Used Car Buyer BMW of West Houston

Sonic Automotive; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the automotive sector is seeking a Used Car Buyer to engage with customers and appraise vehicles for purchase. The ideal candidate will excel in customer communication, have prior automotive purchasing experience, and thrive in a performance-driven role with significant earning potential based on performance. The position offers full-time status with Sundays off and an array of benefits, including health insurance and career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off that Grows with You

Employee Pricing on Purchases & Leases

Free & Discounted Gym Membership Options

Exclusive Travel Deals on Hotels, Rentals & Airfare

Career Growth in a Fortune 500 Company

Qualifications

• Prior experience in automotive purchasing and appraisals.
• Strong ability to engage with customers and build rapport.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for appraising and purchasing used vehicles.
• Engage customers and manage appointments for vehicle appraisals.
• Build offers and work with sales managers for proposed deals.

Skills

Customer Engagement

Communication

Lead Pursuit

Tools

CRM Software

Job description

Job Description

** Summary:**

The Used Car Buyer will have a primary responsibility of executing a process which involves prospecting, appraising, and presenting offers to current vehicle owners with the goal of purchasing their vehicles from multiple sources for resale.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for calling, following up and scheduling appointments for customers to come in and appraise and purchase their used vehicles.
• Utilize CRM for prospecting and lead generation.
• Interface with current used vehicle owners from appointments set and dealership service drive with the purpose of purchasing their vehicle.
• Approach, greet, and engage with dealership customers to appraise and offer to purchase their current vehicles.
• Appraise used vehicles by asking questions, taking pictures of the vehicles, and inputting vehicle data into Sonic's automated inventory management system.
• Work with Sales Managers to build and propose an offer to seller.
• Introduces guest to sales department personnel to sell them a new vehicle after purchase of their existing vehicle.
• Review monthly goals with management on vehicles purchased to better utilize time and plans more effectively.

Qualifications:
Qualifications

• Prior experience in automotive purchasing, inventory management, and appraisals.
• Strong ability to engage with customers effectively, build rapport, and address their needs and concerns professionally.
• Excellent verbal communication skills with a persuasive and articulate demeanor over the phone.
• Ability to persistently pursue leads, maintaining a positive attitude throughout.
• Comfortable using CRM software and productivity tools to manage leads and track progress.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Must be authorized to work in the USA.
• Must be willing to undergo pre-employment compliance requirements: Drug testing, background check, MVR.

Additional Information

** Compensation (Draw / Commission):**

• Performance-based earnings range: $6,000 - $10,000+ / per month
• Actual earnings depend on performance. High-performing sales professionals who consistently meet and exceed store and corporate goals often earn well above this range.

** Schedule** :

• FULL TIME
• Sundays Always Off
• Saturday Availability Required

** Perks & Benefits:**

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off that Grows with You
• Sundays Always Off
• Closed on Thanksgiving & Christmas
• Employee Pricing on Purchases & Leases
• Free & Discounted Gym Membership Options
• Exclusive Travel Deals on Hotels, Rentals & Airfare
• Career Growth in a Fortune 500 Company

All your information will be kept confidential in accordance with EEO guidelines