Automotive Private Party Buyer - Utah

Maverick Car Company•Ogden, UT

36d•Onsite

About The Position

Automotive - Private Party Buyer – Utah Private Party Buyer | Field-Based Territory: Salt Lake City, Utah Headquarters: Boise, Idaho (vehicles transported to HQ) Who We Are Maverick Car Company exists to prove something rare: you can run a successful automotive business without sacrificing people, integrity, or trust. We believe private-party sellers deserve a better experience one that is clear, respectful, and simple. We focus on building long-term relationships, disciplined processes, and teams that care deeply about how work gets done. We’ve already earned traction in Utah. Now we’re expanding thoughtfully, building a local acquisition team to represent Maverick in-market; not solo operators, not high-pressure grinders; just professionals doing deals the right way. The Role As a Vehicle Acquisition Specialist in Utah, you’ll be boots on the ground, working alongside another local buyer to cover the territory. You’ll meet sellers, evaluate vehicles, and guide private-party sales that feel calm, fair, and professional from start to finish. This role is about initiative, curiosity, and creative problem-solving. The best deals don’t always come from obvious sources; you’ll spot opportunities, reach out proactively, and build connections wherever potential arises. You will have meaningful autonomy, but success comes from collaboration, sound judgment, and consistent execution; not speed or pressure tactics. This is not a traditional volume buyer role. How the deal is handled matters just as much as the deal itself. What You’ll Be Responsible For Support and Execute Private-Party Buying in Utah Work collaboratively with another Utah-based buyer to cover the territory efficiently Engage with sellers through inbound and outbound channels (KSL, Marketplace, referrals, direct inquiries) Build trust quickly and guide sellers through a transparent, low-pressure process Conduct in-person inspections assessing cosmetic condition, mechanical health, and market fit Appraise vehicles accurately using market data and your expertise Negotiate fairly and confidently; protecting margin while maintaining trust Coordinate vehicle logistics and transport to Maverick’s Boise headquarters Represent Maverick in the Field Be a consistent, professional point of contact for sellers Communicate clearly, proactively, and follow through on commitments Create an experience sellers remember for the right reasons Partner closely with the Boise team to ensure smooth handoffs and clean execution Grow With the Utah Team Share insights and creative leads with your teammate; sometimes the best deals come from unexpected places Participate in ongoing coaching and development with Maverick leadership Help refine and strengthen the Utah acquisition process as the market expands Step into expanded responsibility or leadership as the territory grows Who You Are You may be a great fit if you: Care deeply about doing right by people even when it’s not the fastest path Are sales-minded and proactive able to spot opportunities anywhere and take initiative to act Understand vehicles mechanically and know how they perform in the market Bring 2+ years of experience in automotive buying, appraisal, sales, or a related role Communicate calmly, clearly, and confidently in person Are organized, accountable, and comfortable working independently and as part of a team Don’t let obstacles stop you; you find ways to connect, problem-solve, and keep deals moving Are comfortable traveling throughout Utah to meet sellers Take ownership, solve problems, and operate without ego This role is not a fit for someone who relies on pressure, inflated promises, or “winning” negotiations at the expense of trust. Why Maverick Independent, values-driven dealership with a modern, transparent approach Clear expectations and leadership support; no guessing games A collaborative, high-trust environment Established tools, systems, and market presence in Utah Opportunity to grow with the team and take on expanded responsibility Work you can stand behind; with sellers, teammates, and yourself Ready to Join? If this role feels like a chance to build something better in Utah — spotting opportunities, connecting with sellers, and growing a collaborative market presence — we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and let’s see if this is a fit.

Requirements

Care deeply about doing right by people even when it’s not the fastest path
Are sales-minded and proactive able to spot opportunities anywhere and take initiative to act
Understand vehicles mechanically and know how they perform in the market
Bring 2+ years of experience in automotive buying, appraisal, sales, or a related role
Communicate calmly, clearly, and confidently in person
Are organized, accountable, and comfortable working independently and as part of a team
Don’t let obstacles stop you; you find ways to connect, problem-solve, and keep deals moving
Are comfortable traveling throughout Utah to meet sellers
Take ownership, solve problems, and operate without ego

Responsibilities

Work collaboratively with another Utah-based buyer to cover the territory efficiently
Engage with sellers through inbound and outbound channels (KSL, Marketplace, referrals, direct inquiries)
Build trust quickly and guide sellers through a transparent, low-pressure process
Conduct in-person inspections assessing cosmetic condition, mechanical health, and market fit
Appraise vehicles accurately using market data and your expertise
Negotiate fairly and confidently; protecting margin while maintaining trust
Coordinate vehicle logistics and transport to Maverick’s Boise headquarters
Be a consistent, professional point of contact for sellers
Communicate clearly, proactively, and follow through on commitments
Create an experience sellers remember for the right reasons
Partner closely with the Boise team to ensure smooth handoffs and clean execution
Share insights and creative leads with your teammate; sometimes the best deals come from unexpected places
Participate in ongoing coaching and development with Maverick leadership
Help refine and strengthen the Utah acquisition process as the market expands
Step into expanded responsibility or leadership as the territory grows