.


• Strong mechanical knowledge with the ability to identify proper body repairs.


• Comfortable with technology-based platforms, V-Auto specifically.


• An excellent negotiator with the ability to spot opportunities and the good sense to act on them.


• An excellent communicator with a great ability to build rapport and attract builders and other suppliers.


• Must be polite, professional, energetic, and presentable, with strong communication, organization, and customer service skills.


• Must be comfortable working independently, skilled at listening, problem solving and communication.


• Experienced in hunting new business opportunities using current and innovative techniques.


• Thirst for career development and continuous learning.


• Valid drivers license, a clean driving record, and the ability to pass a drug test and a background check.


• Ability to work in all elements of weather.

Schedule

• Monday to Friday


• Full-Time

Compensation

• 60K-65K annual salary (including any bonus).

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance


• HSA Match


• Pharmacy Discount Programs


• Employer paid Life Insurance


• Pet Insurance


• Employee Assistance Program


• Free Mental Health Sessions


• Retirement Plan with Matching


• Gym Discount


• Paid Holidays


• One of the best Paid Time Off policies in the industry


• Employee Vehicle Purchase Program Discount

All offers are contingent upon the successful passing of a pre-employment screening for illegal substances, background check, having a valid drivers license, and acceptable motor vehicle report.

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.