Strategic Auto Buyer for Used-Car Inventory & Pricing

EchoPark Automotive; California; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing automotive brand is seeking an Automotive Market Buyer in Colma, CA. In this role, you will acquire used vehicle inventory, negotiate prices, and ensure effective customer service. You should have strong analytical skills, and a solid understanding of the sales process, with preferred experience in management or purchasing. A clean background is required. This dynamic position requires quick decision-making in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of retail and wholesale automobile sales processes.
• Excellent analytical and valuation skills.
• Clean motor vehicle and criminal background records required.

Responsibilities

• Obtain used-car inventory through street purchases.
• Set and negotiate pricing for vehicles.
• Provide excellent internal and external customer service.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Customer service skills

Valuation skills

Job description

Automotive Market Buyer in Colma, CA at EchoPark Automotive

Job Type: Sales

Experience: Associate

About

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 based out of our office in Colma, CA. 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 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 effectively communicating.

What You Will Do :

• Obtain used-car inventory through 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