Automotive Market Buyer

Sonic Automotive; Nederland (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical / Pharmacy

Vision

Flexible Spending Account

401K

Job summary

Sonic Automotive is seeking an Automotive Buyer based in Nederland, TX. This role involves acquiring used vehicle inventory, negotiating prices, and ensuring customer satisfaction. Candidates should possess excellent analytical and communication skills, and prior purchasing experience is preferred.

The position offers income potential of $60,000 to $130,000 along with benefits such as medical, vision, flexible spending accounts, and a 401K.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of retail and wholesale automobile sales processes.
• Management or prior purchasing experience preferred.
• Clean motor vehicle and criminal background records.

Responsibilities

• Obtain used-car inventory through customer and street purchases.
• Set and negotiate pricing.
• Make financially sound purchasing decisions for the company.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Tools

Web-based search applications

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 Automotive is looking to hire an Automotive Buyer to be based in Beaumont, TX. 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 Acquisition Team, you will ensure the timely valuation and processing of used vehicle consumer inventory through street purchases. This position requires working well in a fast-paced environment and effectively communicating.

What You Will Do :

• Obtain used-car inventory through customer and street purchases
• 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 :

• Income potential of $60k to 130k
• 5 day work week
• Medical / Pharmacy
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401K

Additional Information

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