Used Car Manager - Concord Honda

Sonic Automotive; Concord (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

401k

PTO

Training and Development Programs

Job summary

A leading automotive dealer in Concord, CA seeks a Used Car Manager to oversee all aspects of used vehicle operations. Responsibilities include managing inventory, setting competitive pricing, and collaborating with sales and service departments. Ideal candidates will have 2+ years of experience in automotive management, excellent negotiation and communication skills, and a valid driver's license. The position offers a salary range of $100,000 to $200,000+, based on performance, along with comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a Used Car Manager at an automotive dealership.
• Experience in automotive management, specifically with used car operations.
• Knowledge of vehicle acquisition, inventory management, and pricing strategies.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the sales and service departments.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the dealership's used car inventory.
• Build and implement competitive pricing strategies for used vehicles.
• Acquire pre-owned vehicles through auctions, trade-ins, and other sources.
• Work closely with the service department to recondition used vehicles.
• Collaborate with the sales team to ensure they are informed about inventory.

Skills

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

Inventory Management

Market Analysis

Job description

Used Car Manager - Concord Honda in Concord, CA at Sonic Automotive

Location: 1461 Concord Avenue
Concord, CA 94520

Job Type: Customer Service

Experience: Mid-Senior Level

About

Concord Hondais one of the fastest growing brands within the automotive industry. We are building a business based on doing things the right way. From the way we treat our guests, take pride in our work and share opportunities for our employees to grow as we grow. We are proud of what we're doing here and would love to tell you about our opportunities!

Salary: $100,000 to $200,000 +

Our associates are happy to work here because:

• We boast the lowest turnover in the industry.
• We provide award winning training (Training Magazine Top 125, and Brandon Hall Awards).
• We are committed to developing and promoting within the company.
• Our benefits are extremely competitive with Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, 401k and PTO.
• We encourage peer to peer teamwork and recognition.
• Special benefits to purchasing and leasing a car.
• Personal Automotive Concierge Service.

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We're proud of what we're doing here. Come and join us!

Job Description

Summary:

The Used Car Manager will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of our used vehicle operations, which includes acquiring quality pre-owned vehicles, managing inventory, setting competitive pricing, marketing, and working closely with the sales and service departments to ensure maximum profitability and efficient reconditioning.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain the dealership's used car inventory, ensuring optimal stock levels.
• Build and implement competitive pricing strategies for used vehicles based on market analysis.
• Acquire pre-owned vehicles through auctions, trade-ins, and other sources to maintain a diverse and desirable inventory.
• Work closely with the service department to recondition used vehicles, ensuring they are ready for sale.
• Monitor and adjust inventory pricing to remain competitive in the market while meeting profit targets.
• Develop marketing strategies to promote used vehicle inventory across various channels.
• Collaborate with the sales team to ensure they are informed about the current used car inventory and push aged units.
• Analyze market trends and consumer preferences to align inventory with customer demand.
• Conduct regular appraisals of trade-ins and pre-owned vehicles to ensure accurate and fair pricing.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and dealership standards for used vehicle operations.
• 2+ years of experience as a Used Car Manager at an automotive dealership.
• Experience in automotive management, specifically with used car operations.
• Knowledge of vehicle acquisition, inventory management, and pricing strategies.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the sales and service departments.
• Valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
• All applicants must be authorized to work in the USA.
• All applicants must be able to demonstrate ability to pass pre-employment testing to include background checks, MVR, drug test, and valid driver license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience as a Used Car Manager at an automotive dealership.

Compensation (Salary plus Bonus):

• Average annual Income is $100,000 to $200,000 + based on performance

(The Used Car Manager has a Pay Scale consisting of the following elements and ranges. Wages include Base draw Compensation. The position may also pay bonus compensation which is based on the percentage of sales achieved from $0.00 (if no sales are made) without any upper limit other than sales performance. The position also may also pay a production bonus based on individual or team performance that may range from $0.00 (if baseline benchmarks are not met) without any fixed upper limit.)

Schedule:

• FULL TIME
• Weekend availability required
• Show Room Hours:
  • Monday - Saturday: 9am - 8pm
  • Sunday: 10am - 7pm

It's time to make the most important move of your career. From our cooperative team-based approach; to our more than 1,000 internal advancements each year, it's easy to see the difference. When you join our organization, you'll enjoy comprehensive training, competitive compensation, and unparalleled benefits. Simply put, you'll experience the best that a career in the automotive industry has to offer.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.