Automotive Apprentice Buyer

Sonic Automotive • Chesterfield, MO

2d • $50,000 - $60,000 • Onsite

About The Position

EchoPark Automotive is seeking an Apprentice Automotive Buyer for its dealership in Chesterfield, Missouri. As part of the Consumer Acquisition Team, the buyer ensures the timely valuation and processing of used vehicles acquired from consumers. The role suits a self-sufficient, independent, analytical person who enjoys working with consumers and can communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Solid understanding of retail and wholesale automobile sales processes.
• Excellent analytical and vehicle valuation skills, with a strong process orientation.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Experience with web-based search applications and tablet technology.
• Clean motor vehicle and criminal background records.

Nice To Haves

• Management experience.
• Prior purchasing experience.

Responsibilities

• Obtain used-car inventory through the consumer purchasing process.
• Set and negotiate pricing.
• Understand reconditioning costs.
• Make financially sound purchasing decisions for the company.
• Convert inquiries at a high rate while maintaining profitability.
• Provide excellent internal and external customer service.

Benefits

• Competitive salary plus a tiered bonus structure.
• Five-day work week.
• Medical and pharmacy coverage.
• Dental coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• 401(k).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed