Used Car Buyer | Source, Negotiate & Grow Inventory

Steven Kia; Harrisonburg (VA); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Career Advancement

Job summary

Steven Automotive Group is seeking a motivated Used Car Buyer to source and purchase quality pre-owned vehicles for six dealerships, including Steven Kia. You will evaluate condition, market data, and demand while negotiating favorable terms to support healthy inventory and profitability.

The role emphasizes relationships with auctions, wholesalers, and private sellers, aiming to hit acquisition and profitability targets in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Previous automotive buying experience or vehicle appraisals preferred.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Knowledge of used vehicle values, market trends, and inventory demand.
• Ability to evaluate vehicle condition and estimate reconditioning costs.

Responsibilities

• Source and acquire quality pre-owned vehicles through auctions, trade-ins, private sellers, and other channels.
• Evaluate vehicles based on condition, market demand, mileage, history, and resale potential.
• Analyze market data, comparable listings, and inventory to determine competitive purchase values.
• Negotiate vehicle purchases to maximize profitability and maintain competitive acquisition costs.
• Build relationships with auction representatives, wholesalers, private sellers, and other sourcing partners.
• Appraise vehicles and assist with trade-in evaluations as needed.
• Monitor inventory levels and identify opportunities to meet dealership demand.
• Coordinate vehicle purchases, transportation, inspections, and required documentation.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, appraisals, and acquisition costs.
• Work with Sales Managers, General Managers, and inventory teams to develop buying strategies.
• Meet and exceed vehicle acquisition, profitability, and performance goals.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Relationship building

Analytical mindset

Organized

Valuation tools

Tools

Valuation tools

Online marketplaces

Dealership software

Job description

Used Car Buyer

Join a Growing, Family-Owned Automotive Group!

Steven Automotive Group is looking for a motivated, results-driven Used Car Buyer to join our growing team. We are a family-owned automotive group with six dealerships: Steven Kia, Steven Nissan, Steven Toyota, Steven Hyundai, Steven Honda, and Steven Ford.

If you have automotive buying experience, strong negotiation skills, and a passion for finding quality pre-owned vehicles, this is an opportunity to grow your career and maximize your earning potential.

The Opportunity

As a Used Car Buyer, you will be responsible for sourcing, evaluating, and purchasing quality pre-owned vehicles to support our dealership inventory. You will identify acquisition opportunities through auctions, trade-ins, private sellers, and other channels while ensuring vehicles are purchased at competitive prices and meet our inventory standards.

What You'll Do

• Source and acquire quality pre-owned vehicles through auctions, trade-ins, private sellers, and other purchasing channels.

• Evaluate vehicles based on condition, market demand, mileage, history, and resale potential.

• Analyze market data, comparable listings, and current inventory to determine competitive purchase values.

• Negotiate vehicle purchases to maximize profitability and maintain competitive acquisition costs.

• Build relationships with auction representatives, wholesalers, private sellers, and other vehicle sourcing partners.

• Appraise vehicles and assist with trade-in evaluations as needed.

• Monitor used vehicle inventory levels and identify opportunities to meet dealership demand.

• Coordinate vehicle purchases, transportation, inspections, and required documentation.

• Maintain accurate records of purchases, appraisals, and acquisition costs.

• Work closely with Sales Managers, General Managers, and inventory teams to develop effective buying strategies.

• Meet and exceed vehicle acquisition, profitability, and performance goals.

💰 Compensation

$55,000+ ANNUAL EARNING POTENTIAL

Compensation based on experience, qualifications, and performance, with the opportunity to increase earnings through successful vehicle acquisitions and results.

What We're Looking For

• Previous automotive experience in used car buying, vehicle appraisals, wholesale, or automotive sales preferred.

• Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.

• Knowledge of used vehicle values, market trends, and inventory demand.

• Ability to evaluate vehicle condition and identify potential reconditioning costs.

• Analytical mindset with strong business judgment.

• Self-motivated, organized, and results-driven.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, performance-oriented environment.

• Comfortable using automotive valuation tools, online marketplaces, and dealership software.

• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

• 401(k) Plan

• Paid Time Off

• Employee Discounts

• Career Advancement Opportunities

Why Join Steven Automotive Group?

Family-owned. Growing. Opportunity-driven.

Join a family-owned automotive group with six dealerships and opportunities to make a direct impact on inventory quality, profitability, and overall dealership performance. At Steven Automotive Group, your ability to identify opportunities, negotiate effectively, and deliver results can help drive your career forward.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Steven Automotive Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.