Strategic Used Car Buyer | Auctions & Profit Growth

Friendship Automotive Enterprises; Bristol (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) and retirement benefits

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Friendship Automotive Enterprises is seeking a Corporate Used Car Buyer to identify inventory needs across 15 locations, evaluate acquisitions, and purchase vehicles through auctions and dealer networks. You will negotiate prices and collaborate with Acquisition Specialists to maximize trade opportunities while maintaining compliant records.

Ideal candidates have experience in used car buying or automotive management, strong market knowledge, and the ability to travel to auctions or dealerships

Qualifications

• Previous experience in used car buying, wholesale purchasing, or automotive management preferred.
• Strong knowledge of used vehicle values, market trends, and auction processes.
• Experience with vehicle appraisal tools, auction platforms, and inventory systems.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to make sound purchasing decisions and work independently.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
• Willingness to travel to dealerships and auctions as needed.

Responsibilities

• Identify used inventory needs across 15 locations based on market trends and demand.
• Evaluate vehicle condition, acquisition costs, and profitability.
• Purchase used vehicles through auctions, dealerships, social media, and other buying sources.
• Negotiate purchase prices to meet company buying standards.
• Collaborate with Acquisition Specialists to support and maximize trade-ins.
• Build and maintain relationships with auctions, wholesalers, and dealership partners.
• Coordinate vehicle delivery and allocation to maximize profitability.
• Maintain purchasing records in compliance with policy and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Organizational skills

Independent work

Willingness to travel

Industry knowledge

Tools

Vehicle appraisal tools

Auction platforms

Inventory systems

Job description

Friendship Automotive Enterprises is seeking a Corporate Used Car Buyer to identify inventory needs across 15 locations, evaluate acquisitions, and purchase vehicles through auctions and dealer networks. You will negotiate prices and collaborate with Acquisition Specialists to maximize trade opportunities while maintaining compliant records.

Ideal candidates have experience in used car buying or automotive management, strong market knowledge, and the ability to travel to auctions or dealerships