Outside Car Buyer

Pick Your Part; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Pick Your Part in Savannah, GA is seeking a self-motivated Outside Car Buyer to source, evaluate, and purchase vehicles to support inventory needs.

You will manage purchasing, build vendor relationships, and ensure a steady supply aligned with market demand and profitability goals while traveling within the territory.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record.
• Pass drug screen and MVR.
• Must meet company vehicle insurance requirements.
• Experience in sales, procurement, customer service, or automotive preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and purchase used vehicle inventory from tow yards, auctions, wholesalers, and private sellers.
• Establish, manage, and control purchasing activities within assigned territory.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vehicle suppliers, wholesalers, and auction representatives.
• Develop and maintain a consistent buying network to support monthly inventory acquisition goals.
• Analyze market trends, inventory reports, and sales performance to guide purchasing decisions.
• Negotiate purchase prices and terms to meet profitability targets.
• Travel as needed to inspect and acquire vehicle inventory across territory.
• Plan and manage daily routes for efficient field coverage.
• Coordinate with transportation teams to ensure timely pickup and delivery of purchased vehicles.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, vendor agreements, and activity tracking.
• Verify ownership documentation and complete required purchase paperwork.
• Inspect vehicles for condition, value, and missing components.
• Work closely with Inside Car Buyer team to meet yard and inventory goals.
• Communicate market conditions, trends, and inventory needs to leadership.

Skills

Relationship building

Independent worker

Time management

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Pick Your Part is seeking a self-motivated, field-based Outside Car Buyer responsible for sourcing, evaluating, and purchasing vehicles to support inventory needs. This role manages purchasing activities, builds vendor relationships, and ensures consistent vehicle supply aligned with market demand and profitability goals.

Description

Pick Your Part is seeking a self-motivated, field-based Outside Car Buyer responsible for sourcing, evaluating, and purchasing vehicles to support inventory needs. This role manages purchasing activities, builds vendor relationships, and ensures consistent vehicle supply aligned with market demand and profitability goals.

Schedule & Compensation

• Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Competitive Pay + bonus opportunities
• Local travel required

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and purchase used vehicle inventory from tow yards, auctions, wholesalers, and private sellers
• Establish, manage, and control purchasing activities within assigned territory
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vehicle suppliers, wholesalers, and auction representatives
• Develop and maintain a consistent buying network to support monthly inventory acquisition goals
• Analyze market trends, inventory reports, and sales performance to guide purchasing decisions
• Negotiate purchase prices and terms to meet company profitability targets
• Travel as needed to inspect and acquire vehicle inventory across territory
• Plan and manage daily routes for efficient field coverage
• Coordinate with transportation teams to ensure timely pickup and delivery of purchased vehicles
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, vendor agreements, and activity tracking
• Verify ownership documentation and complete required purchase paperwork
• Inspect vehicles for condition, value, and missing components
• Work closely with the Inside Car Buyer team to meet yard and inventory goals
• Communicate market conditions, trends, and inventory needs to leadership
• Other duties as assigned by management

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record
• Must pass drug screen and MVR
• Must meet company vehicle insurance requirements
• Experience in sales, procurement, customer service, or automotive preferred

Skills & Success Factors

• Strong relationship-building and communication skills
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently
• Organized with effective time management
• Negotiation and analytical skills
• Ability to assess market conditions and make informed decisions
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

• Frequent driving and outdoor work
• Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, and inspect vehicles
• Repeated entry/exit of vehicles throughout the day
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs