Vehicle Acquisition Buyer

Brandon Reeves Auto World; Monroe (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Brandon Reeves Auto World in Monroe, NC is seeking an experienced vehicle buyer to join the on-site team, focusing on private-party acquisitions and selective online auction purchases to grow sales volume and gross profit.

You will source, evaluate, and price inventory using market data tools, negotiate with sellers within authority, coordinate inspections, and hand off purchases to the dealership, all while maintaining a rigorous pipeline and alignment with inventory needs.

Qualifications

• A strong vehicle-buying background with hands-on experience sourcing from private sellers.
• Good judgment on condition, value, and resale potential.
• Ability to negotiate respectfully with sellers.
• Familiarity with vAuto and Stockwave is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Source vehicles through Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist, and local listings.
• Contact sellers, qualify opportunities, and arrange appointments.
• Evaluate market demand and vehicle value using vAuto and Stockwave.
• Coordinate auctions to supplement private-party acquisitions.
• Negotiate within purchasing authority and verify ownership details.
• Maintain an organized pipeline of leads, offers, and purchases.
• Align buying with inventory needs and profit goals.

Skills

Vehicle buying

Negotiation

Market analysis

Sourcing private sellers

Independent work

Tools

vAuto

Stockwave

Online auctions

Job description

Established independent dealership in business for 23 years, located in Monroe, NC.

Full-time, on-site | Reports to the General Manager

We’re hiring an experienced vehicle buyer to join our on-site team and help grow sales volume and gross profit by acquiring the right inventory. Private-party acquisition is the primary focus. Selective online auction purchases will supplement inventory needs, particularly while that pipeline develops and we reduce our reliance on auctions.

Responsibilities

• Source vehicles through Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist, local listings, referrals, and direct seller outreach.
• Contact sellers promptly, qualify opportunities, arrange appointments, and follow up consistently.
• Use vAuto and Stockwave to evaluate market demand and comparable vehicles, alongside vehicle condition, history, and expected reconditioning costs, to recommend disciplined purchase prices.
• Source and purchase suitable vehicles through online auctions to supplement private-party acquisitions, accounting for condition reports, fees, transportation, and total acquisition cost.
• Negotiate professionally within pricing limits and purchasing authority set by the General Manager.
• Coordinate inspections and work with the office to verify ownership, title status, liens, and payoff requirements.
• Coordinate pickup or transport and a complete handoff to the dealership.
• Maintain an organized pipeline of leads, seller conversations, offers, appointments, and purchases.
• Work closely with the General Manager and dealership team to align buying with customer demand, inventory needs, and profit goals.

Qualifications

• A strong vehicle-buying and appraisal background is required, including hands-on experience sourcing and purchasing directly from private sellers.
• Sound judgment about vehicle condition, market value, reconditioning needs, and resale potential.
• Confidence initiating seller conversations and negotiating respectfully.
• Ability to evaluate online auction opportunities and recognize acquisition risks. Familiarity with vAuto, Stockwave, and online auction platforms is strongly preferred.
• Consistent follow-through, accurate recordkeeping, and the ability to work independently while contributing to an on-site team.

Success in this role

Success means acquiring marketable vehicles at disciplined prices, building a reliable private-party pipeline, and supporting profitable sales growth. Performance will reflect inventory quality, acquisition cost, profitability, and follow-through alongside purchase volume.