Used Car Manager

Timbrook Ford of Oakland; Elkins, Northern (WV, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance with dental/vision

401(k) with company match

Generous PTO with holidays

Job summary

Performance Chevrolet in Elkins, West Virginia, part of the Timbrook Automotive Group, is seeking an experienced Used Car Manager to take full ownership of the pre-owned operation. You will guide inventory, pricing, and team performance to optimize volume and gross profit.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in a used-car leadership role, strong appraisal skills, and the ability to drive market-based pricing and fast turnover.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in a Used Car Manager role or similar.
• Strong appraisal and vehicle acquisition skills.
• Experience with market-based pricing and inventory management tools.
• Ability to lead a sales team and achieve volume and gross profit targets.

Responsibilities

• Appraise trades accurately and competitively.
• Acquire inventory through trades, auctions and other buying channels.
• Maintain the right inventory mix for our market.
• Monitor aging and aggressively manage inventory turn.
• Price vehicles to market regularly while maximizing gross profit.
• Manage reconditioning and speed-to-market.
• Ensure every vehicle is properly merchandised online.
• Work with the sales team to drive used vehicle volume and profitability.
• Monitor wholesale activity and minimize unnecessary losses.
• Track key metrics including volume, gross, aging and turn.
• Build and execute strategies to grow the pre-owned department.
• Provide back-up support for the Finance Manager.
• Report directly to the General Manager.

Skills

Used Car Management

Appraisal Skills

Inventory Management

Pricing Strategy

Leadership

Job description

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Used Car Manager

Full Time Performance Chevrolet, Elkins, WV, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 1042

Performance Chevrolet, part of the Timbrook Automotive Group, is looking for an experienced Used Car Manager to take full ownership of our pre-owned operation. If you know how to buy right, manage inventory, turn cars quickly and lead a sales team to strong volume and gross profit, we want to talk to you.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Appraise trades accurately and competitively
• Acquire inventory through trades, auctions and other buying channels
• Maintain the right inventory mix for our market
• Monitor aging and aggressively manage inventory turn
• Price vehicles to market regularly while maximizing gross profit
• Manage reconditioning and speed-to-market
• Ensure every vehicle is properly merchandised online
• Work with the sales team to drive used vehicle volume and profitability
• Monitor wholesale activity and minimize unnecessary losses
• Track key metrics including volume, gross, aging and turn
• Build and execute strategies to grow the pre-owned department
• Provide back-up support for the Finance Manager
• Report directly to the General Manager

WHAT YOU BRING

• At least 2 years of experience as a Used Car Manager, Used Car Buyer, or Sales/Desk Manager with used vehicle responsibility
• Strong appraisal and vehicle acquisition skills
• Experience with market-based pricing and inventory management tools
• Ability to balance volume, gross profit and inventory turn
• A clear understanding of reconditioning and the importance of getting vehicles frontline-ready quickly
• Ability to lead, coach and hold a team accountable
• Competitive, organized and results-driven
• Respect and professionalism with customers and employees
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass a background check

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive management salary plus a percentage of department gross profit
• Health insurance with optional dental and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO with accelerated accrual, plus paid holidays
• The stability and resources of an established multi-store automotive group
• Real ownership of the used vehicle operation with the opportunity to grow it