Associate Buyer

Carvana • Tempe, AZ

6d • Onsite

About The Position

We are a team of highly enthusiastic, motivated and driven individuals. In this role, your primary responsibilities include staying abreast of the used vehicle market, knowledge of in-lane and online auctions, reviewing vehicle condition reports and displaying a solid understanding of vehicle reconditioning costs while acquiring inventory for Carvana.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, Finance, Math, Supply Chain, or similar field.
• 1-3 years of relevant experience
• Direct experience with auto auctions as a used car buyer or in the estimating of damage to automobiles.
• Ability to think analytically and make report & process recommendations with proficiency in Excel.
• Ability to collaborate among multiple business units.
• Ability to confidently converse with and present to all levels of management within your team as well as cross-functionally.
• Analytically-oriented, demonstrate an interest in the automotive industry, goal-oriented, enthusiastic, energetic, organized, self-motivated, with the ability to interact and communicate with all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Conduct reviews and analysis of vehicle condition reports to select the most desirable inventory for Carvana.
• Perform quality evaluations of vehicles to ensure accurate optioning during CR review.
• Understand reconditioning costs and the impact to a vehicle’s quality.
• Acquire vehicle inventory through online auctions.
• Assist with various individual or collaborative projects as needed and follow up after completion.
• Multi-task in a high energy, fast paced work environment while always looking for ways to improve processes.
• Analyze market data and identify trends to mitigate risk.

Benefits

• Full-Time Salary Position with a competitive salary
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• 401K with company match
• A multitude of perks including student loan payments, discounts on vehicles, benefits for your pets, and much more
• A great wellness program to keep you healthy and happy both physically and mentally
• Access to opportunities to expand your skill set and share your knowledge with others across the organization
• A company culture of promotions from within, with a start-up atmosphere allowing for varied and rapid career development
• A seat in one of the fastest-growing companies in the country

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level