Strategic Used-Vehicle Acquisition Specialist

DeHaven Chevrolet; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary plus bonus

Full-time, 40-hour workweek

Monday-Friday schedule

Paid vacation

PTO

Health insurance benefits

401(k) with company match

Employee vehicle purchase benefits

Established dealership with strong rep

Job summary

DeHaven Chevrolet is seeking a motivated Vehicle Acquisition Specialist to grow and manage our used-vehicle inventory. You will identify, appraise, and purchase quality pre-owned vehicles directly from customers, including service-drive visits and online inquiries.

The role emphasizes strong market knowledge, sound purchasing decisions, and delivering an exceptional customer experience while coordinating with sales, service, and accounting teams to process acquisitions efficiently.

Qualifications

• Experience in automotive sales, appraisal, purchasing, or dealership settings.
• Strong understanding of used-vehicle values and market conditions is a plus.
• Excellent communication and customer-service skills.
• Comfortable communicating with customers by phone, text, email, and in person.
• Strong organizational and follow-up skills.
• Ability to work independently and make informed purchasing decisions.
• Familiarity with dealership software, online appraisal tools, and auction platforms.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Appraise vehicles for customers in the DeHaven Chevrolet service drive and identify opportunities to purchase vehicles directly from service customers.
• Contact and follow up with customers who submit inbound vehicle purchase or appraisal inquiries.
• Provide accurate, competitive vehicle valuations based on condition, market data, history, and current inventory needs.
• Present purchase offers and communicate with customers throughout the acquisition process.
• Build relationships with service customers and create a simple, low-pressure vehicle-selling experience.
• Purchase vehicles that meet the dealership's inventory needs and profitability goals.
• Monitor market conditions, wholesale values, retail pricing, and inventory trends.
• Assist with sourcing and purchasing vehicles through online auctions when needed.
• Coordinate with sales, used-car management, service, and accounting teams to ensure acquired vehicles are processed efficiently.
• Maintain accurate records of appraisals, customer contacts, offers, purchases, and follow-up activity.
• Consistently follow up with potential sellers and work toward established acquisition goals.

Skills

Used-vehicle values

Customer service

Independent decisions

Dealership software

Driver's license

Tools

Auction platforms

Online appraisal tools

CRM software

Job description

DeHaven Chevrolet is seeking a motivated Vehicle Acquisition Specialist to grow and manage our used-vehicle inventory. You will identify, appraise, and purchase quality pre-owned vehicles directly from customers, including service-drive visits and online inquiries.

The role emphasizes strong market knowledge, sound purchasing decisions, and delivering an exceptional customer experience while coordinating with sales, service, and accounting teams to process acquisitions efficiently.