Used car buyer

Serpentini Chevrolet; North Olmsted (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with incentives

Health and wellness benefits

Professional development opportunities

Employee discounts on vehicle purchases

Job summary

Serpentini Chevrolet in North Olmsted is looking for a Used Vehicle Acquisition Specialist to expand our inventory by sourcing and purchasing pre-owned vehicles. You'll work closely with our used car manager and receive complete training for success in this role.

The ideal candidate has a passion for the automotive industry, strong negotiation skills, and good analytical capabilities. Join us and enjoy competitive salary benefits, professional development opportunities, and employee discounts.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in automotive purchasing, focusing on pre-owned vehicles.
• Strong negotiation skills to establish productive relationships with sellers.
• Excellent understanding of vehicle condition assessment and pricing valuation.

Responsibilities

• Identify vehicles for acquisition through auctions, trade-ins, and purchases.
• Conduct evaluations of vehicle condition, demand, and pricing trends.
• Negotiate terms with sellers for competitive vehicle prices.
• Utilize software for market data analysis and inventory optimization.
• Oversee procurement from evaluation to acquisition.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to align inventory with demand.
• Maintain accurate records of acquisitions and market insights.

Skills

Automotive purchasing expertise

Negotiation skills

Detail-oriented

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Marketing

Tools

Vauto

CDK software

Job description

Used Vehicle Acquisition Specialist

Join the all new Serpentini CDJR team!

Position Overview

As the Used Vehicle Acquisition Specialist you'll be instrumental in expanding our inventory by sourcing and purchasing pre-owned vehicles. Leveraging your expertise in automotive purchasing, proficiency with industry-leading software like V-auto. We NEED help for our used car manager as we simply can not buy enough vehicles with 1 person! --- HUGE growth opportunity as more of our buyers evolve into Used Car managers in our group!

No experience necessary - We will COMPLETELY train the right person.

Responsibilities

• Identify potential vehicles for acquisition through various channels, including auctions, trade-ins, and direct purchases.
• Conduct thorough evaluations of vehicle condition, market demand, and pricing trends to make informed purchasing decisions.
• Negotiate favorable terms with sellers to secure vehicles at competitive prices.
• Utilize Vauto and CDK software to analyze market data and optimize inventory selection.
• Oversee the procurement process from initial evaluation to vehicle acquisition, ensuring efficient and timely transactions.
• Collaborate closely with sales and marketing teams to align inventory with customer preferences and market demands.
• Maintain accurate records of vehicle acquisitions, pricing, and market insights.

Requirements

• Proven experience in automotive purchasing, with a focus on pre-owned vehicles.
• Proficiency in Vauto and CDK software for inventory management and market analysis.
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to establish productive relationships with sellers.
• Excellent understanding of vehicle condition assessment and pricing valuation.
• Detail-oriented with the capacity to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret and apply market data and trends.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field (preferred).

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• A supportive work environment characterized by teamwork and collaboration.
• Employee discounts on vehicle purchases and service.

How to Apply

If you're a motivated individual passionate about the automotive industry and meet the qualifications outlined above, we encourage you to apply! Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and explaining why you're the ideal candidate for the Used Vehicle Acquisition Specialist position at Performance Nissan.

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