Used Car Manager

Graff Auto Campus; Burns Harbor (IN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Two-store team environment

Access to industry-leading tools

Broker-style transport system

Job summary

Graff Auto Campus in Burns Harbor, IN seeks a Used Car Manager to oversee inventory acquisition, reconditioning coordination with Ford and Toyota stores, and wholesale listings. You will manage 150+ vehicles across two locations and coordinate transport through our broker-style system.

Responsibilities include appraisals, maintaining inventory levels, and ensuring proper vehicle merchandising. Strong negotiation and organizational skills are essential; certified-vehicle knowledge is a plus.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in used car management, inventory acquisition, and appraisal.
• Strong organizational skills to manage large inventories efficiently.
• Ability to coordinate multiple channels for acquiring vehicles.
• Experience with wholesale websites and vehicle listing platforms.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of certified vehicle programs is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Acquire used car inventory through auctions, Facebook, and the service drive.
• Manage and maintain an inventory of 150+ used cars.
• Oversee the reconditioning process in partnership with the Reconditioning Manager at two locations (Ford and Toyota).
• Coordinate transportation of used vehicles through our broker-style transport system.
• Manage wholesale website listings to monitor vehicles entering the wholesale space.
• Conduct appraisals and provide support for used car sales management.
• Maintain a day’s supply of inventory within industry standards.
• Ensure proper merchandising of vehicles on the lot with accurate identification.
• Manage certified units and handle all aspects related to used car inventory management.

Skills

Used car management

Inventory acquisition

Appraisal

Tools

Wholesale websites

Job description

The Used Car Manager position at Graff Auto Campus is responsible for acquiring used car inventory through various channels such as auctions, Facebook, and the service drive. This role involves managing the used car inventory and overseeing the reconditioning process in collaboration with the Reconditioning Manager at both the Ford and Toyota stores. The manager will coordinate transportation of used vehicles using our broker-style transport system and handle wholesale websites to ensure proper vehicle placement in the wholesale market.

Responsibilities

• Acquire used car inventory through auctions, Facebook, and the service drive.
• Manage and maintain an inventory of 150+ used cars.
• Oversee the reconditioning process in partnership with the Reconditioning Manager at two locations (Ford and Toyota).
• Coordinate transportation of used vehicles through our broker-style transport system.
• Manage wholesale website listings to monitor vehicles entering the wholesale space.
• Conduct appraisals and provide support for used car sales management.
• Maintain a day’s supply of inventory within industry standards.
• Ensure proper merchandising of vehicles on the lot with accurate identification.
• Manage certified units and handle all aspects related to used car inventory management.

Requirements

• Proven experience in used car management, inventory acquisition, and appraisal.
• Strong organizational skills to manage large inventories efficiently.
• Ability to coordinate multiple channels for acquiring vehicles.
• Experience with wholesale websites and vehicle listing platforms.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of certified vehicle programs is preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation ranging from $100,000.00 to $160,000.00 per year, paid bi-weekly.
• Opportunity to work with a reputable company in the automotive industry.
• Supportive team environment across two stores (Ford and Toyota).
• Access to industry-leading tools and transportation broker system.

About the Company

Graff Auto Campus is a leading automotive group with locations in Burns Harbor, IN, representing trusted brands such as Ford and Toyota. Our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction has made us a prominent name in the automotive industry. We pride ourselves on providing a collaborative work environment where employees can grow and excel.