Used Car Buyer - Lone Star Chevrolet

Sonic Automotive

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 55,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Employee Pricing on Purchases & Leases

Free & Discounted Gym Membership Options

Job summary

An automotive dealership group is seeking a Used Car Buyer in Houston, Texas. This role involves prospecting, appraising, and purchasing vehicles while effectively engaging with customers. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in automotive purchasing, excellent communication skills, and a clean driving record. The position offers full-time hours with weekends off and a performance-based earnings structure starting at $50,000 per year.

Qualifications

Minimum 2+ years of experience in automotive purchasing, acquisitions, and appraisals.
Strong ability to engage customers effectively and address their needs.
Must be comfortable using CRM software.

Responsibilities

Responsible for scheduling appointments for customers to appraise and purchase used vehicles.
Utilize CRM for prospecting and lead generation.
Engage with dealership customers to appraise and offer to purchase their vehicles.

Skills

Customer engagement

Verbal communication

CRM software proficiency

Lead generation

Automotive purchasing

Job description

Used Car Buyer - Lone Star Chevrolet in Houston, TX at Sonic Automotive

Location: 18900 Northwest Freeway
Houston, TX 77065

Job Type: Production

Experience: Associate

About

Sonic Automotive is a multi-billion dollar Fortune 500 company and one of the largest automotive dealer groups in the country with 100+ dealerships nationwide across 25 brands.

AtLone Star Chevrolet,a Sonic Automotive family dealership, you'll find the opportunities, resources, and support you need to grow and develop professionally. So read on, and consider a rewarding career with Sonic Automotive, Inc.

Performance-based earnings range: $50,000+ / per year

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.
Minimum 2+ years of experience in automotive purchasing, acquisitions, 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.
Performance-based earnings range: $50,000+ / per year
- Actual earnings depend on performance. High-performing sales professionals who consistently meet and exceed store and corporate goals often earn well above this range.