Vehicle Acquisition & Auction Specialist

Walser Automotive Group; Eden Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Career Growth & Advancement

Fertility & Adoption Assistance

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Life Insurance & 401(k) with Employer

Paid Clothing Program

Employee Discounts

Employee Resource Groups

Community Involvement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Referral Program

Job summary

Walser Automotive Group in Eden Prairie, MN seeks an Inventory Coordinator to partner with the Inventory Manager to plan and execute vehicle purchasing and stocking strategies. You will acquire vehicles via auctions, set stocking levels, and manage reconditioning and transportation.

You will review locations, coordinate pricing with the Pricing Analyst, and ensure quality across vehicles returned from the Reconditioning Center.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to retain crucial information about the vehicle market.
• Ability to make detailed financial decisions within tight timeframes.
• Proven organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task and handle interruptions and shifting priorities.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Work with Inventory Manager to establish a plan for desired inventory.
• Discuss and set inventory stocking levels with Inventory Manager.
• Acquire vehicles for inventory via online or live auctions.
• Monitor alternate purchasing sources and find new sources monthly.
• Review and correct status/lot locations in Tekion.
• Set up reconditioning plans on all purchases.
• Facilitate transportation of all purchased vehicles.
• Manage ReconTRAC and approve or adjust as necessary.
• Collaborate with Pricing Analyst to confirm accurate pricing.
• Inspect overall quality of vehicles returning from the Reconditioning Center.
• Communicate repair concerns with Recon GM/Used Vehicle Director.
• Uphold Walser’s Core Values: Do The Right Thing, Lead By Example, Display Positive Energy, Be Open Minded.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Driver's license

Tools

Tekion

ReconTRAC

Job description

Walser Automotive Group in Eden Prairie, MN seeks an Inventory Coordinator to partner with the Inventory Manager to plan and execute vehicle purchasing and stocking strategies. You will acquire vehicles via auctions, set stocking levels, and manage reconditioning and transportation.

You will review locations, coordinate pricing with the Pricing Analyst, and ensure quality across vehicles returned from the Reconditioning Center.