Used Vehicle Buyer

Lithia & Driveway; Temecula (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the retail motor vehicles industry is seeking a Used Vehicle Buyer in Temecula. The position involves acquiring used-car inventory, appraising vehicles, and providing a premium customer experience while focusing on meeting sales targets. With competitive pay up to $125,000 and comprehensive benefits, this entry-level role offers growth opportunities in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Health Insurance Coverage

Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Holidays & Time Off

Employee Wellness Program

Life and Disability Insurance

Vehicle Purchase Discounts

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and sense of urgency.
• Critical thinking and excellent communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for acquiring used-car inventory and appraising vehicles.
• Deliver a premium customer experience and meet buying quotas.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Critical Thinking

Education

High School Graduate or Equivalent

Job description

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Used Vehicle Buyer

Pay: $50k-$75k annually

Schedule: Monday through Friday

Department Hours: Monday-Sunday, 8am-5pm

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all faces of acquiring a used-car inventory through, direct contacts, generated leads, off site auctions, dealers, internet inquiries from customers or any other available avenues
• Appraise vehicles, understand vehicle condition, negotiate price, make financially sound purchasing decisions, and insures timely processing of all purchases
• Responsible for understanding retail trends and participating in the inventory planning process
• Deliver a premium customer experience by responding to customer inquiries in a prompt, professional, accurate and courteous manner. This highly accountable position uses lead management tools
• Requires working in a fast-paced team environment, being effective as a self-starter and working individually as needs dictate
• Generate leads and create appointments by researching the available used car market
• Meet car buying quotas
• Understand market tendencies and the changes to the trends in all geographic areas.
  
  

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and sense of urgency.
• Excellent communication skills both written and oral
• Critical Thinking – using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Acceptable driving record and a valid driver's license in your state of residence
  
  

This is a performance driven position, eligible for short-term and/or long-term incentives as part of total compensation, which includes bonuses based on Units. The Annual Estimated Earnings Range is $68,640.00-$125,000.00 . Additional benefits offered include Health insurance coverage, An employee wellness program, Life and disability insurance, Retirement savings plan, Paid holidays, Paid time off (PTO). Information about LITHIA’s comprehensive benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at https://www.lithiacareers.com/

We Offer Best In Class Industry Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Paid Holidays & PTO
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Lithia Learning Center
• Vehicle Purchase Discounts
• Wellness Programs
  
  

High School graduate or equivalent, 18 years or older required. We are a drug free workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity (regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status). We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Purchasing and Supply Chain

• Industries

  Retail Motor Vehicles

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